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1) Discuss the association between marginal vitamin B12 deficiency and cognitive
function.
2) The most common cause of iron overload is
an injury to the GI tract
a genetic predisposition
excessive use of iron cookware
excessive use of iron supplements
3) Explain the meaning and significance of the downward spiral of malnutrition and
disease.
4) Discuss concerns related to the sodium content of common drugs.
5) Discuss how the results from national nutrition surveys are used by private and
government agencies and groups.
6) How are pesticides regulated and monitored in the U.S. food supply?
7) Discuss the potential health benefits of substituting olive oil for other cooking fats.
8) Discuss the effects of maternal intake of insufficient nutrients on the quantity and
quality of breast milk.
9) All of the following are simple rules to follow to help people strengthen their
immune systems EXCEPT
maintain body weight within 10% of the ideal for age and sex
use supplemental fiber equal to ten grain products daily
limit dietary fat intake to less than 30% of total kcalories
eat five servings of fruits and vegetables daily
10) List reasons that people become vegetarians.
