A "wear-and-tear" disease of the joints that is common in older adults, especially those who are overweight, is

A. osteoporosis.
B. osteoarthritis.
C. rheumatoid arthritis.
D. Parkinson's disease.


Answer: B

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Insufficient vitamin D during adulthood is associated with

A) kidney stones. B) hypocalcemia. C) rickets. D) osteomalacia.

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What the most important factor governing the addition of new foods to a baby's diet?

a. the baby's napping time b. how often the baby cries c. the baby's physical readiness to handle different colors and tastes d. the need to detect and control allergic reactions e. the mother's desire to cease breastfeeding

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List three examples of guidelines for charting that are stated in the text. 

What will be an ideal response?

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Which term refers to chemical substances in plants, some of which affect body processes in humans that may benefit health?

a. vitamins b. coenzymes c. phytochemicals d. amino acids e. minerals

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