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The inability of the stomach to produce enough acid can lead to a _____ deficiency.

Vignette #1 John has started working out at the local gym and has been buying protein-packed snack bars and other high-protein foods. He started at 180 pounds and has increased his weight to 195 pounds. He is convinced the extra weight is all muscle. His wife, Jill, thinks that there may be risks involved with eating extra protein. They decide to find out more about how much protein they need and explore the risks associated with consuming too much as well as too little protein.  Based on your text, answer the following questions. Jill’s research on the risks of excess protein should lead her to give what advice to John?

Just like adults, many children ____.

Vignette #2 Julia and David are new parents of a 13-year-old girl, Zoe. They want to make sure they are feeding her the most nutritious diet possible. Julia makes an appointment with a registered dietitian at Zoe’s pediatrician’s office. David’s first question is “Can you help us figure out what foods to feed Zoe that will prevent chronic diseases in her future?” Julia seems concerned about how to make sure Zoe gets enough essential nutrients. Imagine you are the dietitian. Using the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the MyPlate tool, answer the following questions. To prevent the risk of chronic disease in adulthood, what practice would you recommend?

All of the following are health benefits associated with intake of insoluble fiber except ___.

__________ cup(s) of coffee a day are associated with health benefits and little indication of health risks.

What effect does blockage of the antidiuretic hormone (ADH) have on the body when consuming alcohol?

How do body cells keep the right amount of water inside themselves?

What is the meaning of the term “protein-sparing”?

Foodborne illness would have the greatest impact on which individual?