Which nutrient deficiency causes viruses to multiply over a longer period of time and to mutate into more pathogenic strains?

A. zinc
B. selenium
C. iron
D. copper


Answer: B

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a. The usual daily dose is 3 to 5 g b. Some people do not respond to creatine supplementation c. An increase in muscle cell water is expected d. All of the above

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