Author Question: Chronic diarrhea is usually caused by a. foodborne pathogens. b. inadequate protein intake. c. ... (Read 46 times)

jayhills49 · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

Chronic diarrhea is usually caused by

a. foodborne pathogens.
b. inadequate protein intake.
c. intestinal irritation or malabsorption.
d. excessive intake of dietary fiber.

Question 2

Anorexia can be caused by many medications. One of the ways medication can cause anorexia is to decrease the ability to taste. What is one of the recommendations to improve intake in an anorexic if this is occurring?

A) Avoid tart flavors.
B) Change the medication so it does not affect the taste.
C) Enhance food flavors with sweet seasonings.
D) Use strong seasonings on your food.

aruss1303 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Chronic diarrhea is usually caused by gastrointestinal irritation or malabsorption. Foodborne pa-thogens are a common cause of acute diarrhea. Inadequate protein intake and excessive intake of dietary fiber do not usually cause diarrhea.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
Serving food attractively and seasoned accordingly to individual taste can help. If the anorexia is due to the inability to taste, then the use of tart or strong seasonings are encouraged.