Why Are Calcium Needs for the Mother Not Increased During

question 24

Multiple Choice

Why are calcium needs for the mother not increased during lactation?

• A)The newborn infant is born with a six month supply of calcium in the skeleton.
• B)Calcium absorption is increased to meet additional needs.
• C)Calcium in breast milk comes from bone and is restored to bone shortly after weaning.
• D)The calcium content of breast milk is very low,compared to other mammals.

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