____________ is the influence of substances during fetal growth on the development of diseases in later life.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Fetal programming

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The active hormonal form of vitamin D is synthesized by the combined action of the:

a. skin, liver, and kidney. b. gallbladder, liver, and pancreas. c. thyroid gland, small intestine, and lymph system. d. colonic bacteria, kidney, and adrenal gland.

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All of the following are true about ground meats except

A. With proper hand?washing, it is safe to eat raw hamburger. B. Ground meats must be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 160¬F. C. Bacteria that are normally present on the surface of meats are distributed throughout the meat product. D. Undercooked ground beef is a potential source of E. coli.

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Latest NHANES data show that rates of obesity are _________________

a. continuing to increase for both women and men. b. decreasing for women and still showing small increases for men. c. declining for both women and men. d. declining for men but not women.

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The latest version of the Dietary Guidelines places stronger emphasis on reducing total calorie intake and increasing physical activity.

a. true b. false

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