1. Your grandmother has been diagnosed with osteoporosis, which puts her at risk for fractured bones, vertebral collapse

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1. Your grandmother has been diagnosed with osteoporosis, which
puts her at risk for fractured bones, vertebral collapse, loss in
height and receding jaw bone resulting in teeth loss. She has
already shown a loss in height from 5’3” to 5’1 inches. (A)What
mineral is her diet probably deficient in? (B) What is the
recommended intake for 19-50 year olds? (C) What are 2 reliable
animal-based food sources of this mineral? (D) What are 2 reliable
plant-based sources of this mineral? (4 points)
2. A relative from Michigan is brought to the doctor
because of a large growth on her throat. She also complains of
feeling cold all the time. The doctor tells her she has a goiter
due to a malfunctioning thyroid. Her diet history indicates she
follows a vegan diet, only buys food grown locally and does not use
salt. (A) What mineral may she be deficient in? (B) What is the
most reliable food source of this mineral? (2 points)