Table of contents
- 1. What is Nutrition1h 52m
- 2. Tools for Healthful Eating1h 51m
- 3. Digestive System2h 7m
- 4. Carbohydrates3h 11m
- 5. Fats2h 31m
- 6. Proteins2h 19m
- 8. Water and Minerals2h 52m
- Water42m
- Introduction to Minerals9m
- Major Mineral: Sodium and Potassium18m
- Hypertension and Minerals12m
- Major Mineral: Calcium and Phosphorus21m
- Osteoporosis: Minerals and Bone Health14m
- Major Mineral: Chloride, Magnesium, & Sulfur16m
- Trace minerals: Iron and Copper14m
- Trace minerals: Fluoride and Iodine9m
- Other Trace Minerals13m
8. Water and Minerals
Trace minerals: Iron and Copper
8. Water and Minerals
Trace minerals: Iron and Copper: Videos & Practice Problems
1
concept
Iron (Fe)
Video duration:
5mPlay a video:
2
example
Example 1
Video duration:
1mPlay a video:
3
Problem
Which form of iron is the most bioavailable?
A
Heme iron.
B
Elemental iron.
C
Reduced iron.
D
Non-heme iron.
4
Problem
If someone is following a vegan eating pattern, what can they do to help their body absorb iron?
A
Only eat heme iron.
B
Add meat factor to their meals.
C
Combine foods high in vitamin C with foods high in iron.
D
Increase soluble fiber intake.
5
concept
Copper (Cu)
Video duration:
3mPlay a video:
6
Problem
Which of the following has NOT been shown to limit copper absorption?
A
Zinc.
B
Vitamin D.
C
Iron.
D
Vitamin C.
7
Problem
Which of the following are functions of copper in the body?
I) Synthesis of collagen and elastin.
II) Stabilizing the structure of certain proteins.
III) Transport of iron in the blood.
A
I & II.
B
I & III.
C
II & III.
D
I, II,& III.