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For all ages, there are 9 “shortfall” nutrients which include Vitamins A, C, ___, E, folate, ____, magnesium, ____, and ____.

A

Vitamins A, C, D, E, folate, CALCIUM, magnesium, POTASSIUM, and FIBER.

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There are two nutrients that are overconsumed in the US: ____ ____and ____.

A

SATURATED FAT and SODIUM.

3
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Moderate physical activity = _____ x 2.

A

VIGOROUS

4
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Hazard ratio = comparison of experimental groups vs control group, where the control group is assigned a hazard ratio of ____.

A

control is assigned a hazard ratio of 1.

5
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It is thought that alcohol consumption in moderation can reduce mortality, as moderate intake raises ____ and prevents its decline.

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Raises HDL and prevents its decline.