Nutrition: Trace minerals

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What is the primary function of hemoglobin in the human body?

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What role does myoglobin play in muscle cells?

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What is the difference between heme and non-heme iron in terms of sources and absorption?

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Which factors increase the absorption of iron in the human body?

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What is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world?

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Which groups are at high risk for iron deficiency and what are some symptoms?

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Why do females have a higher iron need than males, and why should vegetarians consume more iron?

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Why are vegetarians at high risk for zinc deficiency?

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What influences the amount of selenium in plant food sources?

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Which food staple is iodized and why is it iodized?

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Iodine is a component of which hormone, and what are its functions?

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What symptom can indicate both iodine deficiency and toxicity?

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Why does iodine deficiency lead to the formation of a goiter?

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Where is most fluoride found in the human body?

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What is the purpose of adding fluoride to drinking water?

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How does fluoride help prevent dental caries (cavities)?

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How does chromium support blood glucose levels?

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