Of the ten leading causes of death in the U.S., heart disease, stroke and ___________ are strongly associated with poor nutrition.
a) pneumonia
b) osteoporosis
c) diabetes
d) kidney disease
Ans: c) diabetes
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Which of the following is appropriate for a 50-gram fat-controlled diet?
a. Up to 6 oz. of lean meats and poultry (skinless) b. Up to 7 oz. of lean meats and poultry (skinless) c. Up to 6 teaspoons of fat daily d. Up to 7 teaspoons of fat daily
Prolactin is a hormone that _____
a. stimulates the breast tissue to release oxytocin b. causes milk to be secreted from the mammary gland ducts c. decreases estrogen production d. stimulates milk production e. stimulates development of breast tissue
Deaths from stroke account for _____ of the cardiovascular disease deaths in the United States
a. 6% b. 16% c. 26% d. 36%
Which child is at significant risk for choking?
a. Susie, who is sitting down and eating tender beef strips b. Tammy, who is eating carrot sticks under the watchful eye of her babysitter c. Billy, who likes to run around the table before he begins to eat d. Kim, who is standing still and eating chocolate pudding e. Charles, who is snacking on grapes while watching television