Flexibility is the ability to move joints freely through their full range of motion
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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In a(n) ____ trial, subjects are assigned to intervention alternatives by a method that is not random
a. observational b. cross-sectional c. trend d. nonrandomized controlled
Fatty liver disease is associated primarily with _____
a. high triglyceride levels b. hypertension c. low levels of HDL cholesterol d. underweight e. excess alcohol consumption
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 has recently been 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 level several times a day and takes insulin to manage his blood sugar. Martin has always been a healthy weight, but does not exercise regularly. His dietary habits also need to be improved to help improve nutrient content and manage 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. Which of the following lifestyle changes can Martin make to reduce his risk of health problems associated with type 1 diabetes? A) He should start an exercise program to improve insulin sensitivity and physical fitness B) He should work to consume mostly low-glycemic carbohydrates and other nutritious foods C) He should avoid adding exercise to his lifestyle to help regulate his blood sugar D) He should start an exercise program and work to consume mostly low-glycemic carbohydrates and other nutritious foods
A team of scientists extracts a chemical that they call "Zombia" from the leaves of a common houseplant. One of the scientists would like to market Zombia as a dietary supplement because it makes people sleepy, when it is injected into them. Based on this information, Zombia ________.
A. can be marketed as a dietary supplement, but only if it is promoted as a conventional food item B. can be marketed as a dietary supplement because it is from a plant C. cannot be marketed as a dietary supplement because its source is widespread in nature D. cannot be marketed as a dietary supplement