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NClaborn

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Studies suggest that an increase in potassium intake can:
 
  a. lower blood triglycerides.
  b. lower blood pressure.
  c. raise high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels.
  d. raise blood sugar levels.

Question 2

Physiologic functions of potassium include:
 
  a. acid-base balance.
  b. regulation of insulin production.
  c. monitoring sodium excretion.
  d. formation of hemoglobin.


ambernicolefink

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A


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