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Which nutrient is a component of mineralized bone, providing structure?
Which nutrient is a component of mineralized bone, providing structure?
Which nutrient helps enzymes function properly for optimal bone structure?
Which nutrient helps enzymes function properly for optimal bone structure?
Which vitamin stimulates bone remodeling?
Which vitamin stimulates bone remodeling?
Which nutrients are important for bone health, metabolism, and blood function?
Which nutrients are important for bone health, metabolism, and blood function?
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What is the role of blood in metabolism?
What is the role of blood in metabolism?
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What are the components of the human skeleton?
What are the components of the human skeleton?
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Which type of bone is predominantly composed of crystallized hydroxyapatite?
Which type of bone is predominantly composed of crystallized hydroxyapatite?
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What are the four steps involved in bone remodeling?
What are the four steps involved in bone remodeling?
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Which hormone decreases blood calcium levels?
Which hormone decreases blood calcium levels?
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Which organ is responsible for the second hydroxylation of vitamin D?
Which organ is responsible for the second hydroxylation of vitamin D?
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What does PTH stimulate in the kidneys?
What does PTH stimulate in the kidneys?
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What is the role of active vitamin D in the body?
What is the role of active vitamin D in the body?
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What are the consequences of vitamin D deficiency?
What are the consequences of vitamin D deficiency?
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When is sun exposure recommended for adequate vitamin D synthesis?
When is sun exposure recommended for adequate vitamin D synthesis?
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Which food sources contain vitamin D?
Which food sources contain vitamin D?
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