What does the term "discretionary calories" mean?
a. Calories needed to maintain energy balance after meeting macronutrient needs
b. Calories obtained from fat and alcohol after meeting micronutrient needs
c. Energy (kcal) obtained from snacks but not meals
d. Energy (kcal) obtained from alcohol and sugar
a
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Tamara and Martin are expecting their first child, a girl, in a few months. Tamara has a family history of type 2 diabetes and her mother had gestational diabetes when she was pregnant with her. Tamara has been overweight for most of her adult life, but began exercising and improved her diet before becoming pregnant. Tamara was recently tested for gestational diabetes and the test result showed
that she has elevated blood glucose levels. Martin has had type 1 diabetes since age 4 . He monitors his blood glucose levels several times a day and takes insulin to manage his blood glucose. Martin has always been a healthy weight, but he does not exercise regularly. His dietary habits also need to be improved to help manage his blood glucose levels. Tamara and Martin are concerned for their family's health and want to do all they can to reduce the risk of diabetes and associated health problems. Tamara's family is at an increased risk of _____ due to their incidence of type 2 diabetes. a. heart disease b. cancer c. osteoporosis d. Alzheimer's disease e. arthritis
_____ are molecules that gather up or release hydrogen ions as needed to maintain the correct pH
1.Acids 2.Bases 3.Buffers 4.Electrolytes 5.Ions
Approximately 80% of all cancers are related to ________ and environmental factors
A) genetics B) age C) race D) lifestyle
Which of the following statements regarding botanicals is true?
A. Botanicals must meet strict safety standards. B. Botanicals are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. C. Botanicals are natural and safe. D. Botanicals can interact with prescribed and over-the-counter drugs.