13. Nutrition During Adulthood

Question 1

What minerals, when low, increase risk of osteoporosis?

Answer 1

Calcium (and vitamin D)

Question 2

What mineral causes blood loss, ulcers, hemorrhoids, and impaired absorption?

Answer 2

Iron

Question 3

What mineral causes decreased absorption, lower taste sensation, and immunity?

Answer 3

Zinc

Question 4

What mineral causes bone loss, weakness, and mental confusion?

Answer 4

Magnesium

Question 5

What mineral causes hypertension, osteoporosis, and tax on kidneys?

Answer 5

Sodium

Question 6

What vitamins declines with age?

Answer 6

Folate, vitamins b-6 and b-12

Question 7

What vitamin causes low antioxidants and a risk of cell damage when not taken properly?

Answer 7

Vitamin E

Question 8

What vitamin is linked to prevention of cataracts and macular degeneration?

Answer 8

Carotenoids (lutein and zeaxanthin)

Question 9

What supplements interfere with zinc and copper?

Answer 9

Iron

Question 10

WHat do diuretics do?

Answer 10

Leach potassium out of the body.

Question 11

What can long-term use of aspirin lead to?

Answer 11

Lead to anemia

Question 12

How many kcals/gram does alcohol provide?

Answer 12

7 kcal/gram