Which of the following decreases the absorption of zinc and iron?
A) dietary fat B) oxalic acid C) lactose D) vitamin C
B
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When cooking broccoli, keep the lid off for the first few minutes of cooking to allow the volatile organic acids to escape.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Jose Salazar has been hospitalized following a motor vehicle accident. He has several broken bones, including his left jaw, two ribs on the left side, and a compound fracture of his left leg. According to his medical record, he is 47 years old, his height is 5'9", and his weight is 171 pounds. His current medications include lovastatin to lower his cholesterol and an MAO inhibitor to treat
depression. Mr. Salazar will need a higher _____ intake to meet his nutritional needs for recovery. a. potassium b. kcalorie c. iron d. vegetable