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A high level of sodium in blood plasma can increase the level of pressure inside the blood vessels and lead to

A) type 1 diabetes.
B) iron-deficient anemia.
C) hypertension.
D) hypotension.

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In healthy individuals, eating too much sodium will damage the kidneys.

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Extreme dehydration, vomiting, and diarrhea can result in a potassium deficiency.

Food poisoning and eating disorders, which involve repeated vomiting and diarrhea, can lead to an irregular heart rate and even death. This mineral-related effect is a result of

We consume the majority of our dietary chloride in the form of tap water.

Supplements are required to meet the body's need for major minerals.

The oxygen-carrying protein found in our muscle cells is called

Explain what kefir is and why it makes an excellent choice for supporting bone health.

Which of the following does NOT describe a mineral?

Which of the ultra-trace minerals is essential for human health?

A deficiency of which trace mineral can result in severe growth retardation?

Trace minerals can be destroyed by excessive heat or cold.

Osteoporosis affects men and women equally.

At what age does bone breakdown generally begin to occur more rapidly than bone formation?

Age and certain dietary factors can affect the degree to which our body can absorb and utilize nutrients. This variable rate of absorption is known as a food's

In the United States, the most common cause of poisoning deaths in children under age six results from accidental overdose of

Vegans absorb more dietary iron than meat eaters.

Because iodine is found throughout the food supply, deficiencies are rare.

In addition to providing structure to bones and teeth, blood calcium is critical for

The AI for sodium is how many milligrams per day?