Severe acute malnutrition is caused by ____.
a. recent severe food restriction; characterized in children who are underweight for height
b. a critical decrease in essential fatty acids, especially those from milk
c. an overconsumption of sugary products and is similar to diabetes
d. an overconsumption of high-fat, high-protein foods at the expense of carbohydrates
e. underconsumption of protein, but overconsumption of fat
Q. 2Approximately what percentage of Mexican women breastfeed their infants in the first week of life?
a. 50
b. 23
c. 95
d. 80
e. 70
Q. 3Which complementary proteins are lacking in legumes?
a. tryptophan and lysine
b. isoleucine and lysine
c. methionine and isoleucine
d. methionine and tryptophan
e. isoleucine and tryptophan
Q. 4How does the birth rate among Hispanic women compare to that of white women?
a. nearly twice that of white women
b. nearly three times that of white women
c. half that of white women
d. about the same
e. two-thirds that of white women
Q. 5Which food group provides essential fatty acids for a vegan diet?
a. flaxseed
b. dark, green, leafy vegetables
c. deep orange and yellow fruits and vegetables
d. whole grain
e. kidney beans
Q. 6During acculturation, changes in the meal patterns of Mexican Americans are most likely to include
a. changes in meal preparation techniques.
b. less snacking.
c. increases in fruit and vegetable intake.
d. less dietary fat.
e. increases in use of canned food.
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