FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FUTURE TRENDS IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY

PERSONALIZED NUTRITION AND HEALTH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Milk is poor source of
A
Riboflavin
B
Iron
C
Calcium
D
Niacin
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Milk and milk substitutes are poor sources of iron. Milk interferes with the body’s ability to absorb iron from food and supplements. Excessive cow’s milk can cause microscopic damage to the intestines and cause small amounts of blood loss. When blood is lost, iron is lost with it.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cow’s milk has very low iron content (only 0.5 mg/L).

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: C is the correct answer. The main component of milk is lactose (sugars), water, fats, proteins, and minerals, especially calcium. It also carries some sodium and iron content but is a poor source of copper.

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