Consumption of an Assortment of Foods from Each of the Basic

question 39

Multiple Choice

Consumption of an assortment of foods from each of the basic food groups _____.​

• A)​increases the probability of an allergic reaction
• B)increases the probability of nutrient deficiency
• C)increases the probability that the diet will provide enough of all the nutrients
• D)decreases the probability of nutrient toxicity
• E)​decreases caloric intake

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Definitions:

Duct

A tube, channel, or conduit through which fluids, air, or other substances are transported from one area to another.

Interstitial Fluid

The liquid found in the spaces between cells, providing means of delivering nutrients and removing waste.

Cartilage

A flexible, rubbery connective tissue found in various parts of the body like joints, rib cage, and ear structure.

Collagen And Elastin

Proteins found in connective tissues, with collagen providing tensile strength and elastin allowing tissues to resume their shape after stretching or contracting.