There is evidence to suggest that people deficient in sodium experience an increased preference for foods high in potassium
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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Which surgical procedure is used to detect and remove bile duct stones?
A. magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography B. percutaneous transhepatic cholangiography C. hepatobiliary scintigraphy D. magnetic resonance imaging E. endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
Food and nutrition mean the same thing
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Vitamins provide kilocalories, and are therefore considered to be a source of energy. 2. Water is polar, interacts with other nutrients, serves as an acid—base buffer, transports oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, regulates body temperature, is a lubricant, adds structure to cells, participates in hydrolysis and condensation, and provides a protective cushion for the brain and other organs. 3. Plastic water bottles should be washed repeatedly to preserve the environment.
In cases of severe undernutrition, the small intestine will react by: a. shrinking to a much smaller surface
b. expanding to a much larger surface. c. increasing intestinal muscle activity. d. increasing the amount of nutrients absorbed. e. increasing the speed of digestion.