"To Ensure Iron Needs Are Met,the Total Diet Needs to Be

question 65

Multiple Choice

"To ensure iron needs are met,the total diet needs to be considered." Explain why?

• A)Because iron is present in small amounts in many different foods.
• B)Because iron is present in large amounts in only a small number of foods,so food choices have to be made carefully.
• C)Because supplements are required in addition to food,for populations at risk.
• D)Because fortified foods can make an important contribution to iron intake.

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Definitions:

Glomerular Endothelium

The inner lining of the glomerulus in the kidney, involved in the filtration of blood to form urine.

Filtration Membrane

A barrier that separates particles based on size, allowing some to pass while blocking others, specifically in the context of biological systems like the kidneys.

Podocytes

Specialized cells in the kidneys that wrap around capillaries of the glomerulus, playing a key role in the filtration of blood to form urine.

Urinary Bladder

An organ that stores urine excreted by the kidneys before disposal via urination.