Joe has iron overload and visited a nutritionist to find out more about this condition. Which statement about iron overload is incorrect?
a. Infectious bacteria thrive on the iron-rich blood characteristic of iron overload.
b. It is more common in men than in women.
c. Tissue damage, especially in organs such as the pancreas, results from this condition.
d. Extra iron supplements should not be taken unless advised by a physician.
c
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a. A measure of how much muscle mass an athlete should have b. A method of measuring body composition c. A formula that predicts the best weight for performance and health d. A number that represents a weight-to-height ratio
What is the recommended fluid intake for exercise lasting more than 60 minutes?
a) Water is the only fluid needed. b) Beverages containing a small amount of carbohydrate and electrolytes. c) Beverages containing at least 30 grams of digestible carbohydrate per cup. d) Fresh fruit juices and noncarbonated soft drinks are recommended.
Which condition would most likely be a possible cause of malabsorption?
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