The need for iron is greater in ___.
a. men who engage in strenuous physical activity
b. menopausal women
c. people who use tobacco
d. women during pregnancy
Answer: d. women during pregnancy
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A. 1416 B. 1528 C. 1752 D. 2195 E. 2450
A major feature of therapeutic lifestyle changes (TLC) recommended for treatment of high blood cholesterol is:
a. avoiding all foods that contain cholesterol. b. reducing sodium intake to less than 2 g/day. c. limiting total fat intake to less than 30% of energy intake. d. limiting saturated fat intake to less than 7% of energy intake.
Keshan disease results from eating foods grown in selenium-rich soils
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Kate is shopping for an iron supplement. To enhance absorption, which of the following iron forms will her dietitian suggest she look for on the label of the product she chooses?
a. Ferric b. Ferrous c. Ferrite d. Ferryte