Author: Anonymous

Vegans need to take care to get enough dietary ______ since binders in plant foods may reduce the availability of the nutrient to the body.

Vignette #1 John is 35 and interested in gaining muscle mass and decides to check out the nutritional supplements at the local health food store. The clerk approaches him wearing a white lab coat; this immediately impresses John, who now thinks that the clerk is well informed. John explains that his goal is to gain the maximum muscle mass in the shortest time. The clerk is eager to assist John and says, “Let me show you the products that will benefit you most.” Let’s see if the clerk really knows what ergogenic aids are all about by answering these questions. Which of the following is an example of a resistance training activity that John could do?

Folic acid is added to ____ in order to reduce the incidence of neural tube defects.

What factor is associated with an increased risk of breast cancer?

When the diet contains an adequate amount of protein, the body can synthesize niacin from the amino acid ____.

The American Heart Association recommends a saturated fat intake of ____ of total calories.

The ____ is the average daily amount of a nutrient that appears to be adequate for individuals when there is not sufficient scientific research to calculate an RDA.

Marcia decides to go shopping and wants to purchase foods with less fat and calories and save money at the same time. Which food item is least likely to help Marcia meet her objectives?

Which micronutrient deficiencies are of particular concern worldwide?

Jack decides to purchase waffle #1 and eats three of the waffles for breakfast. Approximately, what amounts of total fat and total carbohydrates did the waffles contribute to his meal?