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What does the body use carbohydrates for?

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What are the most common measures used to assess growth?
 a. Height and weight
  b. Height and head circumference
  c. Height and body mass index
  d. Recumbent length and weight


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Carbohydrates provide energy to cells. Some tissues, most importantly the brain, rely almost exclusively on glucose for energy. There is evidence that certain carbohydrates have health promoting properties and consumption may help prevent chronic disease.

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