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Which of the following is a reason why pregnant women need more iron?
Which of the following is a reason why pregnant women need more iron?
- Iron helps with the development of the baby's brain (correct)
- Iron helps with digestion
- Iron prevents morning sickness
- Iron reduces the risk of premature birth
What happens if a pregnant woman doesn't get enough iron?
What happens if a pregnant woman doesn't get enough iron?
- The baby will have a higher risk of diabetes
- The baby will have a higher risk of low birth weight (correct)
- The baby will have a higher risk of obesity
- The baby will have a higher risk of allergies
How much iron do pregnant women need compared to non-pregnant women?
How much iron do pregnant women need compared to non-pregnant women?
- The same amount
- Slightly more (correct)
- Twice as much
- Slightly less