Which of the Following Statements Is F Regarding the Consequences

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is F regarding the consequences of the following maternal nutrient deficiencies during pregnancy?

• A)Poor maternal intake of calcium during pregnancy results in a high risk of hypertension in offspring.
• B)Poor maternal intake of folate during pregnancy is linked to the development of neural tube defects.
• C)Low maternal intake of DHA and omega-3 fatty acid during pregnancy is associated with developmental delays in children.
• D)Maternal zinc deficiency has no known consequences in adult offspring.

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Definitions:

Secretin

A hormone secreted by the small intestine, which stimulates the secretion of pancreatic juice and bile.

Intrinsic Factor

A protein produced by cells in the stomach lining that is essential for the absorption of vitamin B12 in the small intestine.

Pepsinogen

is the inactive form of pepsin, an enzyme in the stomach that breaks down proteins in food.

Stomach

A digestive organ in the gastrointestinal tract that plays a key role in digestion by secreting stomach acids and enzymes.