Which of the following dietary factors may be protective against developing type 1 diabetes?
A) Only consuming low-glycemic foods
B) Avoiding high-fat foods
C) Having adequate vitamin D status and omega-3 fatty acid intake
D) There are no dietary factors that confer a level of protection against type 1 diabetes
C
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a. phosphates b. water c. ATP d. citric acid
A growing trend in food advertising is to
A) target older adults. B) make the product very cheap. C) market heavily to young adults. D) package the product in bright colors.
Active and passive transport mechanisms differ because
A. active transport requires energy whereas passive transport does not. B. active transport does not require energy whereas passive transport does. C. active transport is used for nutrients while passive transport is used for all other substances. D. passive transport is normally used for all substances; active transport is only used under extreme conditions.
Ellen and Jane are roommates who are taking a health and nutrition course at their university. After completing their health family tree projects they each discover that they both have genetic tendencies toward several chronic diseases. Ellen learned that she has a family history of colon cancer, osteoporosis, and hypertension. Jane learned that she has a family history of heart disease, type 2
diabetes, and obesity. The roommates discuss lifestyle changes that they can make to reduce their risks of developing these chronic diseases. Help Ellen and Jane make the right decisions for taking care of their health and nutrition by answering the following multiple-choice question(s). What would be the best ways for Ellen to reduce her chances of developing hypertension? A) Reduce her red meat intake B) Increase her intake of fresh fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products C) Increase her intake of canned vegetables D) Look for low-sodium crackers and processed snacks