Iron
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What is the average daily iron intake?

  • 20 mg (correct)
  • 0.6 mg
  • 2 times the amount lost by men
  • 3-6% of the amount ingested
  • What is the form of iron that is absorbed by the body?

  • Phytic acid
  • Oxalates
  • Ferrous (Fe2+) (correct)
  • Ferric (Fe3+)
  • What is the effect of phytic acid on iron absorption?

  • It reacts with iron to form insoluble compounds in the intestine (correct)
  • It dissolves iron and permits it to form soluble complexes
  • It enhances iron absorption
  • It has no effect on iron absorption
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    "Test Your Knowledge on Iron Absorption and Loss in the Human Body! Learn about the daily intake and losses of iron in men and women, and how the body regulates its iron stores. This quiz will enhance your understanding of the importance of iron in the body and how it affects overall health."

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