Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies - Standalone book (MindTap Course List)
14th Edition
ISBN: 9781305627994
Author: Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney
Publisher: Brooks Cole
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Chapter 14, Problem 12SC
In research, which of the following is associated with a longer life span in many species?
a. energy restriction
b. superoxide dismutase
c. omega-3 fatty acids
d. none of the above
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Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies - Standalone book (MindTap Course List)
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