Which factors increase iron bioavailability?

What will be an ideal response?


Sufficient hydrochloric acid in the stomach; heme iron in foods; increased need for iron due to blood loss, pregnancy, or growth; vitamin C in the small intestine at the same time; and the presence of MFP factor (meat, fish, poultry).

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The formation of glucose from glycogen is an example of:

a. glycolysis. b. anabolism. c. oxidation. d. catabolism.

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What is the dietary benefit of golden rice?

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Overcooking a food is least likely to affect which of the following groups of nutrients?

a. Vitamins b. Minerals c. Proteins d. Carbohydrates

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A formula with an osmolality greater than that of blood serum is known as a(n)

a. isotonic formula. b. hypertonic formula. c. enteral formula. d. complete formula.

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