How is fluid balance maintained in the body?


Fluid balance is highly regulated and dependent on several essential minerals—sodium and chloride ions in extracellular fluid, and potassium and phosphate ions in intracellular fluid. To maintain the right balance of ions, cells make frequent adjustments by moving electrolytes into or out of cells. Plasma proteins (albumin) help maintain healthy fluid distribution between intravascular and interstitial compartments.

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How does the method of cooking affect thiamin stability?

A) ?Microwaving the food conserves much of the thiamin. B) ?Prolonged heating of the food has little, if any, effect on thiamin. C) ?Boiling the food tends to conserve thiamin by forming a stable, hydrated complex. D) ?Steaming the food can lead to substantial thiamin loss due to the high heat needed to form the steam.

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Discuss the epidemiology of amino acidopathies.

What will be an ideal response?

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A mother sauce is:

a. also known as the grand, leading, or major sauce. b. a secondary sauce created when a flavor is added to a thickened or unthickened sauce. c. a thick or thin sauce made from meat, fish, poultry, or vegetables. d. a vegetable broth or bouillon that has added flavoring compounds in it.

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Anorexia nervosa is characterized by a refusal to maintain a minimum body weight and an intense fear of gaining weight

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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