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Which of the following is the BEST way to ensure you are receiving the best possible nutrition?

  • Taking vitamin supplements
  • Eating a wide variety of foods (correct)
  • Skipping meals
  • Eating only meat

Which of the following is a reason that a drug may not receive FDA approval?

  • The drug has too many side effects
  • The drug is ineffective (correct)
  • The drug is popular
  • The drug is expensive

How much money is wasted on fraudulent health products each year in the US?

Billions of dollars

Product testimonials are very reliable.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is ultimately up to the buyer to avoid fraud.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using evidence to dispel myths or false beliefs is one way to move closer to evidence-based practice.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Office of Regulator Affairs is a part of which federal organization?

<p>FDA (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A fallacy is a __________.

<p>false or mistaken idea often based on illogical or invalid reasoning and facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

One responsibility of the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research is to work with product marketers.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Doing sit-ups will not reduce belly fat because __________.

<p>sit-ups do not burn enough calories to reduce fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Nutritional Practices

  • Consuming a wide variety of foods ensures optimal nutrition.

FDA Drug Approval

  • A drug may not receive FDA approval if it is ineffective.

Health Product Fraud

  • The United States wastes billions of dollars annually on fraudulent health products.

Reliability of Testimonials

  • Product testimonials are generally unreliable.

Consumer Responsibility

  • It is the responsibility of the buyer to avoid falling for fraud.

Evidence-Based Practice

  • Utilizing evidence to counteract myths and misconceptions is essential for progress towards evidence-based practices.

Regulatory Body

  • The Office of Regulator Affairs is a component of the FDA (Food and Drug Administration).

Definition of Fallacy

  • A fallacy is defined as a false or mistaken idea often derived from illogical reasoning or invalid facts.

Responsibilities of CDER

  • The Center for Drug Evaluation and Research does not collaborate with product marketers.

Exercise and Fat Loss

  • Performing sit-ups will not effectively reduce belly fat, as they do not burn sufficient calories to eliminate fat.

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