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cabate

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A patient using bilberry for diarrhea asks why it is effective. What is the most appropriate re-sponse of the health care provider?
 
  a. Paregoric
  b. Chalk
  c. Pectin
  d. Kaolin

Question 2

Which of the following foods are considered to be excellent dietary sources of vitamin A? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Liver
  b. Cereals
  c. Fish
  d. Butter
  e. Egg whites
  f. Dark molasses


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Pectin is a soluble fiber that counteracts diarrhea by acting as an antioxidant and preventing damage to small blood vessels.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, D
Rich sources of vitamin A include liver, kidney, fish, liver oils, cream, butter, whole milk, whole-milk cheese, fortified margarine, skim milk, and skim-milk products.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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