If epidemiologic studies cannot be used to test for causal relationships, should I believe any claims that are based on them?
Yes. Sometimes other types of studies cannot be conducted, and epidemiologic studies must be relied on to try to explain an observation. For example, most of what we know about the risks of smoking on chronic disease in humans was discovered using epidemiologic studies.
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A. be low in kcal during the weight loss phase B. contain bland foods to curb the intake of kcal C. supply all essential nutrients D. be a lifelong diet
Indicate the influence of each factor on resting metabolic rate. Genetics
a. Influence not under voluntary control b. Substantial influence, under some voluntary control c. Subtle or temporary influence, under some voluntary control
In the early 1900s, large city _____ began allowing retailers of individual products to sell merchandise from inside booths
a. food cooperatives b. health food stores c. grocery stores d. warehouses
The patient was weaned from the ventilator on 4/2 and discharged to home on 4/5 . As Mr. Hayato is prepared for discharge, what nutritional goals might you set with him and his wife to improve his overall nutritional status?
What will be an ideal response?