Which of the following is a function of hepcidin?
a. Regulation of blood pressure
b. Regulation of iron metabolism
c. Production and release of histamine
d. Binds dead or dying cells to activate certain immune responses
b
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that longevity depends _____ percent on lifestyle factors and 19 percent on genetics.
A. 10 B. 19 C. 44 D. 51 E. 81
List 3 differences between fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins.
What will be an ideal response?
During digestion, hydrochloric acid (HCl) produced in the stomach begins the process of
A. carbohydrate digestion. B. denaturing proteins. C. fat emulsification. D. neutralizing acidic chyme.
Which vitamin plays a key role as a hormone in combating chronic inflammation and helps build strong bones?
a. vitamin A b. vitamin D c. vitamin C d. thiamin e. biotin