A polypeptide that is necessary to speed up a chemical reaction in the body is known as an enzyme
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Which of the following is not recommended for Juan and Rosa in order to offset bone loss that typically occurs with aging? a. Take calcium citrate supplements. b. Substitute fat-free milk for soft drinks and choose non-fat yogurt as a snack. c. Purchase calcium-fortified orange juice. d. Drink red wine daily. e. Take a daily walk and a weekly weight-training class.
Dennis Wilson is a 57-year-old chemical engineer who has had type 1 diabetes since he was 12 years old. He spent 34 years working in oil refineries, and he is a smoker. He is 5'11" tall and weighs 160 pounds. Over the past several years, he has experienced a gradual decline in kidney function. His GFR has declined to 27 mL/min per 1.73 m2
The primary goal(s) of medical nutrition therapy for Mr. Wilson at this time should be: a. lowering his blood cholesterol level. b. preventing PEM and weight loss. c. treating him for iron-deficiency anemia. d. preventing osteoporosis.
The _____ releases _____, stimulating the pituitary gland to release FSH and LH
a. ovary; estrogen b. ovary; progesterone c. uterus; progesterone d. hypothalamus; estrogen e. hypothalamus; gonadotropin-releasing hormone
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Adipocyte hyperplasia causes a buildup of excess fat tissue. 2. Hypertrophy represents growth in size. 3. The easiest way to avoid having to lose weight is to not gain excess weight in the first place.