NUTRITION AND DIET THERAPY
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ISBN: 9780357390337
Author: DEBRUYNE
Publisher: CENGAGE L
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- Some nutritionists claim that the secret to long life is to be slightly underweight as an adult. If a persons weight is related partly to diet, partly to activity level, and partly to genetics, what underlying factors could be at work to generate statistics that support this claim?arrow_forwardWhen 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 fracturesarrow_forwardWhich 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.arrow_forward
- Which is a true statement about limiting nutrients in infancy? a. Iron supplementation is initiated when infants are six months of age. b. Vitamin D supplementation is needed in breastfed infants because the content is low in breast milk. c. Low intake of dietary fiber is a common cause of constipation in infants. d. Fluoride is not needed until teeth start erupting in late infancy.arrow_forwardAs a person ages, the number of body cells steadily decreases and energy needs decline. If you were planning an older persons diet, what kind(s) of nutrients would you emphasize, and why? Which ones would you recommend an aging person eat less of?arrow_forward
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