Because they are needed in relatively large quantities, vitamins and minerals are considered

macronutrients.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


FALSE

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All of the following are true regarding vitamins EXCEPT:

1.thirteen have been discovered so far. 2.they are considered nonessential nutrients. 3.some dissolve in water and some in fat. 4.they perform specific functions in the body.

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You are speaking to a group of consumers about ways to use food labels to choose healthy foods in the grocery store. During your presentation, what would you emphasize?

a. using the grams and numbers on the labels to calculate percentages b. comparing similar food products based on nutrient components c. understanding the descriptive terms used on food labels d. a and b e. b and c

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What is the term for a loss of voluntary movement?

A. akinesia B. aneurysm C. paraplegia D. epilepsy E. bradykinesia

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