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Question 41

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Damon has a chronic illness,and to treat the condition,he takes an antibiotic every day.Despite his illness,Damon's diet is nutritionally adequate,and he exercises regularly.Based on this information,Damon may need to

A) reduce his protein intake.
B) eat more vitamin-C rich foods.
C) take a dietary supplement that contains vitamin K.
D) consume fewer foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids.

E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

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Which of the following statements is true?

A) Vitamins are organic micronutrients.
B) Your body excretes fat-soluble vitamins more easily than water-soluble vitamins.
C) Foods generally supply larger amounts of vitamins than proteins or carbohydrates.
D) Vitamins D and A are water soluble.

E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

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The human body can absorb some of the _____ that is synthesized by intestinal bacteria.

Which of the following vitamins plays a direct role in energy metabolism?

In the United States,newborns receive an injection of _____ to prevent _____.

Which of the following statements is true?

Green leafy vegetables and orange juice are rich sources of

_____ is added to refined grain products as part of the enrichment process.

_____ results from lack of intrinsic factor.

Which of the following practices is associated with an increased risk of cancer?

Becky's 2-year old son can't walk because he was born with spina bifida.To reduce the chances that her next baby is born with a neural tube defect,Becky should

Elaina wants to lower her risk of cancer.According to scientific studies,consuming ____ may decrease her risk of this chronic disease.

The human body can absorb some _____ that is synthesized by intestinal bacteria.

Erika takes megadoses of vitamin B-6 because she thinks it benefits her health.After learning about this vitamin in your nutrition class,which of the following statements about vitamin B-6 would be the most accurate information to tell her?

Megadoses of a form of ____ may be used to reduce elevated LDL cholesterol levels.

_____ are fat-soluble vitamins.

Which of the following foods are reliable dietary sources of vitamin D?

Jameela is an Iranian woman living in poverty.She is not seen in public places without being covered almost completely in heavy veils.Her usual diet is comprised of legumes,small amounts of yogurt,whole-grain breads and rice,fruits,and a few vegetables.Based on this information,Jameela is most at risk of

Which of the following foods is a rich source of vitamin E?

Having excess body fat increases the risk of