Compared to others, older adults, children, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems, are at ________ risk of contracting foodborne illness and for suffering complications
A) lower
B) similar
C) higher
D) no
Answer: C) higher
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A. little variety in foods B. avoiding social eating occasions C. purchasing and preparing foods ritualistically D. eating more rapidly than usual E. eating small amounts when not hungry
Layla loves to cook, but she is concerned about the effects that certain dietary lipids may have on her health. She wants to prepare foods with fats that are naturally low in saturated fatty acids and high in polyunsaturated fatty acids. Based on this information, which of the following ingredients should she select?
A. Lard B. Corn oil C. Butter D. Coconut oil
Which food has been shown to raise blood levels of a variety of medications?
a. bananas b. grapefruit juice c. tomato juice d. oranges e. apples
Kati is a 27-year-old Caucasian who works as a bank teller. She is 5'3" tall and weighs 102 pounds. She began experiencing recurrent gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea, steatorrhea, and flatulence several months ago. She made an appointment with her physician after noticing that she was losing weight. Laboratory tests confirmed a diagnosis of celiac disease.If Kati does not eliminate
gluten from her diet, she could likely experience all of these conditions except _____. a. anemia b. infertility c. bone disorders d. hypertension e. muscle wasting