NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
NUTRITION
Question
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Which is not an antioxidant?
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Vitamin eVitamin E
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Vitamin C
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calcium
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Some food nutrients, especially vitamin C, E, and carotenoids are well-known antioxidants; however, other vitamins such as Vitamin K, Vitamin D, Niacin, Pyridoxine and Riboflavin that may have antioxidant potential are usually not put into consideration.
Detailed explanation-2: -There are hundreds, probably thousands, of different substances that can act as antioxidants. The most familiar ones are vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, and other related carotenoids, along with the minerals selenium and manganese.
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