Iron is important in the body because it is:
a. needed for blood clotting.
b. an integral part of bones and teeth.
c. an antioxidant.
d. an integral constituent of hemoglobin.
d
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A serving of food contains 25 g carbohydrate, 10 g protein, 8 g fat, 5 mg vitamin iron, and 4 oz of water. Based on this information, a serving of this food supplies ________ kcal.
A. 456 B. 335 C. 246 D. 212
The leading cause of accidental ingestion fatalities among children is an overdose of:
a. iron. b. vitamin D. c. zinc. d. niacin.
Which activity may increase the risk of development of dental caries?
A. drinking liquid while eating B. eating whole grain bread C. chewing sugarless gum D. sipping sugared beverages for prolonged periods E. consuming fresh fruit
What does a DEXA scan measure?
a. Bone mineral density b. Severity of bone microfractures c. Effect of sodium and potassium supplements d. Calcium and water balance e. Movement of calcium throughout the body