Sarcopenia refers to:
a. loss of muscle mass.
b. a vitamin deficiency.
c. bone loss.
d. malnutrition associated with aging.
Q. 2High-fiber diets may decrease the bioavailability of some minerals, such as iron and calcium.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 3The most important nutrition concern for the person with Alzheimer's disease is:
a. being allowed to choose his own foods.
b. a strict eating schedule.
c. maintaining appropriate body weight.
d. a regimen of dietary supplements.
Q. 4Toddlers, especially 9- to 18-month-olds, are at the highest risk for iron deficiency.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 5Your grandfather is having trouble with his short-term memory. You suggest that he may be experiencing symptoms of a deficiency of:
a. aluminum.
b. vitamin D.
c. DHA.
d. protein.
Q. 6The recommended intake of protein for toddlers is 0.95 g/kg/d.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 7All of the following seem to be related to the development of Alzheimer's disease except:
a. genetic factors.
b. obesity.
c. low levels of homocysteine.
d. free-radical damage.
Q. 8Most children from birth to 5 years are meeting the targeted levels of consumption of most nutrients, except for vitamins D and E.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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