Why are there no Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) established for carotenoids?
a. They are not essential for humans.
b. There is insufficient evidence to document safe levels of intake for children and adults.
c. There is insufficient evidence to support their essentiality beyond their role as vitamin A precursors.
d. Carotenodermia is not considered dangerous and is reversible.
c
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Which of the following accurately describes minerals?
a. When a food is burned, all the minerals are found in the ash. b. The body absorbs each mineral from foods in much the same way. c. Minerals in food can be destroyed by acid. d. The body needs about 200 milligrams of each trace mineral each day. e. Major minerals are more important than trace minerals.
While fiber has many benefits, it does not aid in _____
a. weight management b. lowering the risk of type 2 of diabetes c. overall health of the gastrointestinal tract d. the prevention of osteoporosis e. regulating cholesterol
Vitamin _______________ is required as a cofactor for one of the enzymes needed for the conversion of L-dopa to dopamine
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
All of the following are examples of successful efforts to reduce malnutrition EXCEPT:
1.vitamin A supplements and education. 2.iodization of salt. 3.introduction of MacDonald’s fast food into many developing countries. 4.fortification of flour with iron.