Michael is a 60-year-old man who believes that he would live past the age of 95. His believe was based on the fact that both his grandparents were over the age of 95 before they died. Michael's father is 82 years old and still alive and well. Michael's believe about his life expectancy is based on
A. error theories of aging.
B. glycosylation of aging.
C. programmed theories of aging.
D. biologic aging.
Answer: C
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A. whole grain bread B. oranges C. milk D. spinach
Which of the following methods is MOST likely to provide accurate information about what a person typically eats?
a) A computerized food frequency questionnaire b) A 3-day food record that includes a weekend day kept by the individual c) Analyzing all grocery store and restaurant receipts kept over a 60 day time period d) A diet history that includes a 24 hour recall and a food frequency questionnaire
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a. pH test b. iodine value test c. peroxide value test d. chromatography e. fuchsin test
Water-soluble vitamins are excreted more readily than fat-soluble vitamins.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)