11/18/14

Tonight's homework is to complete Assignment 21 and also to begin researching your micronutrient for the upcoming project/presentation.

Assignment #21 Iron Comprehension and Thinking Questions

Answer all of the following questions to the best of your ability in complete sentences.

1. Why is it a problem if people (especially women or young children) do not consume enough iron?

2. How does one’s choice of foods consumed affect iron absorption in the digestive tract?

3. Read “The Doctor’s World” by Lawrence K. Altman. One way to combat iron deficiency anemia and its consequences is to fortify foods with iron. However, in light of what you just read, do you think that this is a good idea? Support your opinion. If you feel as though you require more information to make informed judgment, then identify the type of information that you would need and try to find it online.