What is the MOST critical limitation of direct and indirect calorimetry methods?
A) The necessary supplies are difficult to acquire.
B) They must be performed in a laboratory or special chamber.
C) They are less accurate than other methods.
D) They give data only under physically active conditions.
B
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A. MCTs contain fatty acids that are 4 or fewer carbons in length B. MCTs provide fewer kcal per gram than long-chain fatty acids C. MCTs are transported directly to muscles following absorption D. MCTs are absorbed directly into the blood without being converted into chylomicrons
The main function of vitamin K is: a. to quench free radicals
b. to help synthesize key bone proteins. c. to influence body functions through its regulation of the genes. d. to help activate proteins that help clot the blood. e. to act as an antioxidant in cell membranes.
The majority of people who have type 2 diabetes are:
a. underweight. b. at a healthy weight. c. obese.
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
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