Another term used to describe a food allergy is:
a. food hypersensitivity.
b. food reaction.
c. food concern.
d. food intolerance.
Question 2
Ellen and Jane are roommates who are taking a health and nutrition course at their university. After completing their health family tree projects they each discover that they both have genetic tendencies toward several chronic diseases. Ellen learned that she has a family history of colon cancer, osteoporosis, and hypertension. Jane learned that she has a family history of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. The roommates discuss lifestyle changes that they can make to reduce their risks of developing these chronic diseases. Help Ellen and Jane make the right decisions for taking care of their health and nutrition by answering the following multiple-choice question(s). Ellen would like to be proactive in reducing her risk of cancer. What specific change can she make to her diet to reduce her risk?
A) Decrease her intake of whole grains
B) Increase her alcohol intake
C) Decrease her intake of high-fat and processed meats
D) Increase her intake of whole milk and cheese
A mast cell, which produces the symptoms of a hypersensitivity reaction.
Diagram of the food chain
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Long-term relationships, especially those who are married, having a child