Chapter 12, Problem 5RQ

When a child has a chronic condition that limits activity, such as spina bifida, what is the greatest long-term nutrition concern? a. Protein limiting growth b. Modified food textures to avoid eating difficulties c. Excessive calorie intake further limiting mobility d. Intake of calcium and vitamin D to prevent bone fractures

Which of the following statements is not true? a. Essential nutrients can be synthesized by the body. b. Vitamins are required in small quantities for bodily function. c. Some amino acids can be synthesized by the body, while others need to be obtained from diet. d. Vitamins come in two categories: fat-soluble and water-soluble.

How can the ingestion of food increase the body temperature?

Digestion is completed and products are absorbed in the _________. a. mouth b. stomach c. small intestine d. large intestine

What are the main functions of the stomach? What roles do enzymes and hormones play?

_________lowers blood sugar levels; ____________ raises the level of blood sugar. a. Glucagon; insulin b. Insulin; glucagon c. Gastrin; insulin d. Gastrin; glucagon