What factor in breast milk binds iron and prevents it from supporting the growth of the infant's intestinal bacteria?

a. Colostrum b. Lactoferrin
c. Hemoferritin d. Bifidus factor


b

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Which of the following is true about the let-down reflex?

A. It can be inhibited by anxiety or nervous tension. B. It is needed to make milk available to the infant. C. After a few weeks of breastfeeding, it becomes automatic. D. All the these statements are true.

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Sam works out at the gym lifting weights two to three hours daily.  Despite his intense workout routine, Sam feels his body is still too small and not muscular enough.  Based on this information, Sam may have ________.

A. bulimia nervosa B. diabulimia C. orthorexia D. muscle dysmorphia

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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