A healthy diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidant nutrients seems to slow the progression or reduce the risk of developing ________ .
a. osteoarthritis
b. glaucoma
c. Alzheimer's disease
d. senile cataracts
e. gout
Answer: d. senile cataracts
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A. Pulegone B. Methyl salicylate C. Thujone D. Ascaridole
What is another name for a chain of more than 12 amino acids that are bonded together?
a. Polypeptide b. Tripeptide c. Polysaccharide d. Glycogen
What is a key recommendation associated with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020?
A) Decrease sodium intake to < 3000 mg per day. B) Focus on nutrient variety and adequacy. C) ?Meet the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. D) ?Limit protein intakes to fewer than two servings per day.
The RDA values for essential nutrients are intended to meet the needs of 97-98% of the healthy population. The EER values, in contrast, are much less generous. Why is there such a difference in the proportion of the population whose needs are met by the RDA versus the EER?