The long-chain fatty acids arachidonic acid and docosahexaenoic acid are present in breast milk and are added to some commercial formulas because they are important in the development of:
a. the immune system.
b. gastrointestinal flora.
c. visual acuity.
d. motor skills.
C
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A. liver's inability to store zinc and manganese B. accumulation of toxic amounts of copper in the liver, brain, kidneys, and eyes C. excessive release of calcium from bone tissue D. abnormal accumulation of glucose in muscle cells
The average daily loss of water via the kidneys, lungs, feces, and skin is approximately ____ liters.?
A) ?0 to 0.5 B) ?0.5 to 1.5 C) ?2.0 D) ?4.0
Negative energy balance results from an energy deficit and the result is weight loss.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Under what conditions does the body use significant amounts of protein for energy during exercise?
a. Inadequate kilocalorie and fluid intake b. Inadequate carbohydrate and protein stores c. Inadequate protein stores and fluid intake d. Inadequate kilocalorie intake and carbohydrate stores