Low birth weight is defined as weighing ______ at birth, regardless of gestational age.

A dietary pattern rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish may ______ symptoms of depression.

The main factor that influences basal metabolic rate among adults is

Aside from viral infections, the most common cause for diarrhea in young children is

​To support adequate milk production while gradually losing excess weight gained during pregnancy, breastfeeding mothers should consume about ______ extra kilocalories per day (above pre-pregnancy needs).

What is the BMI range associated with the lowest mortality in older adults?

Dietary recommendations for _____ are higher for older adults than for any other population group.

Daily energy needs gradually decline after 30 years of age because

Evelyn is a runner on her high school cross country team. Since the season began, she has felt pressed for time. Sometimes, she skips breakfast to save time in the mornings. She also barely has time for a snack between school and sports. She has lost about 10 pounds since the season began. She also realized she has not had a menstrual period for about three months. Based on these observations, Evelyn should be evaluated for

Vanessa is four years old. For about two weeks, she requested chicken nuggets at every meal. She stubbornly refused to eat other meats and barely touched any other foods on her plate. After two weeks, she forgot all about chicken nuggets and started asking for peanut butter on toast. Which of the following terms describes Vanessa’s feeding behavior?