Why is taking vitamin C ineffective at enhancing iron absorption from standard iron supplements?
a. The iron in the supplement is in a chelated form
b. The iron in the supplement is already in the ferrous form
c. The iron in the supplement binds irreversibly with vitamin C
d. The iron supplement already contains MFP to enhance absorption
b
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A. SIDS B. pica C. edema D. eclampsia
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a. The triglycerides in adipocytes are replaced with water. b. The number of adipocytes decreases. c. The number of adipocytes increases. d. Adipocytes shrink in size.
Gender determines to a great extent where fat is stored
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What is the ultimate goal of carbohydrate digestion?
a. To yield maltose, sucrose, and insoluble fiber b. To yield soluble fiber, lactose, and sucrose c. To yield glucose, sucrose, and maltose d. To yield glucose, fructose, and galactose