Which population subgroups are likely to have low magnesium levels?
What will be an ideal response?
Persons who take certain diuretics can cause the body to lose too much magnesium, those who take tetracycline which inhibits the absorption; those with poorly controlled diabetes; and chronic alcohol abusers.
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a. vitamins. b. carbohydrates. c. fats. d. enzymes.
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A. height B. age C. weight D. two of the above
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A) 1.5 g of protein B) 2 g of protein C) 1.2 g of protein D) 1.8 g of protein
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A) cytoplasm. B) mitch. C) organelle. D) mitchondria.