High-fiber diets can impair the absorption of trace minerals.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
TRUE statement
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Which of the following statements regarding consumer nutrition is false?
a. Dietary supplements include vitamins, minerals, amino acids, herbals and botanicals, and various extracts and metabolites b. Genetically modified foods may be designed to increase the content of a specific nutrient c. Organic foods are healthier than conventional foods because they contain fewer bacteria and substantially more healthful nutrients d. Various products in foods may cause food intolerance or food allergies in susceptible individuals
Damon has a chronic illness, and to treat the condition, he takes an antibiotic every day. Despite his illness, Damon's diet is nutritionally adequate, and he exercises regularly. Based on this information, Damon may need to ________.
A. take a dietary supplement that contains vitamin K B. consume fewer foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids C. reduce his protein intake D. eat more vitamin-C rich foods
Reduced stomach acidity associated with advancing age most likely impairs the absorption of what nutrient?
a. magnesium b. sodium c. vitamin B12 d. vitamin C
Fats are an important energy source for the body, especially during __________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).