One danger in using nonfood supplementation of nutrients is
a. Increased absorption of all vitamins
b. Development of pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH)
c. Increased caloric intake
d. Toxic effects on the fetus
D
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A Supplements do not have better absorption than natural vitamins and minerals.
B There is no relationship between supplements and PIH.
C Supplements do not contain calories.
D The use of supplements in addition to food may increase the intake of some nutrients to
doses much higher than the recommended amounts. Overdoses of some nutrients have
been shown to cause fetal defects.
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