As a Person Reaches Old Age, the Metabolic Rate Declines

question 37

Multiple Choice

As a person reaches old age, the metabolic rate declines. How should older people adjust their diets to compensate for this change? ​

• A)Reduce the amount of protein in their diet.
• B)Consume the amount of carbohydrates in their diet they did when younger.
• C)Take vitamin supplements.
• D)Increase their intake of fiber.

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