Fingerlike projections called _____ line the inside of the intestinal wall and increase its surface area
a. branches
b. villi
c. dendrites
d. papillae
e. fringe
b
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Which of the following is a feature of vitamin E supplementation and physical activity?
a. Some studies indicate that vitamin E supplementation for 3 weeks protects against the development of sports anemia in women. b. Some studies show that vitamin E in high doses seems to protect against exercise-induced oxidative stress whereas others show the opposite. c. Some studies show that vitamin E supplements improve aerobic performance by 25-30% in endurance athletes competing outdoors in air-polluted environments. d. Some studies show that high-dose vitamin E intake protects against premature oxidation of conjugated linoleic acid supplements, which serve as a unique fuel for strength athletes. e. Some studies show that vitamin E is effective in reducing the occurrence of stress fractures in female but not male athletes.
Leucine can be very beneficial to women that are pregnant.
a. true b. false
Studies lend weight to the theory that colon cancer is associated with a diet
a. high in zinc from grains. b. high in animal protein. c. high in vegetable fiber. d. low in alcohol consumption.
The body slows metabolism and hoards calories during periods of hunger
Indicate whether statement is true or false.