47. Constipation can be treated by adding fiber to the diet. A. TRUE. B. FALSE 4

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47. Constipation can be treated by adding fiber to the diet. A. TRUE. B. FALSE 48. The BMI is useful because it tells you how much of your weight is due to adipose tissue regardless of your fitness, bone structure, or gender. A. FALSE. B. TRUE 49. Why is it necessary to include some carbohydrafes in the diet? A.Carbohydrates are considered a "complete" nutrient. B. Some carbohydrates contain essential fatty acids. C. Some carbohydrates contain essential amino acids. D. Carbohydrates are the only source of energy for the body. E. Brairn cells require glucose. 50. A diet rich in what vitamins may reduce the chance of free radicals that can cause health problems? A. C and B12 B. C, E, and A C. D and CD. D, C, and E E. B12, C, andE

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47. True. Insoluble fibers add bulk to the stool hleping the stool to pass more quickly through the intestine.

48. True. BMI i.e. body mass index. Normal BMI is between 18.5 and 25. Higher the BMI, higher is the risk of developing conditions related with excess weight like diabetes, liver disease, high cholesterol and high blood pressure etc.

49. Carbohydrates are essential part of our diet because they act as first source of energy for our body. Carbohydrates are not the only source of energy. Carobohydrates, proteins and fats all three provide energy to the body and are consiered macro nutrients.

50. option b: vitamin E, C and A act as antioxidant and reduce free radical formation.

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