Sandy has been retaining water lately and has been diagnosed with hypertension. What amount of sodium must be eaten to be considered an elevated amount of sodium?
1500 mg
300
Eric was working out at the gym to increase strength training. His trainer has increased his protein intake because the function of protein is
a. to build and repair body tissue
300
You have a head cold and your doctor has told you to increase your ascorbic acid intake, following his directive will help your immune system. You should eat food high in?
Vitamin C
300
what are example of plant protein?
nuts, seeds, lentils
300
what is lactose intolerant?
the inability to digest milk sugars, lactose
400
This living bacteria helps absorb vitamins and minerals but does not break down food
probiotics
400
Katie is a vegan, which of the following food lists would be the best to suit her protein needs
nuts, dry beans, peas, lentils.
400
What is the function of vitamin A
prevents night blindness, promotes healthy skin, healthy eyes
400
what are complementary proteins?
when you mix two plant proteins together
400
high fat consumption can lead to what medical condition?
Heart disease
500
these are not living, but proteins that break down nutrient molecules into small molecules so they can be absorbed in the intestines
digestive enzymes
500
Soluble fiber is effective in:
A. reducing elevated blood cholesterol
500
Vegans may need to take a supplement to get enough ______ which is only found in red meat and seaweed.