Which of the following is a characteristic of chromium in nutrition?

a. A deficiency leads to hypothyroidism
b. Supplements are well known to be helpful
c. Whole grains represent an excellent source
d. In the body, it enhances the action of ceruloplasmin


c

Nutritional Science

You might also like to view...

The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is _______________, which accounts for approximately 60–80% of cases.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Nutritional Science

All of the following statements describe the consequences of inadequate calcium intake except:

a. All adults lose bone as they grow older, beginning between the ages of 30 and 40. b. Low calcium intakes during the growing years limits the bones' ability to attain peak bone mass. c. By age 30 those with a high peak bone mass will be well protected against age-related bone loss and fractures that can occur later in life. d. A low calcium intake during the growing years will not stunt the child's growth. e. Osteoporosis is characterized by bone loss so severe that common, everyday stresses result in bone fractures.

Nutritional Science

At what age should breastfed infants be offered complementary foods?

a. 1 month b. 3 months c. 6 months d. 9 months e. 1 year

Nutritional Science

Which of the following is NOT a known side effect of having insufficient fat stores?

a. Infertility b. Clinical depression c. Elevated body temperature d. Abnormal hunger regulation

Nutritional Science