Exam 13: The Trace Minerals

Acrodermatitis enteropathica causes decreased _____ absorption, and hence requires life-long supplementation of this mineral

Copper toxicity is common among men and elderly women

The genetic abnormality known as _______________ results in decreased absorption of dietary zinc

Which trace mineral is needed for growth, reproduction, immunity, and protein synthesis?

In terms of function, what do manganese, copper, and selenium have in common?

Marcia's doctor has instructed the dietitian to assist her is developing an iron supplement regime to treat her iron-deficiency anemia The dietitian will most likely follow the CDC recommendation and suggest that Marcia take one _____ mg tablet of ferrous sulfate twice daily for _____ months

Which food below is the best source of copper?

Discuss why iodine deficiency is a significant public health problem worldwide What can be done to solve this problem?

How many trace minerals or "microminerals" are needed by the body?

Enterocytes serve as important regulators of iron status

The _____ of trace minerals is influenced by many factors, such as nutritional status and other components of foods

The Institute of Medicine recommends that vegans should consume up to _____% more zinc than nonvegetarians

Which of these foods contain phytates?

Which trace mineral was designated an essential nutrient because its deficiency in animals caused a diabetic-like state?

How much chromium is actually absorbed by the body regardless of intake?

What disease is caused by a severe selenium deficiency?

When a mineral is part of an enzyme it is called a _____

Excessive fluoride intake can cause _______________-weakening of the bones-and _______________- discoloration and pitting of teeth

What trace mineral other than copper is a cofactor for superoxide dismutase, an enzyme that protects cells from free radicals?

Which trace mineral is not an essential nutrient but has long been recognized for strengthening bones and teeth?