A simple and commonly used estimate of resting energy expenditure is 1 kcal per kilogram body weight per hour for both men and women
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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Primary malnutrition develops
A. when someone does not consume an adequate amount of a certain nutrient or nutrients. B. when an illness results in poor absorption of a certain nutrient or nutrients. C. when someone experiences multiple deficiencies, but there is one nutrient that is most important. D. None of the above
The RDA for riboflavin is based primarily on _____.
a. calorie intake b. thiamin intake c. physical activity level d. riboflavin’s enzyme activity e. vitamin A needs
Provision of optimal nutrition during critical illness reduces but does not completely prevent loss of:
a. body fat. b. fluid stores. c. iron stores. d. lean body mass.
Nutritional epidemiology ____
a. is a fairly new area of study
b. focuses on the role of Western diet and chronic disease
c. always utilizes controlled, clinical trial protocols
d. currently focuses on deficiency diseases