Dietary supplements are tightly regulated by the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA).

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


False

The DSHEA legislation does regulate dietary supplements, but due to this legislation the FDA does not closely monitor dietary supplements unless there is evidence that a supplement is dangerous or is marketed with an illegal claim.

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Which of the following statements is true?

a. Over three-fourths of North American cattle are treated with hormones. b. Organic beef has been treated with hormones to stimulate growth and improve yield. c. When meat is labeled "natural," this means that hormones were not used. d. Meat with added ingredients can be called "natural.".

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Which of the following vitamins is a component of four carboxylase enzymes involved in carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism?

A. biotin B. thiamin C. niacin D. riboflavin

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The presence of ________ chemically distinguishes protein from carbohydrate and fat.

A. choline B. hydrogen C. carbon D. nitrogen

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?You are counseling a pregnant woman who is experiencing “morning sickness.” To alleviate this condition you tell her to:

a. sip juice or coffee when nauseated
b. nibble on soda crackers or dry toast.
c. try drinking beverages between meals only.
d. drink an herbal tea.
e. see her doctor for an anti-nausea medication.

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