Question 1

Magnesium is related to vitamin D in that

Accepted Answer

A)   magnesium is required for the synthesis of vitamin D in the skin.
B)   magnesium increases the intestinal absorption of vitamin D.
C)   magnesium is required for the activation of vitamin D in the liver.
D)   All of these choices are correct.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

Regarding use of calcium supplements, which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A)   Supplements containing oyster shell and dolomite are safe to use if they are labeled as "purified."
B)   Intakes over 500 milligrams of calcium per dose may interfere with absorption of iron and zinc.
C)   For maximum absorbability, any form of calcium supplements should be taken between meals.
D)   Exceeding the RDA for calcium is beneficial for bone health.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 3

A liter of perspiration lost by the body represents a heat loss of approximately ________ kilocalories.

Accepted Answer

A)   200
B)   400
C)   600
D)   800E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

Choose the factors that promote bone health.

Accepted Answer

A)   Smoking, alcohol, and excessive caffeine intake
B)   Healthy body weight, active lifestyle, and a balanced dietary pattern that includes bone-building nutrients
C)   Female, aging, and high estrogen
D)   Strength training, low estrogen levels, and low protein intakeE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 5

A major source of iodine in the North American diet is

Accepted Answer

A)   seaweed.
B)   sea salt.
C)   table salt.
D)   carbonated soft drinks.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 6

A deficiency of ________ results in impaired glucose tolerance and elevated blood cholesterol.

Accepted Answer

A)   copper
B)   iodine
C)   chromium
D)   ironE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 7

Vitamin C and meat protein ________ nonheme iron absorption.

Accepted Answer

A)   increase
B)   decrease
C)   do not changeD) B) and C)
E) All of the above

Question 8

Consumption of vitamin C

Accepted Answer

A)   enhances absorption of iron.
B)   limits absorption of iron.
C)   does not affect absorption of iron.D) A) and B)
E) A) and C)

Question 9

In North America, iron-deficiency anemia would be least likely in a

Accepted Answer

A)   9-month-old baby boy who has recently started eating solid foods.
B)   3-year-old boy who is a picky eater.
C)   12-year-old girl who is having a growth spurt.
D)   55-year-old postmenopausal woman.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 10

Copper is most similar to ________ in terms of food sources, absorption, and functions.

Accepted Answer

A)   iron
B)   vitamin K
C)   vitamin B-12
D)   folateE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 11

Which of the following foods is highest in selenium?

Accepted Answer

A)   Whole grain bread
B)   Special K cereal
C)   Salmon
D)   TunaE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Exam 9: Water and Minerals

A deficiency of ________ results in impaired glucose tolerance and elevated blood cholesterol.

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A major source of iodine in the North American diet is

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Choose the factors that promote bone health.

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Copper is most similar to ________ in terms of food sources, absorption, and functions.

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Consumption of vitamin C

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In North America, iron-deficiency anemia would be least likely in a

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Regarding use of calcium supplements, which of the following is true?

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Vitamin C and meat protein ________ nonheme iron absorption.

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Which of the following foods is highest in selenium?

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A liter of perspiration lost by the body represents a heat loss of approximately ________ kilocalories.

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Magnesium is related to vitamin D in that

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A deficiency of ________ results in impaired glucose tolerance and elevated blood cholesterol.

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A major source of iodine in the North American diet is

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Choose the factors that promote bone health.

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Copper is most similar to ________ in terms of food sources, absorption, and functions.

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Consumption of vitamin C

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In North America, iron-deficiency anemia would be least likely in a

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Regarding use of calcium supplements, which of the following is true?

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