Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)

1. Heme iron animal foods have higher absorption rates than non-heme iron foods.

2. Iron toxicity symptoms from food are rare.

3. Excessive intakes of copper supplements can cause stomach pain and cramps, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, and even liver damage.


1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. TRUE

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