The low energy content of vegan diets may make them inadequate to support an adolescent's rapid growth.

a. true
b. false


Ans: a. true

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a. essential fatty acids. b. short-chain peptides. c. branched-chain amino acids. d. concentrated energy.

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Why might a very high-fiber diet be harmful for malnourished people, the elderly, and young vegan children?

a. Low fluid intakes among these groups increase risk of intestinal blockage. b. High iron and zinc intakes among these groups lead to chelation interactions. c. The small amounts of food consumed among these groups can result in inadequate energy or nutrient intakes. d. Risk of hypoglycemia is higher among these groups e. Risk of heart disease is higher among these group.

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If an atom has 4 protons and 2 electrons it will be called a(n) _____

a. quark b. ion c. lepton d. fragment

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A Food Label Ingredients List lists contents in order from most abundant to least abundant based on weight

a. true b. false

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