Why might a vegetarian diet also be a lower-calorie diet than one that includes meat and dairy products?

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A vegetarian diet contains mostly fiber-rich whole grains and low-calorie, nutrient-dense vegetables and fruits. These foods "fill you up before they fill you out," which means you are likely to eat fewer calories overall.

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Explain the role of electrolytes and ions in body fluid, and describe their characteristics.

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What happens to the quality of dry starches with improper storage? How should starches and sauces be properly stored? What foodborne illness issues should we be concerned with?

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Which organ synthesizes the hormone glucagon?

a. Liver b. Pancreas c. Gallbladder d. Large intestine

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What type of anemia results from iron deficiency?

a. Hemolytic b. Megaloblastic c. Microcytic hypochromic d. Macrocytic hyperchromic

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