Older women may be at risk for phosphorus deficiency if


Answer: they live alone, eat poorly, and take calcium supplements

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What electrolytes does the body selectively move to where more water is needed in order to maintain fluid balance?

a. Sodium, chloride b. Magnesium, calcium c. Chloride, calcium d. Sodium, magnesium

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The primary purpose of the National Nutrition Monitoring and Related Research Program is to ____

a. provide health care to the community b. obtain information needed to ensure the population's adequate nutrition c. establish Dietary Reference Intakes d. educate the public about nutrition issues that can affect health and development

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In an alkaline medium, the betalain pigment shifts to

a. red. b. yellow. c. white. d. purple. e. green.

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The fuel source for the phosphagen system is

A. glucose. B. glycogen. C. protein. D. creatine phosphate. E. fatty acids.

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