In the small intestine, ____________________ breaks lactose into one glucose and one galactose molecule

Fill in the blank with correct word


lactase

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Vitamin D plays an important role in regulating blood concentrations of _____

a. calcium b. sodium c. cholesterol d. free radicals

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A person whose energy intake is greater than his or her energy expenditure is in __________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Food allergy is most likely to be triggered by the:

A) excessive loss of water and electrolytes from the body. B) vigorous contractions in the lining of the stomach. C) escape of partially digested food particles through the gaps in tight junctions. D) abrupt increase in the microbial population in the gastrointestinal tract.

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If a person with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes has elevated triglycerides, which of the following health problems are promoted?

A) Plaque formation in the arteries B) Fatty liver disease C) Chronic inflammation D) All of the above

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