Studies show that the most important characteristic of any weight-loss diet for obese, sedentary individuals is the restriction of energy intake, not the carbohydrate, protein, or fat distribution of the diet
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Goiter is caused primarily by a deficiency of
a. iron. b. zinc. c. iodine. d. selenium. e. manganese.
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. People in developing countries are likely to be poor because there are too few natural resources in the country. 2. Overnutrition and undernutrition may coexist, as when an individual consumes a diet high in refined carbohydrates and low in micronutrients. 3. Overnourished Americans may also be undernourished because they underconsume calcium and iron.
If fluid is lost by vomiting or diarrhea, what mineral is lost in greatest quantity?
a. Sodium b. Chloride c. Calcium d. Potassium e. Phosphate
Fat-soluble vitamins are absorbed
a. into the capillaries and transported in blood. b. into the lymphatic system and transported in lymph c. directly across the stomach wall into the bloodstream. d..directly by the portal vein and transported to the liver