Recent research shows that the can be an important digestive site in patients who are missing significant portions of their small intestine. a. jejunum b. liver c. duodenum d. colon

Which statement best explains the relationship between diet and osteoporosis? a. cholesterol blocks calcium from reaching bone cells. a diet that is high in cholesterol can lead to osteoporosis. b. calcium and phosphorus build strong and flexible bones. a diet that lacks these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis. c. protein and iron build strong and flexible bones. a diet that lacks these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis.