Nutrition Through the Life Cycle (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305628007
Author: Judith E. Brown
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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To examine: Whether the statement “Person L should take a chromium supplement to help lower her blood glucose levels” is true or false.
Introduction: Maintaining proper health during pregnancy is very important. The body requires extra nutrients, minerals, and vitamins during this time. Excess body weight and unhealthy eating habits increase the chance of getting gestational diabetes.
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