Which health claim on a food label is NOT allowed?
a) Diets low in fat and rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of some types of cancer.
b) Diets rich in vitamin C will reduce the incidence of colds and flu.
c) Adequate calcium intake throughout life helps maintain bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
d) Diets high in sodium may increase the risk of high blood pressure in some people.
Ans: b) Diets rich in vitamin C will reduce the incidence of colds and flu.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
A research study funded by a company that stands to benefit from a positive assessment is an
example of a A) single blind. B) conflict of interest. C) double blind. D) placebo effect.
Which of the following foods provides iron in the most absorbable form?
a. Rice b. Spinach c. Chicken d. Orange juice
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Trace minerals act as cofactors within enzyme systems, contribute to hormones, maintain red blood cells, and are part of the structure of bones and teeth. 2. Hemochromatosis, a genetic disorder in which individuals absorb too much dietary iron, can cause iron overload. To compensate for this abnormality, persons with hemochromatosis need to consume more than usual amounts of iron and vitamin C. 3. The absorption of iron is controlled by iron status, the molecular form of the iron, and types of foods eaten together.