Consumption of high levels of folate supplements can mask deficiency of

A) vitamin B6. B) vitamin B12. C) niacin. D) iron.


B

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Monosaccharides have 6 carbon atoms and are called _____ sugars

a. pentose b. hexose c. xylose d. ribose

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Patrice is a first-time mother who is newly pregnant. She and her husband Seth are excited about their new baby on the way. Patrice is a small-framed woman who, based on her doctor's BMI charts, is categorized as underweight. Patrice is also an elite swimmer and runner. She has been working out for the majority of her adult life. Patrice and Seth are both very aware of the importance of good

nutrition and the role it plays in health and quality of life. However, they are both unsure of nutrition recommendations for pregnancy and want to provide the best nutrition possible for the new baby. Answer the following question(s) to help Patrice and Seth understand the nutrition recommendations for pregnancy and infancy. Patrice and Seth both follow a very healthy eating plan. Regardless of their good nutrition, what specific nutrient might Patrice need to supplement during the second and third trimester? A) Zinc B) Calcium C) Iron D) Folate

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Which process is associated with the presence of fat in the GI tract?

A) ?inhibition of mucosal enzyme activities B) ?slowing of digestion and absorption C) ?inhibition of thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin absorption D) ?stimulation and hastening of digestion and absorption

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Plants store glucose as starch because:

a. animals cannot digest starch b. the starch can be washed away by rain. c. starch is soluble in water. d. glucose is soluble in water. e. starch holds more energy per gram.

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