"Aging gut" refers to
A) reduction in the biodiversity of gut microbiota and increase in pathogenic bacteria.
B) impairment of the accessory organs of digestion.
C) an increased risk for constipation as we age.
D) an age-related increase in gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
A
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An increase in the number of cells is called:
a. hyperplasia. b. hypoplasia. c. hypertrophy. d. hypotrophy.
Iatrogenic malnutrition is:
a. vitamin and mineral malabsorption b. protein malabsorption c. protein, calorie malnutrition d. kwashiorkor
Before buying soups, bread and frozen meals, comparing sodium amounts and selecting foods with the lowest numbers is helpful to your diet.
a. true b. false
Most of our body water is excreted via the __________ as urine.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).