Knowledge of Body Composition Is Important to the Understanding of Nutrition

question 20

Multiple Choice

Knowledge of body composition is important to the understanding of nutrition based on which of the following?

• A) Ninety percent of the human body is of mineral content.
• B) Body composition remains fairly constant with aging.
• C) About 15% of the body is carbohydrate.
• D) Nutrient intake can affect body composition, which, in turn, can affect health.

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