Nutrition CH 8

A chronic deficiency of dietary calcium and/or vitamin D, excess alcohol consumption, and smoking can all increase the risk of

osteoporosis.

The best way to prevent getting the common cold is to

wash hands thoroughly and often

Iron absorption from a breakfast of oatmeal, soy milk and strawberries would be nutritionally superior if the strawberries were

fresh

The two minerals which strengthen the teeth are

phosphorous and calcium.

The selenium content of foods reflects the soil in which the foods were grown.

True

Too much iron from supplements can cause ________, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

constipation

Most bottled waters sold in the United States have less than the optimal amount of fluoride.

True

Eight ounces of yogurt or a cup of skim milk provides about 300 milligrams of calcium.

True

A food may contain a nutrient but that nutrient may not be absorbed because it is not

bioavailable.

Consuming too much ________ can contribute to hypertension.

Sodium

Chromium-rich foods may help individuals who have diabetes mellitus or prediabetes improve their blood glucose control.

True

Potassium can lower blood pressure.

True

Calcium-rich, magnesium-rich and potassium-rich foods may lower blood pressure.

True

To increase iron absorption, have fresh fruit or vegetable at every meal.

True

The best sources of potassium are green leafy vegetables.

True

The DASH diet is abundant in

foods rich in potassium, magnesium, and calcium.

High intake of fruits and vegetables can lead to life-threatening low blood pressure.

False

Inadequate ________ intake can cause fatigue and weakness.

Iron

Wheat grown in selenium-rich soil can have more than 10 times as much selenium as an identical wheat grown in selenium-poor soil.

True

To improve iron absorption in a bean burrito, add some

Orange juice

Beef is the major source of iron for Americans

False

The more calcium-rich foods you eat, the better

False

To prevent the fatigue of anemia, you need to eat more foods that are rich in

iron

dairy foods are a good source of

Calcium

Minerals help maintain fluid balance, are parts of enzymes, and they work with your immune system

true

The mineral that helps with wound healing and maintaining a healthy immune system is

zinc

Substances that maintain fluid balance, work as part of enzymes, and keep your immune system strong are called

minerals