Of the two forms of iron found in foods, nonheme iron is more reliably absorbed than is heme iron
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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a. 1–2 b. 3–4 c. 5–6 d. 7–8 e. 9–10
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a. Vitamin C is a difficult vitamin to obtain from food. b. Low vitamin C intake from food is rare. c. Vitamin C intake generally reflects fruit and vegetable intake. d. Vitamin C intake generally reflects energy intake.
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A. all caffeine-containing foods and beverages should be avoided for at least 2 to 4 days before the competition B. large doses of bicarbonate counter the acid production in the stomach C. carbohydrate-loading may benefit performance D. carnitine supplements have proven to improve the use of fatty acids as muscle fuel
Which of the following techniques would be the LEAST likely to reduce the chance of a cancer patient experiencing nausea and vomiting?
a. Providing the patient a clear liquid diet. b. Cooking the patient's food in a microwave oven. c. Offering the patient a favorite food or dish. d. Providing the patient small, low-fat meals.