_____ is a protein complex that stores iron and releases it only when it is needed
A) Transferrin
B) Ferritin
C) Hemoglobin
D) Myoglobin
B
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What assessment tool is designed to measure how well a diet meets the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines?
a. Healthy Eating Index b. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program c. Dietitian's Comparative Effectiveness Plan d. U.S. Public Health Nutrient Assessment Barometer e. U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (Forge) Guide
ATP is converted into ________ when the last high-energy bond on the ATP molecule is cleaved.
A. adenosine B. ADP C. AMP D. NAD
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Goitrogens are substances in food that promote the utilization of iodine by the thyroid gland, resulting in goiter. 2. Legumes are excellent sources of molybdenum which functions as a cofactor for protein synthesis, including DNA and RNA. Molybdenum is not toxic and a dietary deficiency symptoms have not been reported in humans. 3. Manganese assists enzymes involved in energy metabolism and functions as an antioxidant and in the synthesis of bone. Individuals who eat peas and beans, nuts, and whole grains have adequate manganese consumption.
A high intake of fat is associated with some types of cancer.
a. true b. false