A deficiency of which nutrient has been associated with convulsions and dermatitis in infants?

A) folate B) vitamin B6
C) vitamin B12 D) pantothenic acid


B

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A. overdose of vitamin D B. deficiency of biotin C. deficiency of vitamin C D. overdose of vitamin D  E. deficiency of choline 

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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To lessen the risk of food allergies in infants, you can:

a. breastfeed your infant. b. choose a soy-based infant formula. c. offer cow's milk before they turn 1 d. All of the above e. a and b only

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Which of the following food preservation methods treats the food with a high amount of energy that destroys the genetic material of pathogens?

A. Chilling B. Irradiating C. Canning D. Drying

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