___________________________ are substances in foods that protect cell membranes from destruction resulting from chemicals, radiation, ozone, cigarette smoke, and smog; they may play a role in the prevention of cancer and cardiovascular disease

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Antioxidants

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b. she may need help in replacing extreme fluid losses. c. in the cells, sodium concentration increases, leading to danger of swelling. d. her kidneys will pump extra fluids into the bloodstream. e. the illness may have been caused by contaminated drinking water.

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List six nutritional risks in pregnancy

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Laboratory findings associated with fatty liver include all of the following except:

a. elevated HDL. b. elevated ALT and AST. c. elevated glucose. d. elevated triglycerides.

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Zakuski, meaning "small bites," is still part of Russian dinners today

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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