Short-chain fatty acids are used by the intestinal cells called _______________ as fuel and play a role in maintaining gastrointestinal integrity.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
colonocytes, colonic cells
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Duncan's diet contains high amounts of protein and fat, but it is very low in carbohydrate. As a result of following this diet, Duncan's body forms more ________ than normal.
A. glycogen stores B. muscle fibers C. vitamin C D. ketone bodies
Which of the following is not a likely reason a person would become vegetarian?
A) Having a concern about harming animals. B) Having a desire to eat "high on the food chain." C) Having a concern about the environment and world's food supply. D) Religious beliefs. E) Not having access to animal products.
Vitamins have:
1.9 calories per gram. 2.7 calories per gram. 3.4 calories per gram. 4.Vitamins do not provide calories.
Anecdotal reports suggest what nutritional supplement is effective in treating HIV-related infections and increasing CD4 cell counts?
a. Hyssop b. milk thistle c. propolis d. tea tree oil e. St. John's wort