John's blood test results indicate that his LDL-cholesterol level is too high. Which of the following actions would a registered dietitian nutritionist recommend?
A. Increase intake of legumes and nuts
B. Reduce intake of fresh fruits and vegetables
C. Take a broad spectrum antibiotic
D. Increase egg yolk consumption
Answer: A
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a. "B" list claims b. structure-function claims c. scientific evidence d. unsupported claims e. health claims
HR Manager with Stroke: Steve Daniels is a 53-year-old male who works as a human resource manager. He is obese (BMI of 34), has a history of hypertension, and has smoked a pack of cigarettes a day for the past 32 years. He recently had an episode in
which he experienced weakness on one side, double vision, and slurred speech for approximately 20 minutes. His wife called 911 and he was taken to the emergency room. Examination by emergency room personnel determined his blood pressure to be 172/105 . A serum lipid profile was performed and the results were as follows: Triglycerides 250 mg/dL; Total cholesterol 265 mg/dL; LDL 217 mg/dL; HDL 29 mg/dL. The physician diagnosed Mr. Daniels as having had a stroke.Mr. Daniels' stroke was short-lived. What is the term used for this type of stroke?
Calcium ions couple excitation of skeletal muscle fiber to contraction of the fiber. Where are calcium ions stored within the fiber?
A. Calcium ions are stored in the sarcoplasmic reticulum. B. Calcium ions are stored in the transverse tubules. C. Calcium ions are stored in the mitochondria. D. Calcium ions are stored in the nuclei.
Excess glucose in the blood is converted into glycogen and stored primarily in the _____
a. brain and liver b. liver and muscles c. blood cells and brain d. pancreas and brain e. brain and muscles