______ acts as an antioxidant and aids in thyroid function.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Ans: Selenium
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1.high body fat. 2.regular physical activity. 3.genetic traits. 4.high alcohol intake.
According to "The Longevity Game" by Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, which trait or behavior is most likely to add to the average life expectancy?
a. retiring at age 62 b. exercising once per week c. wearing seatbelts at all times, excluding short trips d. being female e. drinking three glasses of wine per day
There is a Food and Drug Administration-approved food package label health claim for blood pressure. For this claim to be used, the food must be a good source of potassium and also:
A) low in folate. B) high in calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium. C) moderate in carbohydrate and high in fiber. D) low in fat, saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, and sodium. E) high in sodium.
A 14-year-old female weighed 150 lb at the end of SMR Stage 3 and had an estimated 25% body fat stores. Which of the following statements best describes her reproductive capabilities?
a. She has adequate body fat stores, but is unable to start menses due to her SMR rating. b. She has adequate body fat stores and has started and can support menses. c. She has limited body fat stores and is unable to support menses due to body composition stores. d. She has breast buds and pubic hair, based on her SMR rating. e. She is showing rapid weight gain.