Which of the following is known to regulate the absorption of zinc?

a. Metallothionein in the intestinal cells
b. Zinc-releasing enzymes in the intestinal mucosa
c. Pancreatic juice containing zinc-absorption enhancers
d. Bile acids, which form a complex with zinc to promote its absorption


a

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A. elderly individuals B. endurance trained individuals C. resistance trained individuals D. untrained individuals

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