What impact will the rising number of older adults?

What will be an ideal response?


The number of people who are more than 85 years old is projected to grow from 6 million in 2014 to 20 million by 2060. Aging can inflict heavy health and financial burdens on people and diminish their quality of life. Poor nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle, both of which contribute to obesity, which greatly increases the risk for chronic disease, especially in adults over age 65.

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You order a whiskey on the rocks at the bar of your favorite restaurant. The new bartender there asks you what type of whiskey you would prefer. Your friend asks you about the differences among all of the following selections. Show off your food science knowledge and compare and contrast the following options: bourbon, Canadian, Irish, rye, and Scotch. Begin by first explaining what whiskey is and how it is made.

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Connective tissue in the animal and ultimately in the meat is part of

a. adipose tissue, which acts as the "glue" for muscle fibers. b. collagen, adenosine triphosphate, and lignin. c. elastin, which is related to reticulin and holds muscles to tendons. d. tendons and ligaments and the "glue" that holds muscle cells together.

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What are added sugars?

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In the acid-base imbalance acidosis, what happens to respiratory activity?

a. increases b. stays the same c. decreases d. it is irrelevant

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