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saliriagwu

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on: Aug 21, 2018
Insoluble fiber, such as wheat, decreases absorption of calcium, magnesium, manganese, and zinc because ____.
 A) they bind with minerals blocking absorption
  B) of a decreased transit time
  C) of an increased transit time
  D) of the increased permeability of the GI tract

Question 2

The nutrient that enhances iron absorption is ____.
 A) copper
  B) potassium
  C) sodium
  D) vitamin C


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raili21

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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D


saliriagwu

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Reply 2 on: Aug 21, 2018
:D TYSM

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