Individuals Advised to Consume Calcium Supplements Should Consume

question 84

Multiple Choice

Individuals advised to consume calcium supplements should consume

• A)about 2,000 mg in a single dose each day.
• B)only calcium citrate as other calcium salts are poorly absorbed.
• C)an amount of no more than 500 mg with or just after a meal.
• D)the calcium supplement at the same time as other mineral supplements.

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Definitions:

Glands

Organs or tissues in the body that create chemicals that control many bodily functions.

Hormones

Biochemical substances produced by various glands in the body that regulate and control bodily functions and behavior by circulating in the bloodstream.

Adrenal Glands

Glands at the top of each kidney that are responsible for regulating moods, energy level, and the ability to cope with stress.

Epinephrine

Also known as adrenaline, it is a hormone and neurotransmitter involved in the body's fight-or-flight response.