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robinn137

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Robert is being treated for hypertension with a diuretic. This is most likely to affect his nutritional status via
 a. food intake. b. absorption.
  c. digestion. d. excretion.

Question 2

With few exceptions, which of the following characteristics are NOT shared by water-soluble and water-insoluble fibers?
 a. They are found only in plant-derived foods
  b. They consist primarily of nonstarch polysaccharides
  c. Neither has an appreciable effect on glucose absorption
  d. Their consumption enhances stool formation and elimination



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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

c



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