Zinc is a trace mineral that plays a critical role in
What will be an ideal response?
metabolism, gene expression, and normal growth.
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Which of the following statements is true concerning vitamin supplements?
A. Vitamin/mineral overdoses result in about 1,000 fatalities in the United States each year. B. National brands of supplements are more expensive, but have less impurities, thus, they are a more prudent choice. C. A megadose is generally defined as an amount ten times the RDA, although it is sometimes lower for certain vitamins. D. You should buy supplements containing 200 percent of the RDA for all vitamins and minerals.
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, ________ is a nutrient of public health concern for pregnant women.
A. iron B. chromium C. magnesium D. chloride
Dietary recommendations for women with PCOS emphasize:
a. whole grains, fruits, and vegetables high in antioxidants. b. lean sources of protein. c. high-glycemic index carbohydrate sources. d. All of the above e. a and b only
The Tolerable Upper Limit for a nutrient is the
A. minimum amount of the nutrient that can be tolerated on an empty stomach when consumed as a dietary supplement. B. precise amount proven to cure the nutrient's deficiency disorder in humans. C. highest average amount that is unlikely to harm most people when consumed daily. D. amount that meets the nutrient needs of 98% of the population.