Minerals Flashcards
1
Q
If you cook foods with iron pans and skillets, what will happen?
A
The food will be absorbed by the iron, which is another way to get iron.
2
Q
What decreases iron absorption?
A
caffeine
3
Q
What is the meal with the most iron absorption?
A
Red meat, sources of Vitamin C and no caffeine
4
Q
Women in child bearing years have the increase of?
A
Anemia
5
Q
What is iron deficiency called?
A
Anemia
6
Q
What are the symptoms of Anemia?
A
red blood cells decrease, fatigue and apathy
7
Q
Iodine deficiency is called?
A
Goiter
8
Q
What is goiter?
A
swelling of the neck because of enlargement of the thyroid gland
