Pediatric obesity is
A. caused by children eating too much and getting too little physical activity.
B. due to genetics.
C. due to low parental education and income.
D. multifactorial.
Answer: D
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a. nutrients can affect how the genes in cells work. b. cells create certain essential nutrients if we do not eat enough of them. c. enzymes are created to slow down the chemical reactions of a nutrient. d. all cells replenish themselves every few days with nutrients that are consumed.
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A. Lactose B. Sucralose C. Xylitol D. Mannose
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b. required to prevent deficiency diseases. c. an energy-yielding nutrient. d. an organic compound. e. needed in minute amounts.