Thiamin is involved in ____
a. formation of red blood cells
b. blood coagulation
c. collagen formation
d. energy release from carbohydrates
e. formation of mucopolysaccharides
d
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A) It protects the esophagus from gluten. B) It protects the esophagus from gastric reflux. C) It protects the stomach lining from bile. D) It protects the stomach lining from acidic gastric juices.
Drinking alcohol at a rate of two drinks per hour allows the liver adequate time to metabolize the alcohol completely
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What choice INCORRECTLY pairs the signs and symptoms of deficiency with the correct vitamin?
a. vitamin A—blindness b. vitamin D—poor bone development c. vitamin E—impaired immune function d. vitamin K—increased risk of cancer
Which of the following is a feature of iron nutrition?
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