What is hepcidin?
a. A factor in meats that enhances iron absorption
b. An intestinal mucosa protein that assists in iron turnover
c. A substance in legumes that interferes with iron absorption
d. A liver-derived hormone that helps regulate iron absorption and transport
e. A substance produced in the spleen that stores iron
ANS: D
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Which of the following is true of the relationship between poverty and hunger?
a. Hunger and obesity may exist in the same household. b. The highest rates of obesity occur among the wealthiest. c. The provision of food to the poor increases obesity. d. Even people below the poverty line have enough money for food.
It is recommended that proteins comprise between 10 and 35 percent of your daily caloric intake
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
In addition to calcium to support bone growth during adolescence, two other nutrients required to support growth and to ensure healthy pregnancies in teenage girls who might become pregnant are
A. iron and vitamin B12. B. folate and vitamin B12. C. iron and magnesium. D. iron and folate.
As muscle mass increases, energy requirements ____
A) increase B) decrease C) stay the same D) change to using more fat for energy