Intestinal absorption of water is ________.
A. regulated by the body at a constant rate of 80-90 percent in 15-20 minutes
B. enhanced when only a single form of carbohydrate is present
C. enhanced when accompanied by high intensity exercise
D. enhanced when glucose and sodium are also present
Answer: D
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The term iron-deficiency anemia refers specifically to _____.
a. low transferrin levels b. severe depletion of iron stores that results in a low hemoglobin concentration c. elevated levels of iron in the urine d. insufficient hepcidin e. severe depletion of myoglobin from muscle cells
For most nutrients, exceeding the Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) through food consumption is difficult.
a. true b. false
Estimate a healthy weight for a man who is 6 feet tall using the Hamwi method
a. 164 pounds b. 178 pounds c. 185 pounds d. 192 pounds e. 200 pounds