Iron-deficiency anemia impairs physical performance because iron helps deliver the muscles' glucose
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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A) optimal power output B) muscular strength C) maximal power output D) muscular endurance
Like most disorders, anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa develop only partly as a result of factors within an individual's control. Discuss other factors thought to contribute to the development of these disorders.
What will be an ideal response?
The severe malnutrition of marasmus:
a. results in low resistance to disease. b. causes increased body temperature. c. is found only in children. d. affects physical development but leaves the brain unaffected.
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. The more water an athlete drinks, the better. 2. Too much of one mineral, such as calcium, Ca2+, can cause a decrease in the absorption and metabolism of another mineral, such as magnesium, Mg2+, leading to an imbalance. 3. To improve bioavailability, it's best to take single mineral supplements alone.