When teaching a basic nutrition class, you ask students to list micronutrients. Which of these is not categorized as a micronutrient?

a. chromium
b. beta carotene
c. calcium
d. glucose


Answer: d. glucose

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A) Regular consumption of fortified foods increases the risk of exceeding the Tolerable Upper Intake Levels of a specific nutrient. B) Foods are regularly fortified to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as osteoporosis, cancer, and heart disease. C) Some foods are being fortified to enhance sales appeal. D) Foods that are fortified do not have to list information about the amount of the nutrient(s) added to the food.

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A. 30 minutes B. 2 hours C. 4 hours D. 8 hours E. 12 hours

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A. carnitine B. glucagon C. raffinose D. ribose E. amylopectin

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