What best explains why the needs for iron increase in adolescent girls??
A) ?They burn more kcalories than adolescent boys.
B) ?Their intakes of vitamin C are usually higher.
C) ?They lose iron through menstruation.
D) ?They are less likely to engage in team sports.
C
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a. carbohydrate b. added sugar c. fat d. fiber e. alcohol
Which group of individuals has the highest requirement for folate?
A. adolescent males B. infants C. pregnant women D. the elderly
What is the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) for zinc for adults?
a. 20 mg b. 40 mg c. 80 mg d. 120 mg e. 160 mg
Rosa, age 84, is unable to care for herself at home. She had a stroke 6 months ago and is in the nursing home. She requires total care by the nursing staff. ?
Rosa has developed anemia. State causes and dietary recommendations.