About how much iron is absorbed from a vegetarian diet compared with an omnivorous diet?
a. One-tenth as much
b. One-half as much
c. The same
d. Twice as much
e. Three times as much
Question 2
What is hepcidin?
a. A factor in meats that enhances iron absorption
b. An intestinal mucosa protein that assists in iron turnover
c. A substance in legumes that interferes with iron absorption
d. A liver-derived hormone that helps regulate iron absorption and transport
e. A substance produced in the spleen that stores iron