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12) Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding calcium needs during pregnancy?
A) The AI for calcium is the same for pregnant and non-pregnant women.
B) Calcium absorption is very efficient during pregnancy.
C) The extra demand for calcium during pregnancy has been shown to cause bone demineralization and increase the risk of future fractures.
D) Kale, collard greens, and broccoli are good plant sources of calcium.

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The statement which is false regarding calcium needs during pregnancy is that: C) The extra demand for calcium during pregnancy has been shown to cause bone demineralization and increase the risk of future fractures.

What are nutrients?

Nutrients can be defined as the chemical compounds (substances) or minerals that are present in food, and they are needed by the body of a living organism for healthy growth, reproduction, development, proper functioning, and reproduction.

What are the classes of nutrients?

In Science, there are five (5) main classes of nutrients and these include the following:

  1. Carbohydrate
  2. Vitamins
  3. Protein
  4. Fat
  5. Minerals such as calcium, sodium, potassium, etc.

In conclusion, the extra demand for calcium-rich food by pregnant women does not cause bone demineralization and it is completely false that it would increase the risk of future fractures.

Read more on nutrients here: brainly.com/question/4413413

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