The following statements describe the reason why water is most essential nutrient, except: A. Water makes up about 60% of the adult human weight and is not caloric. B. Essential nutrients are dissolved in water. C. Water regulates body temperature. D. Water is needed for various metabolic processes in the body.

The following statements describe the reason why water is most essential nutrient, except: A. Water makes up about 60% of the adult human weight and is not caloric. B. Essential nutrients are dissolved in water. C. Water regulates body temperature. D. Water is needed for various metabolic processes in the body.

Ebk:Nutrition & Diet Therapy

10th Edition

ISBN:9780357391747

Author:DEBRUYNE

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Chapter8: The Vitamins

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