Tryptophan can be used in the body to synthesize
a. FAD. b. biotin.
c. niacin. d. inositol.
c
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The majority of the body's iron is found in
A. ferritin. B. hemoglobin. C. ferroportin. D. transferrin.
Where do more than 60% of the body's T lymphocytes reside?
a. liver b. spleen c. GI tract d. lymph glands e. bone marrow
What is thought to be the most important nutrition concern for people with Alzheimer's disease?
a. Maintenance of appropriate body weight b. Ensuring adequate intakes of antioxidant nutrients and DHA c. Monitoring intake of medications that may interfere with nutrient bioavailability d. Treatment for iron overload to prevent formation of new neurofibrillary tangles e. Taking vitamin and mineral supplements appropriate for dementia treatment
Adolescent women may fail to reach peak bone mass for all of the following reasons EXCEPT
a. their intakes of milk decline during their growth spurts. b. lactose intolerance begins to intensify during the teenage years. c. the requirements for calcium are relatively high during this life stage. d. their low physical activity levels provide little stimulus for enhancing bone mass and calcium retention.