Which of the following is uncommon and a major cause for concern during pregnancy?
Table of contents
- 1. Science of Nutrition1h 52m
- 2. Tools for Healthful Eating1h 51m
- 3. The Human Body & Digestion2h 7m
- 4. Carbohydrates3h 11m
- 5. Lipids2h 31m
- 6. Proteins2h 16m
- 7. Vitamins2h 20m
- 8. Water and Minerals2h 55m
- Water45m
- 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
- 9. Alcohol57m
- 10. Energy Balance: Body Weight, Obesity, & Eating Disorders3h 7m
- 11. Nutrition & Fitness1h 7m
- 12. Food Safety & Regulation2h 3m
- 13. Food Insecurity in the US and the World37m
- 14. Nutrition: Pregnancy Through Infancy 1h 30m
- 15. Nutrition: Toddlers to Late Adulthood42m
14. Nutrition: Pregnancy Through Infancy
Nutrition During Gestation
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Which of the following micronutrients is stored in significant amounts in the fetus during gestation?
A
Folic acid.
B
Iron.
C
Vitamin B9.
D
Vitamin C.
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Understand the role of micronutrients during fetal development, focusing on which nutrients are stored in significant amounts in the fetus during gestation.
Review the functions and storage characteristics of each listed micronutrient: folic acid (vitamin B9), iron, and vitamin C.
Recognize that folic acid (vitamin B9) is crucial for DNA synthesis and preventing neural tube defects but is not stored in large amounts in the fetus.
Know that vitamin C is important for collagen synthesis and antioxidant protection but is water-soluble and not stored significantly in fetal tissues.
Identify that iron is stored in significant amounts in the fetus to support rapid growth and prepare for postnatal needs, making it the correct answer.
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