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VITAMINS MINERALS COENZYMES AND DEFICIENCY DISEASES
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Question
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Which of the following carbohydrate is effective in promoting the calcium absorption?
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Xylose
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Maltose
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Sucrose
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Lactose
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Glucose polymers enhanced the absorption of calcium, whereas there was no enhancement of calcium absorption with lactose (Fig.
Detailed explanation-2: -The body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium. Without enough vitamin D, one can’t form enough of the hormone calcitriol (known as the “active vitamin D”).
Detailed explanation-3: -Vitamin D will help your body use calcium. Some of your daily vitamin D can be obtained through regular exposure to the sun. Vitamin D is also found in fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, and swordfish. Beef liver, cheese, mushrooms, and egg yolks also provide small amounts.
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