Which of the Following Practices Would Help a Total Vegetarian

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following practices would help a total vegetarian increase his or her iron intake from plant foods?

• A)Taking zinc,calcium,and selenium supplements daily
• B)Adding cheese to salads and sandwiches
• C)Cooking vegetables in a cast iron skillet with tomatoes or lemon juice
• D)Drinking more milk and avoiding in-between-meal snacks

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Definitions:

Cytokines

Small proteins released by cells, particularly those in the immune system, that act as signaling molecules to regulate immunity, inflammation, and hematopoiesis.

Type I Interferons

A subset of interferons, which are proteins released by host cells in response to the presence of pathogens, playing a key role in the immune response.

Tumor Necrosis Factor

is a cytokine involved in systemic inflammation, playing a key role in the immune system by regulating cell death, proliferation, and differentiation.

Antigens

Substances recognized by the immune system, potentially triggering an immune response.