Which of the following statements is true about calcium ...

[sheilaspns]

Which of the following statements is true about calcium supplementation and absorption?
 a. Low calcium levels have been linked to colon cancer, overweight, and hypertension.
  b. A high intake of calcium interferes with zinc and iron absorption.
  c. A high intake of calcium may result in elevated urinary excretion of calcium.
  d. Calcium is better absorbed in pill form.
  e. a, b, and c only

Question 2

It is common for the elderly to have suboptimal vitamin D status or develop vitamin D deficiency due to all of the following EXCEPT:
 a. inadequate exposure to sunlight.
  b. wearing of lighter clothing to stay comfortable.
  c. nutrient-drug interactions.
  d. decreased skin synthesis capacity.
  e. All of the above would be reasons why the elderly have vitamin D deficiencies.

[ricroger]

Answer to Question 1

e

Answer to Question 2

b

[sheilaspns]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[shewald78]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review