What method for assessing body composition directs a low-energy current through the body?
a. underwater weighing
b. water-soluble isotope ingestion
c. DEXA
d. bioelectric impedence
Ans: d. bioelectric impedence
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A) phenylketonuria (PKU) B) hyperchloremic acidosis C) kwashiorkor D) cystic fibrosis
Dumping syndrome occurs when ____
A) nutrients are absorbed too quickly from the duodenum B) fluids are transitioned too rapidly through the large intestine C) food and fluids are quickly emptied from the stomach D) food enters the stomach through the lower esophageal sphincter too quickly
People with BMIs of 30 or more have greater risks of ________ than people with BMIs in the healthy range.
A. anemia B. fluorosis C. hypertension D. osteomalacia
To achieve a dietary balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, what is the recommended intake (g) of omega-3 fats for a person who consumes 30 g of omega-6 fats?
a. 5 b. 10 c. 20 d. There is no specific recommendation based on omega-6 intake