To be absorbed, vitamin B12 needs extrinsic factor from the stomach, which is missing after gastric bypass surgery

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


TRUE

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In your own words describe energy balance in terms of caloric intake compared to caloric expenditure

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How is vitamin E thought to play a role in reducing the risk of heart disease?

a. It inhibits absorption of dietary cholesterol. b. It slows oxidation of low-density lipoproteins. c. It interferes with cholesterol synthesis by the liver. d. It speeds removal of blood cholesterol by the liver. e. It enhances the inflammatory response.

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Matching

A. Choline B. Fiber C. Vitamin E D. Vitamin A E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L.

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Which of the following is a chemical found in red wine and grapes that may have health benefits?

A. resveratrol B. cholesterol C. beta ethanol D. beta carotene

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