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Which mineral is part of vitamin B12?


A) copper
B) cobalt
C) nickel
D) vanadium

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Which one of the following percentages represents how well heme iron is absorbed?


A) 7 percent
B) 10 percent
C) 15 percent
D) 25 percent

E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

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Which of the following percentages of North American toddlers, adolescent girls, and women of childbearing age suffer from iron-deficiency anemia?


A) 10 percent
B) 12 percent
C) 14 percent
D) 16 percent

E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

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How does a person respond to high blood levels of hepcidin??


A) by decreasing iron absorption
B) by increasing iron absorption
C) by decreasing zinc absorption
D) by increasing zinc absorption

E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

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Which condition is commercially available zinc-containing lozenges advertised to be effective against?


A) fatigue
B) vitamin A toxicity
C) the common cold
D) slowing of the BMR

E) All of the above
F) None of the above

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Which of the following is known to result from excessive zinc intake?


A) irritability
B) exhaustion
C) nerve cell damage
D) excess urination

E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

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Which one of the following numbers indicates a typical woman's total monthly blood loss?


A) 0.5 mg
B) 1.0 mg
C) 1.5 mg
D) 2 mg

E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

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Which of the following statements illustrates the relationship between zinc and iron?


A) Good food sources include dairy products.
B) Proteins in the blood are needed for their transport.
C) Severe deficiencies lead to delay in the onset of puberty.
D) Doses of 10 times the RDA may cause death in children.

E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

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What factors are known to reduce or enhance iron absorption?

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Which of the following conditions is a common side effect from taking iron supplements?


A) itching
B) diarrhea
C) constipation
D) black tongue

E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

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Which of the following minerals is a cofactor in the formation of hemoglobin?


A) iodine
B) copper
C) sodium
D) calcium

E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

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Approximately how much iron would be provided by a balanced diet supplying 2000 kcalories?


A) 3 mg
B) 6 mg
C) 12 mg
D) 30 mg

E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

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Which of the following foods provides iron in the most absorbable form?


A) rice
B) spinach
C) chicken
D) orange juice

E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

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Explain the deficiency and toxicity of copper.

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What percent of the RDA for iron is consumed by the typical woman?


A) 33 percent
B) 67 percent
C) 100 percent
D) 130 percent

E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

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What is the chief function of hemosiderin?


A) storage of excess body iron
B) inhibition of hemoglobin synthesis
C) enhancement of heme iron absorption
D) enhancement of non-heme iron absorption

E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

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Discuss the important unanswered questions concerning functional foods.

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Which one of the following is considered a heavy metal?


A) iron
B) copper
C) silver
D) cadmium

E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

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Choose any 3 trace elements and discuss their major functions, deficiency symptoms, toxicity symptoms, and food sources.

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Sure, here are three trace elements and their major functions, deficiency symptoms, toxicity symptoms, and food sources: 1. Iron: - Major function: Iron is essential for the production of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood. - Deficiency symptoms: Anemia, fatigue, weakness, and impaired cognitive function. - Toxicity symptoms: Iron toxicity can lead to organ damage, vomiting, and diarrhea. - Food sources: Red meat, poultry, fish, lentils, beans, and fortified cereals. 2. Zinc: - Major function: Zinc is important for immune function, wound healing, and DNA synthesis. - Deficiency symptoms: Impaired immune function, delayed wound healing, and loss of appetite. - Toxicity symptoms: Excessive zinc intake can lead to nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. - Food sources: Oysters, beef, poultry, dairy products, and whole grains. 3. Selenium: - Major function: Selenium is a powerful antioxidant and is important for thyroid function and DNA synthesis. - Deficiency symptoms: Weakness, fatigue, and increased risk of infections. - Toxicity symptoms: Selenium toxicity can cause hair loss, nausea, and neurological symptoms. - Food sources: Brazil nuts, fish, poultry, eggs, and whole grains. It's important to consume these trace elements in appropriate amounts to support overall health and well-being. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making significant changes to your diet or supplement regimen.

Which of the following would represent a source of possible iron contamination?


A) an iron frying pan
B) an iron chelate
C) a ferric iron supplement
D) a ferrous iron supplement

E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

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