All of these foods are often associated with dyspepsia except _____.
a. raw foods
b. coffee
c. spicy foods
d. high-fat foods
e. chocolate
Q. 2Insoluble fiber is beneficial in decreasing blood cholesterol due to its ability to bind bile.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 3General discomfort in the upper abdominal area with complaints of stomach pain, gnawing sensations, early satiety, nausea, vomiting, and bloating is descriptive of _____.
a. peptic ulcer disease
b. dyspepsia
c. hiatal hernia
d. Sjgren's syndrome
e. Barrett's esophagus
Q. 4Enzymes are stored in the gallbladder to aid in the digestion of food.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 5Patients with reflux esophagitis should be instructed to _____.
a. eat small meals
b. drink liquids with meals
c. lie down after eating
d. consume caffeine-containing foods and beverages
e. eat very cold foods to soothe the stomach
Q. 6The colon (large intestine) is the site where most nutrients are absorbed.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false