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craiczarry

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Antioxidants are popular among the nutritional supplements. Which vitamins are considered antioxidants? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Vitamins B12, B6, and B4
  b. Vitamin E
  c. Beta carotene
  d. Ascorbic acid
  e. Vitamin A

Question 2

Which are the effects of calcium on the body? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Large doses of calcium will not harm the body when taken on a full stomach.
  b. Calcium can limit the absorption of iron and other trace elements.
  c. Calcium can cause constipation and reduce kidney function.
  d. Calcium may prevent bone loss in older men.
  e. Calcium can reduce kidney function.


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brittrenee

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, D
The major antioxidant vitamins are vitamin E (alpha tocopherol), beta carotene (provitamin A), and vitamin C (ascorbic acid).

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, D, E
Large doses of calcium can limit the absorption of iron and other trace elements. Calcium can cause constipation and reduce kidney function. Older men, as well as older women, need calcium in their diet to prevent bone loss.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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