The most immediate consequence of overweight as perceived by the children themselves is social discrimination
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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The production of ________ , a protein that binds calcium in the intestinal cells, slows as a result of a vitamin D deficiency.
a. calciferol b. 7 - dehydrocholesterol c. ergocalciferol d. cholecalciferol e. calbindin
Which of the following is true of normal blood pressure?
A. having a systolic and diastolic blood pressure <99th percentile for age and gender B. having a systolic and diastolic blood pressure <90th percentile for age and gender C. having a systolic and diastolic blood pressure >90th percentile but <95th percentile for age and gender D. having a systolic and diastolic blood pressure >95th percentile but <99th percentile for age and gender E. having a systolic and diastolic blood pressure >99th percentile for age and gender
Which of the following is true about Olestra?
A. It does provide kilocalories but not as many as fat provides. B. It cannot be digested; therefore, it is excreted in feces. C. It cannot be used for frying. D. It is not approved for use by the FDA.
A patient has iron deficiency anemia due to dietary deficiencies. Red blood cells can be characterized as:
a. hypochromic and microcytic b. normochromic and normocytic c. normochromic and macrocytic d. macrocytic and megaloblastic