Ascorbic acid, or _______, enhances the absorption of nonheme iron.

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


Ans: vitamin C

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

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_______________ is a procedure that removes excessive and toxic by-products of metabolism from the blood, thus performing the filtrating function of the kidneys.

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

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? PS is an 87-year-old male admitted to a hospital for stomach pain. He has mild breathing problems and complains of fatigue and chronic stomach upset, for which he takes a daily antacid. While hospitalized, a physician has determined that PS has megaloblastic anemia. What should PS consider adding to his diet to potentially help with his condition?

A. asparagus B. beef liver C. kidney beans D. citrus fruits E. broccoli

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The living loans program of Heifer International embodies the organization's philosophy of sustainability because

A. a gift of livestock from Heifer International to a community is repaid by the community gifting the offspring of the livestock to another community. B. a gift of livestock from Heifer International to a community is repaid by the community selling food from the slaughter of the livestock to another community. C. a gift of livestock from Heifer International to a community is repaid by the community giving the offspring back to the organization.

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