According to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, ________ is a "nutrient of public health concern."
A. zinc
B. phosphorus
C. iron
D. fluoride
Answer: C
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A. the availability of wet nurses as an alternative to banked milk B. a resurgence of tuberculosis C. HIV D. risks related to donors who might use drugs E. increasing demand
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Polyphenols as well as oxalates in tea and coffee inhibit the body's absorption of iron, increasing bioavailability. 2. Vitamin C enhances the absorption of iron from plant foods. 3. Animal protein from meat, fish, and poultry enhances zinc absorption; and vitamin D enhances calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium absorption.
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b. staff retention becomes more difficult. c. patient care workload increases so additional staff need to be hired. d. more time is spent reviewing legal matters.
________ replacement after menopause greatly reduces bone loss in women.
A. Calcium B. Calcitonin C. Calcitriol D. Estrogen