Which of the following populations is especially sensitive to the effects of excess sodium intake on blood pressure?

A. Caucasians
B. Hispanics
C. Native-Americans
D. African-Americans


Answer: D

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A) lycopene B) beta-carotene C) retinol D) lutein

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a. substance abuse. b. increased sex drive. c. low bone mass. d. decreased testosterone levels.

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Many diuretics

A. disrupt the activation of vitamin D. B. increase the kidneys' excretion of sodium and potassium. C. increase the excretion of fat-soluble vitamins. D. cause weight gain.

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