Which of the Following Contributes the Highest Thermic Effect of Food

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following contributes the highest thermic effect of food?

• A)fats
• B)mixed diet with at least 50% carbohydrate
• C)carbohydrates
• D)proteins

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Definitions:

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

A chronic condition where the heart's ability to pump effectively is compromised, leading to the accumulation of fluid in body tissues.

Pulmonary Edema

A condition characterized by excessive fluid in the lungs, which can lead to difficulty breathing and inadequate oxygenation of the blood.

Chronic Bronchitis

A long-term inflammation of the bronchial tubes in the lungs, often resulting from smoking or air pollution, leading to coughing and difficulty breathing.

Pulmonary Embolism

A blockage in one of the pulmonary arteries in the lungs, typically caused by blood clots that travel from the legs or other parts of the body.