Metabolic syndrome is related to a cluster of metabolic abnormalities that include _____

a. low fasting blood glucose levels
b. abdominal obesity
c. low LDL levels
d. high HDL levels
e. low blood pressure


b

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Determine Matias's energy and protein requirements. Be sure to explain what standards you used to make this estimation. Would you recommend that he either gain or lose weight in the future?

What will be an ideal response?

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MC4-33. _______ in the large intestine is responsible for breaking down carbohydrates into short-chain fatty acids and fiber.

Salivary amylase Maltase Lactase Bacteria

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An example of a child who is at high risk for iron deficiency anemia is the child

a. who has allergies to milk and nuts b. who lives in an African American low-income family c. whose parents work full time d. who eats most food away from home

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Which of the following compounds provides a major storage reservoir for iron?

a. Ferritin b. Myoglobin c. Transferrin d. Hemoglobin

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