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What is the primary function of calcium in the human body?
What is the primary function of calcium in the human body?
- Transport of oxygen
- Healing wounds
- Stabilizing the structure of DNA, RNA, and ribosomes
- Intracellular signalling control of muscles and nerves (correct)
What is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world?
What is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world?
- Iron deficiency (correct)
- Copper deficiency
- Selenium deficiency
- Zinc deficiency
Which of the following is a food source rich in calcium?
Which of the following is a food source rich in calcium?
- Yeast extract
- Dark green leafy vegetables (correct)
- Red meat
- Dried fruit
What is a potential toxicity of excessive iron intake?
What is a potential toxicity of excessive iron intake?
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What is the primary function of zinc in the human body?
What is the primary function of zinc in the human body?
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What is a potential toxicity of ingesting 2g or more of Zinc?
What is a potential toxicity of ingesting 2g or more of Zinc?
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What is the primary function of Sodium in the body?
What is the primary function of Sodium in the body?
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Which of the following foods is a good source of Potassium?
Which of the following foods is a good source of Potassium?
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What is a potential deficiency of Zinc?
What is a potential deficiency of Zinc?
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What is the recommended daily intake of Sodium?
What is the recommended daily intake of Sodium?
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