Kwashiorkor is a severe deficiency of protein; marasmus is a severe deficiency of calories.
a. true
b. false
Answer: a. true
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What two major nutrients are supplied by the fruit and vegetable groups?
a. Vitamins D and E b. Vitamins A and C c. Protein and calcium d. B vitamins and iron
Hemorrhoids are ____
a. a life-threatening complication of constipation b. relatively rare in the U.S. adult population c. patches of itchy, irritated skin around the anus d. swollen and inflamed veins around the anus e. seldom experienced during pregnancy
Absorption of vitamins A, D, E, and K is closely associated with the absorption and transport of ingested proteins
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Dental caries are caused by:
a. bacteria that produce acids that attack tooth enamel. b. excessive fluoride intake that attacks tooth enamel. c. high-fiber foods that cause carbohydrate to stick to teeth. d. excessive consumption of sugar that eats into teeth.