chapter 8 trace minerals Flashcards
1
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iron absorption is suppressed by
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coffee and tea
calcium and phosphorus
oxalates in veggies
phytates (fiber)
proteins in soy
2
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heme sources of iron
A
meat, fish, poultry
3
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non heme sources
A
whole and enriched grains
vegetables
dried fruits
4
Q
iron deficiencies
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iron deficiency anemia
pica
increased irritability
5
Q
iron toxicities
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hemochromatosis- iron overload
6
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iron toxicities in children
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can stunt growth
#1 cause of fatal accidental poisonings
7
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iodine deficiencies
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goiter, hypothyroidism
cretinism
8
Q
iodine toxicities
A
toxic goiter
9
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fluoride toxicities
A
fluorosis
10
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copper deficiency
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in children, can stunt growth, low metabolism
