A reduced secretion of hydrochloric acid often seen in older adults can result in a(n)
A) reduced absorption of potassium. B) increased absorption of vitamin B12.
C) reduced absorption of calcium. D) increased absorption of vitamin C.
C
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Which nutrient has deficiency symptoms of fatigue, glossitis, tingling and numbness in the hands and feet?
What will be an ideal response?
Jared Joiner is a 56-year-old African American insurance agent. He is single, eats most meals at restaurants, leads a sedentary lifestyle, and drinks 3-4 beers a day. He is 5'9" tall and weighs 204 pounds (BMI 30). Mr. Joiner has been feeling particularly fatigued lately and decided to make an appointment with his physician for a check-up. The results of his laboratory tests include a fasting
blood glucose level of 121 mg/dL.How many risk factors does Mr. Joiner have for type 2 diabetes? a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5 e. 6
The vitamin supplement that is considered to have the lowest risk but highest benefit is:
a. vitamin A. b. retinol. c. folic acid. d. vitamin B12.
Which of the following words or phrases is not one of the "four Cs" of food safety?
A) cleaning hands and produce B) chopping foods properly C) combating cross-contamination D) cooking foods thoroughly