Why can't berries be considered super foods and thus need to be eaten in combination with other foods?


While berries have fiber, many vitamins, they do not contain a large amount of protein or essential fatty acids. Complete proteins are needed such that all 9 essential amino acids are supplied to the body. Essential fatty acids must also be supplied to the diet.

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a. aids in increased employment and income in the community b. consistently decreases use of energy c. improves diet quality d. improves food security

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Which of the following is one of the most common reasons for people to be underweight?

A. lack of exercise B. excessive calorie restriction C. replacing meals with protein bars D. avoidance of trans fats

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Ana wants to lose weight so she should try to eat more ________ foods

A) energy-dense foods B) nutrient-dense foods C) medium-dense foods D) small portions of calorie-dense foods

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In complementary and alternative medicine, a manipulative practice is ________.

A. massage B. chiropractic manipulation C. Reiki therapy D. All of these examples are correct. E. None of these examples are correct.

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