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Since vitamins are found in a wide variety of foods, they are considered non-essential ...
Since vitamins are found in a wide variety of foods, they are considered non-essential ...
Since vitamins are found in a wide variety of foods, they are considered non-essential nutrients.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   34   2   An hour ago
Research studies suggest that diets rich in vitamin D are associated with a lower risk of ...
Research studies suggest that diets rich in vitamin D are associated with a lower risk of ...
Research studies suggest that diets rich in vitamin D are associated with a lower risk of developing
A) cataracts.
B) colon cancer.
C) osteoporosis.
D) type 2 diabetes.
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   15   2   An hour ago
The binder found in high-fiber foods that inhibits the absorption of iron and zinc isA) heme.B) ...
The binder found in high-fiber foods that inhibits the absorption of iron and zinc isA) heme.B) ...
The binder found in high-fiber foods that inhibits the absorption of iron and zinc is
A) heme.
B) oxalic acid.
C) phenol.
D) pyridoxine.
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   15   2   An hour ago
Phylloquinone and menaquinone are better known asA) ascorbic acid.B) vitamin B12.C) vitamin K.D) ...
Phylloquinone and menaquinone are better known asA) ascorbic acid.B) vitamin B12.C) vitamin K.D) ...
Phylloquinone and menaquinone are better known as
A) ascorbic acid.
B) vitamin B12.
C) vitamin K.
D) vitamin B6.
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   18   2   An hour ago
Which vitamins pose the greatest risk of toxicity?A) vitamins A and DB) vitamins C and KC) vitamins ...
Which vitamins pose the greatest risk of toxicity?A) vitamins A and DB) vitamins C and KC) vitamins ...
Which vitamins pose the greatest risk of toxicity?
A) vitamins A and D
B) vitamins C and K
C) vitamins E and B12
D) thiamin and riboflavin
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   25   2   An hour ago
The human body can synthesize which two fat-soluble vitamins?A) vitamin B12 and vitamin CB) vitamin ...
The human body can synthesize which two fat-soluble vitamins?A) vitamin B12 and vitamin CB) vitamin ...
The human body can synthesize which two fat-soluble vitamins?
A) vitamin B12 and vitamin C
B) vitamin D and vitamin K
C) vitamin E and vitamin A
D) thiamin and niacin
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   14   2   An hour ago
Although promising, research that could precisely study and measure the benefits of a ...
Although promising, research that could precisely study and measure the benefits of a ...
Although promising, research that could precisely study and measure the benefits of a calorie-restricted diet in humans may never be conducted because of logistical and ethical concerns.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   14   2   An hour ago
Maintaining an energy-restricted diet that is high in nutrients requires significant planning and ...
Maintaining an energy-restricted diet that is high in nutrients requires significant planning and ...
Maintaining an energy-restricted diet that is high in nutrients requires significant planning and preparation of most of your own meals.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   11   2   An hour ago
Recent research suggests that it may not be energy intake that determines longevity as much as it is ...
Recent research suggests that it may not be energy intake that determines longevity as much as it is ...
Recent research suggests that it may not be energy intake that determines longevity as much as it is the
A) composition of diet.
B) energy balance.
C) energy output.
D) balance of nutrients.
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   13   2   An hour ago
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which of the following health ...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which of the following health ...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which of the following health habits does NOT promote increased longevity?
A) following a diet based on the USDA's food guidelines
B) tobacco use
C) engaging in at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity daily
D) maintaining a healthy weight and body composition
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   16   2   An hour ago
The reason that phytochemicals are found naturally in plant foods is to increase their nutrient ...
The reason that phytochemicals are found naturally in plant foods is to increase their nutrient ...
The reason that phytochemicals are found naturally in plant foods is to increase their nutrient content.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   9   2   An hour ago
An RDA for phytochemicals has not been established.True or False?
An RDA for phytochemicals has not been established.True or False?
An RDA for phytochemicals has not been established.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   11   2   An hour ago
Antioxidants neutralizeA) phytochemicals.B) free radicals.C) vitamins.D) acids.
Antioxidants neutralizeA) phytochemicals.B) free radicals.C) vitamins.D) acids.
Antioxidants neutralize
A) phytochemicals.
B) free radicals.
C) vitamins.
D) acids.
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   5   2   An hour ago
Phytochemicals areA) micronutrients.B) macronutrients.C) found only in plants.D) found only in ...
Phytochemicals areA) micronutrients.B) macronutrients.C) found only in plants.D) found only in ...
Phytochemicals are
A) micronutrients.
B) macronutrients.
C) found only in plants.
D) found only in animals.
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   11   2   An hour ago
Hormone replacement therapy has been proven to be a safe and effective treatment for heart ...
Hormone replacement therapy has been proven to be a safe and effective treatment for heart ...
Hormone replacement therapy has been proven to be a safe and effective treatment for heart disease.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   9   2   An hour ago
The only way to obtain adequate calcium and vitamin D is to use supplements.True or False?
The only way to obtain adequate calcium and vitamin D is to use supplements.True or False?
The only way to obtain adequate calcium and vitamin D is to use supplements.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   5   2   An hour ago
Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor that increases a person's risk of developing ...
Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor that increases a person's risk of developing ...
Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor that increases a person's risk of developing osteoporosis?
A) Asian heritage
B) female gender
C) a sedentary lifestyle
D) getting older
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   8   2   An hour ago
What is the primary reason osteoporosis incidence in Canada is expected to increase?A) inadequate ...
What is the primary reason osteoporosis incidence in Canada is expected to increase?A) inadequate ...
What is the primary reason osteoporosis incidence in Canada is expected to increase?
A) inadequate treatment options
B) increased diagnostic tools
C) increased longevity of the population
D) decline in milk consumption
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   16   2   An hour ago
Products containing ephedrine that are marketed as cold remedies and allergy medications, but not as ...
Products containing ephedrine that are marketed as cold remedies and allergy medications, but not as ...
Products containing ephedrine that are marketed as cold remedies and allergy medications, but not as a weight loss supplement, are available in Canadian stores.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   18   2   An hour ago
Approximately one-half to two-thirds of people who received obesity surgery do not experience ...
Approximately one-half to two-thirds of people who received obesity surgery do not experience ...
Approximately one-half to two-thirds of people who received obesity surgery do not experience long-term weight loss.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   15   2   An hour ago
The most frequently performed type of weight loss surgery isA) gastric banding.B) gastroplasty.C) ...
The most frequently performed type of weight loss surgery isA) gastric banding.B) gastroplasty.C) ...
The most frequently performed type of weight loss surgery is
A) gastric banding.
B) gastroplasty.
C) liposuction.
D) gastric bypass surgery.
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   8   2   An hour ago
Which of the following is NOT a common life-long problem following surgery for morbid obesity?A) ...
Which of the following is NOT a common life-long problem following surgery for morbid obesity?A) ...
Which of the following is NOT a common life-long problem following surgery for morbid obesity?
A) chronic diarrhea
B) increased intolerance to dairy products and other foods
C) nutritional deficiencies resulting from alterations in digestion and absorption
D) increased risk for type 2 diabetes
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   10   2   An hour ago
Which of the following is NOT an effective long-term treatment for obesity?A) gastroplastyB) gastric ...
Which of the following is NOT an effective long-term treatment for obesity?A) gastroplastyB) gastric ...
Which of the following is NOT an effective long-term treatment for obesity?
A) gastroplasty
B) gastric bypass
C) gastric banding
D) liposuction
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   8   2   An hour ago
How many minutes per day, for 5 days a week, does the Institute of Medicine recommend as the minimum ...
How many minutes per day, for 5 days a week, does the Institute of Medicine recommend as the minimum ...
How many minutes per day, for 5 days a week, does the Institute of Medicine recommend as the minimum amount of physical activity needed daily?
A) 30
B) 40
C) 50
D) 60
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   14   2   An hour ago
Approximately what percentage of children who are obese maintain their higher weight as adults?A) 10 ...
Approximately what percentage of children who are obese maintain their higher weight as adults?A) 10 ...
Approximately what percentage of children who are obese maintain their higher weight as adults?
A) 10
B) 25
C) 50
D) 70
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   10   2   An hour ago
What percentage of adults in the United States is estimated have metabolic syndrome?A) 2 percentB) ...
What percentage of adults in the United States is estimated have metabolic syndrome?A) 2 percentB) ...
What percentage of adults in the United States is estimated have metabolic syndrome?
A) 2 percent
B) 10 percent
C) 25 percent
D) 50 percent
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   9   2   An hour ago
What is a multifactorial disease?A) a disease that exhibits many different forms, depending upon the ...
What is a multifactorial disease?A) a disease that exhibits many different forms, depending upon the ...
What is a multifactorial disease?
A) a disease that exhibits many different forms, depending upon the individual
B) a disease that has many different causes
C) a disease that affects many different organ systems
D) a disease that requires many different treatments or therapies
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   9   2   An hour ago
Obesity is NOT associated with an increased risk ofA) diabetes.B) cardiovascular disease.C) ...
Obesity is NOT associated with an increased risk ofA) diabetes.B) cardiovascular disease.C) ...
Obesity is NOT associated with an increased risk of
A) diabetes.
B) cardiovascular disease.
C) hypertension.
D) type 1 diabetes.
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   10   2   An hour ago
Individuals who live in poverty are seldom obese.True or False?
Individuals who live in poverty are seldom obese.True or False?
Individuals who live in poverty are seldom obese.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   7   2   An hour ago
The children's disease that occurs when energy intake is grossly inadequate is calledA) wasting.B) ...
The children's disease that occurs when energy intake is grossly inadequate is calledA) wasting.B) ...
The children's disease that occurs when energy intake is grossly inadequate is called
A) wasting.
B) stunting.
C) kwashiorkor.
D) marasmus.
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   11   2   An hour ago
One of the reasons the elderly are at high risk of dehydration is that their thirst mechanism is ...
One of the reasons the elderly are at high risk of dehydration is that their thirst mechanism is ...
One of the reasons the elderly are at high risk of dehydration is that their thirst mechanism is less effective than younger people.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   5   2   An hour ago
Infants are very vulnerable to dehydration because they have a smaller ratio of body surface area to ...
Infants are very vulnerable to dehydration because they have a smaller ratio of body surface area to ...
Infants are very vulnerable to dehydration because they have a smaller ratio of body surface area to body core, causing them to lose more water than an older child.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   10   2   An hour ago
Athletes are more likely to develop a heat illness on hot and humid days. Why?A) The kidneys do not ...
Athletes are more likely to develop a heat illness on hot and humid days. Why?A) The kidneys do not ...
Athletes are more likely to develop a heat illness on hot and humid days. Why?
A) The kidneys do not reabsorb water as well on hot and humid days.
B) The thirst mechanism is not as acute on hot and humid days.
C) In hot and humid weather the body cannot dissipate heat via evaporation of sweat.
D) On hot and humid days, blood flow is diverted away from the extremi
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   7   2   An hour ago
Which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines for preventing heat-related deaths in high ...
Which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines for preventing heat-related deaths in high ...
Which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines for preventing heat-related deaths in high school and collegiate athletes?
A) regular fluid breaks for athletes
B) changing the time of events to avoid periods of high heat and humidly
C) canceling training and competition during periods of high heat and humidity
D) attendance of a certified athletic trainer at
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   5   2   An hour ago
Heat cramps that develop during vigorous physical activity in hot temperatures are due toA) a fluid ...
Heat cramps that develop during vigorous physical activity in hot temperatures are due toA) a fluid ...
Heat cramps that develop during vigorous physical activity in hot temperatures are due to
A) a fluid and electrolyte imbalance.
B) blood flow being diverted away from the muscles to the heart.
C) an internal body temperature exceeding 105°F.
D) an elevation in blood pressure.
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   5   2   An hour ago
After completing a 10K run, Bonita notices that her urine is brown and similar to the color of cola. ...
After completing a 10K run, Bonita notices that her urine is brown and similar to the color of cola. ...
After completing a 10K run, Bonita notices that her urine is brown and similar to the color of cola. What does this indicate about Bonita's hydration status?
A) She is well hydrated.
B) She may be inadequately hydrated and needs to replace fluids.
C) She is suffering from severe dehydration and needs treatment immediately.
D) The color of urine is not a reli
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   8   2   An hour ago
Which of the following is NOT a risk in the offspring of women who smoke during pregnancy?A) ...
Which of the following is NOT a risk in the offspring of women who smoke during pregnancy?A) ...
Which of the following is NOT a risk in the offspring of women who smoke during pregnancy?
A) osteoporosis
B) hypertension
C) childhood allergies
D) respiratory diseases
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   9   2   An hour ago
It is estimated that up to 70 percent of the world's population lose some ability to digest lactose ...
It is estimated that up to 70 percent of the world's population lose some ability to digest lactose ...
It is estimated that up to 70 percent of the world's population lose some ability to digest lactose as they age.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   17   2   An hour ago
There is no difference between a food intolerance and a food allergy; they are synonymous.True or ...
There is no difference between a food intolerance and a food allergy; they are synonymous.True or ...
There is no difference between a food intolerance and a food allergy; they are synonymous.

True or False?
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   12   2   An hour ago
Health Canada, the Canadian Food & Inspection Agency (CFIA) and medical experts have agreed that ...
Health Canada, the Canadian Food & Inspection Agency (CFIA) and medical experts have agreed that ...
Health Canada, the Canadian Food & Inspection Agency (CFIA) and medical experts have agreed that ________ foods account for the majority of all documented food allergies.
A) 3
B) 10
C) 20
D) 160
Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences   Teknomancer   19   2   An hour ago
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