Severe malnutrition characterized by poor growth, dramatic weight loss, loss of body fat and muscle, and apathy is called ____________________
Fill in the blank with correct word
ANS: marasmus
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___ is the average daily nutrient intake level that is sufficient to meet the nutrient requirement of nearly all healthy individuals who are in a particular life stage and gender group.
a. Recommended Dietary Allowance b. Estimated Average Requirement c. Tolerable Upper Intake Level d. Adequate Intake
The hepatic portal system delivers nutrients from the digestive tract to the ________.
A. liver B. kidneys C. heart D. lungs
In dry-heat preparation, heat is transferred by
a. air. b. radiation. c. fat. d. metal. e. answers a and c are correct f. all of the above answers are correct Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Employees of a congregate feeding program serving an Orthodox Jewish community are not allowed to bring food items into the facility. This is related to Jewish dietary laws that state:
a. kosher foods should not be allowed to mix with non-kosher foods b. consumption of fruits and vegetables are restricted to the noon meal c. only unleavened bread or matzo products are allowed in a kosher kitchen d. no pork or shellfish are allowed in a kosher kitchen