Substituting Carbonated Soft Drinks for Dairy Products in the Diet

question 61

Multiple Choice

Substituting carbonated soft drinks for dairy products in the diet is a bad idea because the resulting high _______________ intake combined with inadequate _______________ intake leads to bone loss.

• A) sodium; phosphorus
• B) phosphorus; calcium
• C) magnesium; sodium
• D) carbon dioxide; calcium
• Learning Outcome 9.07: Describe the functions, dietary requirements, and sources of phosphorus, as well as the benefit of avoiding too much phosphorus.
• Section 9.07: Phosphorus

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