Because of the Extent of Iron Deficiency in the US

question 145

Multiple Choice

Because of the extent of iron deficiency in the US, some legislators want to pass a bill requiring that more foods like fruit juices and most snacks are iron fortified As the dietitian called as an expert witness, what position will you take based upon nutrition science?

• A)Support the legislation because iron deficiency is widespread and the body excretes excess iron in the urine.
• B)Oppose the legislation because fatal iron toxicity could occur since adult males lose very little iron once it has been absorbed.
• C)Support the legislation because iron deficiency is widespread and the body excretes excess iron in the feces.
• D)Oppose the legislation because fatal iron toxicity could occur in breast-fed infants.

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