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Which of the following is true about the energy content of nutrients?
a.Alcohol supplies 9 kcalories per gram. b.Lipids and alcohol supply 9 kcalories per gram. c.Carbohydrates and proteins supply 4 kcalories per gram. d.Lipids supply 7 kcalories per gram. |
c. Carbohydrates and proteins supply 4 kcalories per gram.
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A meal consisting of a cheeseburger, large fries, and a chocolate shake provides a total of 1,120 kcalories, of which 48 percent of the energy is from carbohydrate and 13 percent from protein. How many kcalories of fat does the meal contain?
a. 137 b. 313 c. 287 d. 437 |
d. 437
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Which of the following terms describes psychological influences that encourage us to find and eat food?
a. Obsession b. Appetite c. Satiety d. Hunger |
b. Appetite
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Certain nutrients provide us with energy. Some are important for growth and development. Others act to keep body functions running smoothly. Which of the following does not promote growth and development?
a. Lipids b. Carbohydrates c. Minerals d. Proteins |
b. Carbohydrates
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Gram for gram, which provides the most energy?
a. Carbohydrates b. Proteins c. Fats d. Alcohol |
c. Fats
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Fibers belong to the class of nutrients known as:
a. Minerals. b. Lipids. c. Protein. d. Carbohydrate. |
d. Carbohydrate.
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Which of the following is not a class of nutrient?
a. Carbohydrates b. Lipids c. Minerals d. Alcohol |
d. Alcohol
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A kcalorie is a measure of:
a. Sugar and fat in food. b. Nutrients in food. c. Heat energy. d. Fat in food. |
c. Heat energy.
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Which of the following is not a characteristic shared by carbohydrates?
a. Supply 4 kcalories per gram b. Add sweetness to food c. Contain more kcalories than protein d. Provide a major source of fuel for the body |
c. Contain more kcalories than protein
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In chemistry terms, which of the following most accurately describes the term organic?
a. Substances containing carbon b. Products sold at health food stores c. Substances containing energy-yielding nutrients d. Products grown without the use of pesticides |
a. Substances containing carbon
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Which of the following contain no calories?
A. Vitamins B. Carbohydrates C. Alcohol D. Proteins |
A. Vitamins
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A large hamburger (e.g., Whopper) sandwich contains 628 kcalories and 36 grams of fat. Approximately what percentage of the total energy is contributed by fat?
A. 52% B. 41% C. 19% D. 23% |
A. 52%
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Which of the following is not a characteristic shared by carbohydrates?
A. Provide a major source of fuel for the body B. Add sweetness to food C. Contain more kcalories than protein D. Supply 4 kcalories per gram |
C. Contain more kcalories than protein
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Which of the following is true about the energy content of nutrients?
A. Carbohydrates and proteins supply 4 kcalories per gram. B. Lipids supply 7 kcalories per gram. C. Lipids and alcohol supply 9 kcalories per gram. D. Alcohol supplies 9 kcalories per gram. |
A. Carbohydrates and proteins supply 4 kcalories per gram.
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Which of the following is not true about water?
A. Provides a way to transport nutrients and waste B. Dietary need of approximately 9-13 cups per day C. By-product of cell chemical reactions D. Provides energy |
D. Provides energy
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A warning sign or symptom of alcohol poisoning is
A. rapid breathing. B. skin that is hot to the touch. C. insomnia. D. semiconsciousness or unconsciousness. |
D. semiconsciousness or unconsciousness.
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Certain nutrients provide us with energy. Some are important for growth and development. Others act to keep body functions running smoothly. Which of the following does not promote growth and development?
A. Minerals B. Proteins C. Lipids D. Carbohydrates |
D. Carbohydrates
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Which of the following hormones is made by the fat cells and influences long-term regulation of total fat stores?
A. Neuropeptide Y B. Cortisol C. Leptin D. Endorphins |
C. Leptin
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Which of the following is not a characteristic of protein?
A. Major component of body structure B. Supplies 4 kcalories per gram C. Most significant energy source for humans D. Forms enzymes |
C. Most significant energy source for humans
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Which of the following is true about the energy content of nutrients?
A. Lipids supply 7 kcalories per gram. B. Carbohydrates and proteins supply 4 kcalories per gram. C. Alcohol supplies 9 kcalories per gram. D. Lipids and alcohol supply 9 kcalories per gram. |
B. Carbohydrates and proteins supply 4 kcalories per gram.
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Which of the following includes all energy-yielding substances?
A. Carbohydrates, lipids, protein B. Vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, lipids, protein C. Alcohol, carbohydrates, lipids, protein D. Carbohydrates, lipids, protein, vitamins, minerals, water |
C. Alcohol, carbohydrates, lipids, protein
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Which of the following should be limited in the diet because of their effect on blood cholesterol?
A. Saturated fats B. Unsaturated fats C. Essential fats D. Amino acids |
A. Saturated fats
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Which of the following is true about the North American diet?
A. Most of our protein comes from plant sources. B. Approximately half of our carbohydrates come from simple sugars. C. Most of our fats come from plant sources. D. Most of our carbohydrates come from starches. |
B. Approximately half of our carbohydrates come from simple sugars.
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Which of the following is characteristic of lipids?
A. Supply 4 kcalories per gram B. Add structural strength to bones and muscles C. Supply a concentrated form of fuel for the body D. Add sweetness to food |
C. Supply a concentrated form of fuel for the body
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Which of the following nutrients can directly supply energy for human use?
A. Lipids and oils B. Fiber C. Vitamins D. Minerals |
A. Lipids and oils
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Current factors that can influence American food habits negatively are
A. more offerings of chicken and fish in restaurants as alternatives to beef. B. the time-oriented, hurried lifestyle leading to many meals eaten away from home. C. the variety of new, low fat products in the supermarket. D. more published information on the nutritional content of fast foods. |
B. the time-oriented, hurried lifestyle leading to many meals eaten away from home.
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Which of the following is not true about water?
A. Provides energy B. Provides a way to transport nutrients and waste C. By-product of cell chemical reactions D. Dietary need of approximately 9-13 cups per day |
A. Provides energy
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According to the USDA MyPyramid, an adult age 18 or older should consume how many cups of milk or milk equivalent per day on a 2,000-calorie diet?
A. 3 B. 1 C. 2 D. 4 |
A. 3
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Which of the following has an RDA?
A. Carbohydrate B. Fat C. Water D. Protein |
C. Water
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The term "Daily Values" on a food label refers to
A. a rough guideline based on approximate human needs. B. RDAs. C. minimum requirements. D. AIs. |
A. a rough guideline based on approximate human needs.
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The label on a package of Kool Aid indicates that it contains vitamin C. The amount listed is a percentage of the
A. Daily Value. B. RDA. C. minimum requirement. D. AI. |
A. Daily Value.
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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends which of the following?
A. Choosing and preparing foods without salt B. Consuming two alcoholic beverages per day C. Being physically active each day D. Washing meat and poultry |
C. Being physically active each day
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Jeff, a world-class triathlete, visits a dietitian to obtain sports nutrition advice. During his visit, Jeff is asked to recall what he ate for the past 24 hours. Which part of a nutritional assessment is this?
A. Biochemical evaluation B. Diet history C. Clinical examination D. Menu planning |
B. Diet history
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Mrs. Mitchell was hospitalized after being found unconscious in her home. A dietitian conducted a nutritional assessment noting the general appearance of Mrs. Mitchell's skin, eyes, and tongue. Which part of the assessment is this?
A. Medical examination B. Diet history C. Biochemical evaluation D. Clinical examination |
D. Clinical examination
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One serving of Raisin Bran cereal contains 50 percent of the 18 mg Daily Value for iron. How much iron will one serving of your cereal provide?
A. 9 mg B. 15 mg C. 5 mg D. 36 mg |
A. 9 mg
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The food grouping guidelines most recently released from the United States government are called
A. The Food Guide Pyramid. B. The Basic Four Food Groups. C. MyPyramid. D. MySpace. |
C. MyPyramid.
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Using the USDA MyPyramid for 2000 kcalories as a reference, the servings from the milk group in this menu are
A. adequate. B. lacking 1 serving. C. lacking 2 servings. D. lacking 3 servings. |
D. lacking 3 servings.
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Measurements of height, weight, body circumferences, and body fat are called
A. sonography. B. electrocardiography. C. echocardiography. D. anthropometry. |
D. anthropometry.
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Which of the following is not a true statement about the USDA MyPyramid Fruit group?
A. Eat 2 cups every day. B. Eat a variety of fruit. C. Include plenty of fruit juices for your fruit servings. D. Choose fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruit. |
C. Include plenty of fruit juices for your fruit servings.
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The RDAs for nutrients generally are
A. the minimum amounts the average adult male requires. B. more than twice the requirements. C. designed to prevent deficiency disease in half the population. D. designed to be adequate for almost all healthy people. |
D. designed to be adequate for almost all healthy people.
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The MyPyramid guidelines recommend that we be physically active for at least how many minutes most days of the week?
A. 20 B. 30 C. 45 D. 60 |
B. 30
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Two tablespoons (tbsp) of salad dressing, peanut butter, or margarine is about the size of a
A. yoyo B. baseball C. tennis ball D. golf ball |
D. golf ball
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Using the USDA MyPyramid for 2000 kcalories, the fruits and vegetables in this menu are
A. missing a vitamin A source. B. missing a vitamin C source. C. present in adequate quantities. D. missing a dark green vegetable source. |
C. present in adequate quantities
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Which statement best describes the healthful diet principle of balance?
A. Choose a number of different foods within any given food group rather than the "same old thing." B. Consume a variety of foods from MyPyramid's five major food groups every day. C. Plan your entire day's diet so that you don't overconsume nutrient sources. D. Consume foods that have the most nutrition for their kcalories. |
B. Consume a variety of foods from MyPyramid's five major food groups every day.
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Which of the following is true about the use of the USDA MyPyramid?
A. The Guide applies to infants. B. Milk and meat are essential to good nutrition. C. Variety is the key to the plan. D. The Guide does not permit use of fats, oils, and sweets. |
C. Variety is the key to the plan.
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Which of the following accurately describes the term hypotheses?
A. A test made to examine the validity of an educated guess B. An educated guess by a scientist to explain a phenomenon C. A study of how disease rates vary among different population groups D. An explanation for a phenomenon that has numerous lines of evidence to support it |
B. An educated guess by a scientist to explain a phenomenon
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Two tablespoons (tbsp) of salad dressing, peanut butter, or margarine is about the size of a
A. yoyo B. baseball C. tennis ball D. golf ball |
D. golf ball
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Measurements of height, weight, body circumferences, and body fat are called
A. sonography. B. electrocardiography. C. echocardiography. D. anthropometry. |
D. anthropometry.
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Missy visits a doctor because she feels tired most of the time, is easily distracted, and feels chilled. As part of her examination, Missy has blood drawn to be tested for concentrations of nutrients and their by-products. This part of the examination is the
A. anthropometric assessment. B. physical examination. C. biochemical evaluation. D. clinical examination |
C. biochemical evaluation.
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You pick up a box of Cheerios cereal in the supermarket. The label tells you that a 1-cup serving provides 25 percent of the ______ for iron.
A. RDA B. Daily Value C. Minimum Requirement D. ESADDI |
B. Daily Value
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Adequate Intakes (AI)
A. are established for nutrients for which there is not enough information to set RDAs. B. are established for carbohydrate, total fat, and dietary fiber. C. represent minimum nutrient needs. D. are established for all vitamins and minerals. |
A. are established for nutrients for which there is not enough information to set RDAs.
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Which of the following is not a wise application of the USDA MyPyramid?
A. Using low-fat and nonfat choices for milk and cheese B. Including several servings of vegetable proteins per week C. Using whole grain breads and cereals D. Eliminating foods from the oils group to lose weight. |
D. Eliminating foods from the oils group to lose weight.
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RDAs are not used in food labeling because
A. they are age and gender specific. B. they are too generic. C. there are too many of them. D. their values are set too high. |
A. they are age and gender specific.
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The label on a package of Kool Aid indicates that it contains vitamin C. The amount listed is a percentage of the
A. Daily Value. B. RDA. C. minimum requirement. D. AI. |
A. Daily Value.
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Where are most digestive enzymes produced?
a. Pancreas and small intestine b. Liver and large intestine c. Pancreas and large intestine d. Liver and pancreas |
a. Pancreas and small intestine
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A hormone responds to food entering the small intestine and stimulates the pancreas to release
a. bicarbonate. b. acid. c. bile. d. mucus. |
a. bicarbonate
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Which of the following is true regarding bile?
a. It is secreted in response to the presence of carbohydrates in the small intestine. b. It stimulates the release of pancreatic juices. c. It is produced by the liver. d. It is a hormone. |
c. It is produced by the liver.
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All of the following can weaken esophageal sphincter tension and promote heartburn except
a. root beer. b. coffee. c. alcohol. d. nicotine. |
a. root beer.
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What is one function of the pyloric sphincter?
a. Prevents esophageal contents from emptying too quickly into the stomach b. Prevents stomach contents from backing up into the esophagus c. Prevents intestinal contents from backing up into the stomach d. Prevents intestinal contents from emptying too quickly into the colon |
c. Prevents intestinal contents from backing up into the stomach
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Peristalsis refers to
a. chewing and swallowing. b. the opening and closing of sphincters. c. the action of bile on dietary fat. d. muscular movement of materials through the GI tract. |
d. muscular movement of materials through the GI tract.
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What substance helps suspend fat in a watery digestive mixture, making fat more available to digestive enzymes?
a. Bicarbonate b. Mucus c. Bile d. Pancreatic juices |
c. Bile
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The study of how food impacts health through its interaction with our genes and its subsequent effect on gene expression is called
a. epidemiology. b. molecular biology. c. nutrigenomics. d. genetic engineering. |
c. nutrigenomics.
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Blood leaving the intestine goes by way of a vein to the
a. kidneys. b. heart. c. liver. d. pancreas. |
c. liver.
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Constipation can best be prevented by
a. eating dietary fiber. b. restricting fluids. c. restricting physical exercise. d. using laxatives. |
a. eating dietary fiber.
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Which of the following is not a sphincter?
A. Duodenal B. Esophageal C. Pyloric D. Ileocecal |
A. Duodenal
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Which large blood vessel is the first to receive most recently eaten nutrients, transporting them to the liver?
A. Portal vein B. Mesenteric vein C. Subclavian vein D. Hepatic vein |
A. Portal vein
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Peristalsis refers to
A. chewing and swallowing. B. the opening and closing of sphincters. C. the action of bile on dietary fat. D. muscular movement of materials through the GI tract. |
D. muscular movement of materials through the GI tract.
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Which of the following therapies is appropriate for ulcer treatment?
A. Aspirin B. Antacids C. Orange juice D. Milk and cream |
D. Milk and cream
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These protein-based substances enhance digestion by making chemical reactions more likely to happen.
A. Bile B. Emulsifiers C. Enzymes D. Hormones |
C. Enzymes
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The study of how genes determine our nutritional requirements is called
A. nutrigenomics. B. food biotechnology. C. nutritional biochemistry. D. genetic engineering. |
A. nutrigenomics.
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To which body part does blood travel to pick up oxygen and release carbon dioxide?
A. Heart B. Lungs C. Liver D. Kidneys |
B. Lungs
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The most active area for the absorption of nutrients into the body is the
A. stomach. B. small intestine. C. large intestine. D. liver. |
B. small intestine.
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Which of the following is a feature of the lymphatic system?
A. It is composed of a mucus-like substance. B. It picks up and transports dietary lipid. C. It serves to transport fat- and water-soluble vitamins to the heart. D. It funnels nutrients to the liver via a one-way pump. |
C. It serves to transport fat- and water-soluble vitamins to the heart.
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Which of the following meals would leave the stomach last?
A. Bagel, orange juice, and banana B. Non-fat yogurt, banana, and skim milk C. Raisin Bran, skim milk, English muffin, and coffee D. Sausage, egg, cheese, biscuit, and coffee |
D. Sausage, egg, cheese, biscuit, and coffee
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Antibiotic treatment of infection with the bacteria ______________ heals some stomach ulcers and prevents their recurrence.
A. Salmonella B. Helicobacter pylori C. E. coli D. Clostridium botulinum |
B. Helicobacter pylori
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In passive absorption, nutrients enter the cell
A. with a carrier. B. with the expenditure of energy. C. from an area of higher concentration to one of lower concentration. D. from an area of lower concentration to one of higher concentration. |
C. from an area of higher concentration to one of lower concentration.
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What percentage of a meal has been absorbed by the time it leaves the small intestine?
A. 25% B. 55% C. 80% D. 95% |
D. 95%
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Which of the following, upon digestion, is not normally released directly into the bloodstream?
A. Minerals B. Fats C. Carbohydrates D. Proteins |
B. Fats
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The ring-like muscles that retard or prevent backflow of partially digested food in the gastrointestinal tract are called
A. sphincters. B. passages. C. openings. D. gates. |
A. sphincters.
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Constipation can best be prevented by
A. eating dietary fiber. B. restricting fluids. C. restricting physical exercise. D. using laxatives. |
A. eating dietary fiber.
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The villi of the small intestine
A. provide an enormous surface area that facilitates absorption. B. store fat-soluble vitamins. C. continuously move food through the small intestine to the colon. D. inactivate enzymes consumed with food. |
A. provide an enormous surface area that facilitates absorption.
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Which of the following is not a sphincter?
A. Duodenal B. Esophageal C. Pyloric D. Ileocecal |
A. Duodenal
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Which of the following is an important dietary recommendation for avoiding heartburn?
A. Eat smaller meals that are lower in fat. B. Eat large meals. C. Eat meals low in carbohydrate. D. Avoid fluids. |
A. Eat smaller meals that are lower in fat.
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Constipation can best be prevented by
A. eating dietary fiber. B. restricting fluids. C. restricting physical exercise. D. using laxatives. |
A. eating dietary fiber.
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The villi of the small intestine
A. provide an enormous surface area that facilitates absorption. B. store fat-soluble vitamins. C. continuously move food through the small intestine to the colon. D. inactivate enzymes consumed with food. |
A. provide an enormous surface area that facilitates absorption.
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Which of the following is not a sphincter?
A. Duodenal B. Esophageal C. Pyloric D. Ileocecal |
A. Duodenal
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Which of the following is an important dietary recommendation for avoiding heartburn?
A. Eat smaller meals that are lower in fat. B. Eat large meals. C. Eat meals low in carbohydrate. D. Avoid fluids. |
A. Eat smaller meals that are lower in fat.
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