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The acronym DASH in the DASH diet stands for


A) Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension.
B) Dietary Advancements to Suppress Hyponatremia.
C) Determine Amount of Sodium Helpful.
D) Discussions of Allowable Sodium in Hospitals.

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

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Dehydration can result if too much water and sodium have been lost from the body.

A) True
B) False

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Although osteoporosis is often thought of as a condition of the elderly, it has its roots in childhood.

A) True
B) False

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Minerals that are important in fluid balance are called antidiuretics.

A) True
B) False

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Describe the causes and effects of a diet that contains too little iron.

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A diet that is deficient in iron the wor...

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Which of the following elements is found in both bleach and stomach acid (though in two different forms) ?


A) zinc
B) chlorine
C) phosphorus
D) magnesium

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

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Which of the following elements is a major mineral of bone?


A) selenium
B) sodium
C) calcium
D) iron

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

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The main function of iodine is to increase insulin's effectiveness in cells.

A) True
B) False

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What is the difference between a major mineral and a trace mineral?

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Major minerals are needed in q...

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A feeling of dehydration despite having consumed significant amounts of fluids may be an indicator of hyponatremia.

A) True
B) False

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Describe some ways to increase the absorption of iron from foods.

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Iron absorption from foods can be enhanc...

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Over time, a low- calcium diet may increase your risk of osteoporosis.

A) True
B) False

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Which of the following minerals is found in the amino acids methionine, cystine, and cysteine?


A) sulfur
B) molybdenum
C) chromium
D) selenium

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

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A goiter is a deficiency of which of the following substances?


A) chromium
B) manganese
C) phosphorus
D) iodine

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

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Research has confirmed that taking zinc can reduce the severity and duration of the common cold.

A) True
B) False

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List the risk factors for developing osteoporosis. Describe the characteristics of individuals who are at greatest risk for developing osteoporosis.

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The risk factors for developing osteopor...

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About two- thirds of the ___________ in the body is found in hemoglobin.


A) molybdenum
B) iron
C) zinc
D) chromium

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

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Which of the following conditions is defined as too little potassium in the blood?


A) hypokalemia
B) hypertension
C) hyponatremia
D) hypercalcemia

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

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Hyperkalemia occurs when a person consumes too much__________ from supplements.


A) calcium
B) potassium
C) zinc
D) sodium

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

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Which of the following signs or symptoms is characteristic of cretinism?


A) dwarfism
B) mental retardation
C) abnormal sexual development
D) All of the answers are correct.

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

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