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swpotter12

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Why might it be unnecessary for most people to use the glycemic index to monitor carbohydrate intake?
 a. Most people are not at risk of blood sugar abnormalities
  b. Low-glycemic index foods tend to aggravate hypoglycemia in susceptible individuals
  c. Most people exceed their requirements for protein, which limits the effectiveness of the glycemic index
  d. Current dietary guidelines already include many choices that are low- and moderate-glycemic index foods

Question 2

Those groups of people who are at risk for developing marginal nutrient deficiencies and may benefit from taking vitamin supplements include all of the following EXCEPT
 a. vegans.
  b. food faddists.
  c. athletes who are engaged in intense competitive events.
  d. people with low energy intakes, such as habitual dieters and the elderly.



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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

c



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