Which mineral is most likely to be lacking in a vegan diet?
a. Potassium
b. Calcium
c. Sodium
d. Chromium
b
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The protein portion of the lipoprotein that provides structural integrity and allows for receptors to recognize the lipoprotein particle is called:
A. a chylomicron B. an amino acid receptor C. bradykinin D. the fibrinolytic factor E. an apolipoprotein
Magnesium deficiency is most often caused by
A. excessive intakes of sodium and potassium. B. osteopenia or osteoporosis. C. GI disorders that cause prolonged diarrhea or vomiting. D. low dietary intake of magnesium.
Why are some raisins brown-colored and some raisins golden-colored?
a. Dark-colored raisins are darker because of heat treatment, which changes the pH of the fruit, thus darkening it. b. Dark-colored raisins are treated with metal salts. c. Light-colored raisins are often treated with sulfur dioxide, which prevents enzymatic browning. d. Light-colored raisins are treated with ethylene gas to facilitate ripening.
Many of the symptoms of vitamin C deficiency, such as bruising and failure of wounds to heal, are related to the role of vitamin C in the synthesis of ________.
A. collagen B. adrenal hormones C. thyroxin D. calcium and iron