A popular fitness magazine has an article about the health benefits of high-fiber diets. Which of the following credentials indicates that the author is likely to be a reliable source of food and nutrition information?

a. DM
b. MD
c. RD
d. RN
e. MS

The correct answer is option c. RD.

Explanation:

RD stands for Registered Dietitian. A registered dietitian has the appropriate knowledge and expertise and can be considered a subject matter expert in this case, hence they are likely to be a reliable source of information relating to food and nutrition.

DM is a doctor of management or medicine in some cases.

MD is a doctor of Medicine.

RN is a registered nurse.

MS is a master of science.

starvation is bad because your body needs nutrition and to deprive it of nutrition can cause problems with both health and fitness.

explanation:

it can make weight loss slow down over time, but it won't cause someone to gain weight depsite restricting calories. starvation causes weakness in the senses like thirst.