Which of the following athletes would be LEAST likely to develop iron deficiency?

A. a female marathon runner
B. a male distance swimmer
C. a male basketball player who is a vegan
D. a female gymnast


Answer: B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Mrs. Z is a 76 year old female who is seen by the internal medicine physician because she has been feeling very depressed. She also gets chronic migraines. The physician takes a full history from Mrs. Z, which reveals that several medications have been prescribed to her by a variety of specialists. It seems that each specialist neglected to pay attention to the meds that Mrs. Z was prescribed by

her other doctors and the potential drug-nutrient interactions. She also takes some daily health supplements. The physician's notes are as follows: Current Meds / Supplements Reason for Prescribing / Taking St. John's wort ............................... she read in a magazine that this helps with depression Slow Fe (iron supplement) ............ for prior anemia Warfarin ......................................... history of embolic stroke Omeprazole ................................... history of peptic ulcer Tums ............................................. chronic upset stomach Amoxicillin ................................... recent respiratory infection Doxazosin ..................................... incontinence Allegra .......................................... seasonal allergies Lipitor ........................................... high cholesterol Vitamin E ...................................... she heard it was good for heart disease Typical Daily Diet Breakfast: eggs, bacon, ½ grapefruit, fresh orange juice Lunch: hotdogs, sausages, or pepperoni sub, sliced tomatoes, cold tea Dinner: cooked spinach, chicken breast, mashed potatoes, hot tea Considering Mrs. Z is taking Allegra and Lipitor, which element of her diet is a concern for a negative drug-nutrient interaction? a. hot tea b. eggs c. deli meats d. grapefruit e. spinach

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Which nutrient stimulates peristalsis when present?

a. Protein b. Fiber c. Vitamins d. Starch e. Fat

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The best dietary intervention for a cancer patient experiencing a metallic taste is to

a. serve meat very warm. b. use poultry, fish, or eggs for protein. c. avoid all foods containing protein. d. provide mouth care after meals.

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