Sugars, amino acids, and fatty acids are absorbed into the body.

Most of the water-soluble vitamins are bound to blood proteins for transport.

Low maternal folate intake increases the risk of birth defects called neural tube defects.

The best post-exercise foods for marathon runners contain

Excess calories that are consumed as carbohydrate or protein can be used to synthesize fatty acids.

Canned and dried fruit are not as nutritious as fresh fruit, and should be avoided in a healthy diet.

The gastric pits produce each of the following EXCEPT

The slow movement of food stuff through the _____ favors the growth of microflora.

The ability of the body to store excess triglycerides is theoretically limitless.

Nutrigenomics explores the interaction between genetic variation and nutrition.