Which of the following INCORRECTLY matches the vitamin with a consequence or concern related to a deficiency of that vitamin?
a. vitamin B12—The risk of deficiency is increased in the elderly.
b. folate—A deficiency during pregnancy increases the risk of neural tube defects in the infant.
c. thiamin—Those who abuse alcohol are at particularly high risk of a deficiency.
d. folate—A deficiency impairs hemoglobin synthesis
Ans: b. folate—A deficiency during pregnancy increases the risk of neural tube defects in the infant.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following statements is true?
A. Caffeinated beverages are recommended for treating a person with heatstroke. B. A person suffering from heat cramps typically has a body temperature of 105º F or higher. C. Heat cramps are muscle spasms that usually occur in the abdomen. D. Having dry, hot, red skin is a sign of heatstroke.
Your old friend from high school has just moved to Northern Canada to do full-time research on bats in caves. She typically works in the caves during the day when the bats are there and leaves at sundown when the bats are active. Since your friend only purchases organic and all-natural foods, which of the following would you most likely advise she buy regularly at the grocery store?
a. Whole-grain bread b. Vitamin D-fortified milk c. Vitamin A-fortified carrot juice d. Omega-3 fatty acid-fortified milk