Which of the following would NOT help reduce the risk for developing cancer?
A) consuming foods containing phytoestrogens
B) consuming intensely colored fruits and vegetables
C) consuming nitrites and nitrates
D) eating a diet low in saturated fat
Q. 2Bert goes to the gym and works out strenuously for about 45 minutes. After his exercise session
he weighs himself and notices that he has lost a pound. How much fluid should he drink to
rehydrate his body?
A) 1 cup B) 3 cups C) 2 cups D) 4 cups
Q. 3The release of which of the following nutrients from extracellular fluid stimulates muscle
contraction?
A) calcium B) potassium C) phosphorus D) sodium
Q. 4Which of the following is NOT a significant risk factor for skin cancer?
A) having had five or more sunburns B) exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays
C) HPV exposure D) exposure to tanning beds before age 35
Q. 5How much beta-carotene is considered equivalent to one unit of vitamin A?
A) twelve units B) six units
C) two molecules D) one molecule
Q. 6A condition characterized by very high blood sodium levels is
A) hypernatremia. B) hyperkalemia.
C) hyponatremia. D) hypokalemia.
Q. 7Which of the following acids is major form of phosphorus found in plant foods?
A) phosphoric acid B) synovial acid
C) hydrochloric acid D) phytic acid
Q. 8More than 40 compounds in tobacco and tobacco smoke are
A) infectious agents. B) carcinomas.
C) antioxidants. D) carcinogens.
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