Are major minerals more important than microminerals?
What will be an ideal response?
The amount of a mineral is not related to its importance in the body. Trace minerals are needed in smaller amounts than major minerals but a deficiency or toxicity in either mineral is important because it may express deficiency or toxicity symptoms.
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a. loss of body cell mass. b. increased carbohydrate metabolism. c. increased appetite. d. loss of hair.
What are the consequences of food insecurity in poor countries?
John just turned 9 years old and has had his weight and height carefully measured. He weighs 80 pounds (lbs.) and his height is 4 feet, 6 inches. What is his BMI?
A) 10 kg/m2 B) 15.5 kg/m2 C) 19.2 kg/m2 D) 32.2 kg/m2
Generally, ________ are the best sources of folate.
A. fruits B. green leafy vegetables C. poultry and seafood D. milk and dairy products