All of the following are true regarding flavonoids EXCEPT:
a. they were originally called vitamin P.
b. they give red wines and dark teas a bitter taste.
c. they decrease HDL-cholesterol.
d. over 4000 have been identified.
Question 2
Karl is taking a nutrition class and has decided that his diet needs improvement. He has learned about many different types of foods, nutrients, and health problems associated with the diet. Some of Karl's biggest dietary concerns include losing body fat, increasing dietary fiber, and decreasing his late-night snacking. Karl normally skips breakfast to be able to sleep the extra 15 minutes before running to his first class of the day. His first meal of the day is around 3 p.m. and consists of convenient foods found in the university union such as Chinese food, a burger and fries, or a few slices of pizza and a cola. After his afternoon lunch he relaxes with friends who often play video or computer games. Around 8:30 p.m. Karl and his friend order take-out or drive to the nearby fast-food restaurant for a tasty meal before starting to study. Throughout his night time studying Karl snacks on potato chips, pretzels, and more cola. Karl's bed time is around 1 a.m. Overall, what is the best strategy to help Karl meet his nutrition and health goals?
A) Take a nutrition course
B) Make a major overhaul in your diet and lifestyle
C) Select a single, specific dietary or lifestyle change that will be easy to accomplish
D) Start eating breakfast, only have salads for lunch, stop playing video games with friends, start going to the gym 5-6 times per week, and start cooking homemade meals every evening.
A true albino squirrel. Note the pink eyes.
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True Dover Sole
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