In recent decades, Americans have ________ the percent of their income that is spent on food.

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


Answer: decreased

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One reason the stomach's hydrochloric acid is important is that it:

a. digests proteins. b. kills bacteria. c. converts pepsin to pepsinogen. d. facilitates the action of amylase.

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When combined, which of the following groups of foods forms a complementary protein dish?

A. Sesame, sunflower, and pumpkin seeds B. Iceberg lettuce, carrots, and tomatoes C. Peaches, bananas, and apricots D. Peanut butter, whole-wheat bread, sesame seeds

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Which of the following is true when planning calorie consumption for a strength/power athlete on competition day?

a) It is necessary to consume calories during the event, when only one event is taking place. b) It is not practical to consume calories during the event when only one event is taking place. c) When multiple events take place on the same day, the athlete should plan on consuming easy-to-digest snacks, beverages, and possibly small meals in between events to keep energy levels elevated. d) It is not practical to consume calories during the event when only one event is taking place. In addition, when multiple events take place on the same day, the athlete should plan on consuming easy-to-digest snacks, beverages, and possibly small meals in between events to keep energy levels elevated.

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A customer at your restaurant asks why all of the egg dishes say they can be made with egg substitutes. He wants to know what an egg substitute is and how it changes the nutrition content of an otherwise intact egg. Answer his question and explain the advantages and/or disadvantages for using the substitutes or value-added eggs.

What will be an ideal response?

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