If the infection responsible for diverticulitis spreads to adjacent organs, _____ may result
a. irritable bowel syndrome
b. weight gain
c. fistulas
d. malnutrition
e. Crohn's disease
c
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A. oxidation. B. hydrogenation. C. condensation. D. rancidity.
Which of the following is a function of amylase?
A) It catalyzes reactions needed to digest carbohydrates. B) It catalyzes reactions needed to digest proteins. C) It causes the contraction and relaxation of muscles. D) It acts to increase and decrease the blood's pH as needed.
What can people do to help prevent obesity and eating disorders?
A) Accept the fact that healthy bodies come in all shapes and sizes B) Encourage parents to monitor their children's calorie intake closely C) Accept a lifestyle of dieting or calorie restriction D) Encourage people to focus on body weight as a priority for health
BD is a 15 yo female who is seen by her physician for her yearly check up. The physician determines that BD has microcytic anemia. Her diet recall is as follows: B- bagel with cream cheese 6 oz milk L- turkey sandwich on whole-wheat bread lettuce mayonnaise potato chips 8 oz iced tea D- 1 cup of pasta ½ cup tomato sauce 2 pieces garlic bread 8 oz iced tea S- apple What substance in this food
inhibits iron absorption? a. phytates b. non-heme iron c. tannins d. metallic ions