Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A)People who describe themselves as nutritionists are registered dietitian nutritionists.
• B)In general,registered dietitian nutritionists are reliable sources of nutrition information.
• C)Pseudoscience is the practice of medicine without proper training and credentials.
• D)In the United States,a person can obtain a PhD in nutrition only by graduating from an accredited institution of higher learning.

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Definitions:

Small Intestine

A part of the digestive system where most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients occurs.

CVA

Cerebrovascular Accident, commonly known as a stroke, occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is suddenly interrupted or reduced.

Thermoreceptors

Specialized sensory nerve cells that detect changes in temperature and are responsible for sensations of hot and cold.