Nutrition and Diet Therapy 6th Edition by Carroll Lutz, Erin Mazur , Nancy Litch

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Nutrition and Diet Therapy 6th Edition by Carroll Lutz, Erin Mazur , Nancy Litch

النسخة 6الرقم المعياري الدولي: 978-0803637184

Nutrition and Diet Therapy 6th Edition by Carroll Lutz, Erin Mazur , Nancy Litch

النسخة 6الرقم المعياري الدولي: 978-0803637184

تمرين 1

Which of the following techniques is used to estimate the body's protein stores?
A) Weighing the person under water
B) Measuring midarm circumference
C) Calculating the body mass index
D) Determining triceps skinfolds

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Measuring mid-arm circumference is one of the components of anthropometric science of body measurement in finding out variations in diet status, structure and growth of the body. Stored energy and protein can be gauged specifically through it because majority of proteins are situated in between the elbow and the shoulder. The rationale for this is to monitor the development of a patient regarding nutrition.
Therefore, the correct answer is b.
Weighing a person under water will give out a false weight because of the buoyant forces present in water that acts on the human body in different directions. Hence, option 'a' is incorrect.
Calculating an individual's body mass index determines his/her nutritional status by means of relating his/her height with his/her weight. Hence, option 'c' is incorrect.
Determining triceps skinfolds is used for the measurement of body fats since most of the fats are situated in this area. Hence, the option 'd' is incorrect.