All of the following are true regarding food preferences EXCEPT:

1.they are largely learned.
2.there are over 80 genes that help people taste bitter foods.
3.people with a high sensitivity to bitter tastes tend to like cabbage and Brussels sprouts.
4.a genetic tendency to avoid bitter vegetables may be linked to disease development.


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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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For obese children, experts generally recommend

A. bariatric surgery. B. early diabetes and cholesterol screening.   C. severe caloric restriction. D. limiting physical activity to avoid stressing the joints.

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What is the recommended increase in daily energy intake, in kcalories, for the third trimester of pregnancy?

A) ?200 B) ?300 C) ?450 D) ?540

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Children with special health care needs are found to use complementary and alternative medicine at a higher rate than healthy children

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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