Although Tim's body is not zinc deficient, he takes large doses of zinc because his best friend told him it will enhance his athletic performance. He is likely to experience ________ as a result of this practice.

A. increased hemoglobin production
B. enhanced reproductive system functioning
C. reduced HDL levels
D. enlarged skeletal muscles


Answer: C

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Mary is a 58-year-old woman who is past menopause. In the past three years, she lost 2 inches in height and broke her wrist. Based on this information, Mary's physician should test her forĀ ________.

A. osteoporosis B. osteocarcinoma C. osteomalacia D. osteoarthritis

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Dietary protein must be consumed daily because nitrogen is lost in _____

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The digestion, absorption, and transportation of dietary fat is complicated because the molecules are large and do not mix well with water

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The three most common micronutrient deficiencies affecting people worldwide are iron, iodine, and _____ deficiencies

A. vitamin A B. vitamin B12 C. vitamin D D. vitamin E

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