Describe what happens to the small intestine in cases of severe undernutrition
In cases of severe undernutrition with too little energy and nutrients, the absorptive surface of the small intestine shrinks. The surface may be reduced to a tenth of its normal area, preventing it from absorbing what few nutrients a limited food supply may provide. Malnutrition that impairs digestion is self-perpetuating because impaired digestion makes malnutrition worse.
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a. fortified b. natural c. staple d. processed e. functional
Physical fitness can improve sleep and immune function
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The trace mineral closely associated with basal metabolic rate is:
a. zinc b. iodine c. copper d. selenium
Rosalie is a healthy 30-year-old woman, and her Estimated Energy Requirement is 2500 kcal/day. In this case, Rosalie's Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for fat would most likely be _____
A) 100 to 325 kcal/day B) 500 to 875 kcal/day C) 200 to 475 kcal/day D) 900 to 1025 kcal/day