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The chief protein that is present in most connective tissues, including scars, ligaments, and tendons, is:

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, people should increase their total trans fat intake to maintain good health. 

A young man says that he is consuming much more protein in his diet than the recommended amount. He feels that he needs the extra amount just in case he wants to build more muscle mass in the near future. How would you respond to him?

Which of the following statements is true of fat hardness?

A person with a heart disease is told to make some diet and lifestyle changes. He states, “I know that I should make changes because my father and brother both died of heart attacks. But I really like to have my big steaks for dinner.” Which stage of behavior change does this example represent

George is a 35-year-old athlete using nutrient supplements to give him a competitive advantage. Which of the following nutrient intake recommendations would you suggest that George become familiar with to make sure he isn’t taking too much of any one supplement?

The bottom portion of the Nutrition Facts panel on a food package:

All of the following foods are major contributors of healthful fatty acids except: 

Cells need only water and no nutrients to function properly.

Phytochemicals found in foods are important because: