INTRODUCTION TO FOOD TECHNOLOGY
FOOD SCIENCE VS FOOD TECHNOLOGY
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Question
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The doctor tells you that you have high blood pressure. He suggests you limit sodium in your diet. This is an example of both physical and intellectual influences on your food choices:(FNW-3)
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TRUE
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FALSE
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Salt intake of less than 5 grams per day for adults helps to reduce blood pressure and risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke and coronary heart attack. The principal benefit of lowering salt intake is a corresponding reduction in high blood pressure.
Detailed explanation-2: -The American Heart Association recommends no more than 2, 300 milligrams (mgs) a day and an ideal limit of no more than 1, 500 mg per day for most adults, especially for those with high blood pressure. Even cutting back by 1, 000 mg a day can improve blood pressure and heart health.
Detailed explanation-3: -High sodium consumption can raise blood pressure, and high blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke.
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