How are water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins different?

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Water-soluble vitamins, which include vitamin C and the eight B-complex vitamins, are easily absorbed and excreted by the body and need to be consumed daily. The fat-soluble vitamins—A, D, E, and K—are stored in the liver and fatty tissues and thus do not need to be consumed on a daily basis.

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A) potassium deficiency. B) calcium deficiency. C) magnesium deficiency. D) iron deficiency.

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What is the general term for a written or oral instruction regarding one's preferences for medical treatment to be used in the event that one becomes incapacitated?

a. Surrogate b. Advance directive c. Durable power of attorney d. Proxy

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All of the following are guidelines for choosing and using vitamin and mineral supplements EXCEPT:

1. “Purchase supplements labeled ‘USP.’” 2. “Take supplements with meals.” 3. “Consult your healthcare provider before you take supplements to treat a problem.” 4. “Choose supplements containing 150% of the Daily Value or less.”

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Long-chain fatty acids are water soluble and travel freely in blood and lymph

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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