What is the consequence of inadequate fiber intake?
What will be an ideal response?
Constipation (infrequent passage of dry, hardened stools) is caused by excessively slow movements of undigested food residue through the colon, often as a result of insufficient fiber or water intake. Hemorrhoids often co-exist with constipation.
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As of 2012 breastfeeding rates are continuing to rise
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The primary defect in type 2 diabetes is
a. insulin deficiency. b. insulin resistance. c. absence of receptor sites for insulin. d. beta-cell exhaustion.
The hard component layer found on the surface of bones is called _____ bone.
a. cortical b. enameled c. extrinsic d. trabecular