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tatyanajohnson

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on: Aug 19, 2018
Briefly explain the benefits associated with a high-fiber diet. What advice would you give to a patient during the first few weeks on a high-fiber diet?

Question 2

Which substance is made from cholesterol in the liver?
 A) Antibodies
  B) Glycogen
  C) Bile
  D) Glucose
  E) Insulin


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Reply #1 on: Aug 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

High fiber diets reduce the risk of many disorders including constipation, diabetes, heart disease and weight management. One of the unpleasant side effects is intestinal gas. This can be minimized by slowly adding fiber to the diet of a period of weeks.

Answer to Question 2

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