Question

select the correct answer. which statement best explains the relationship between diet and osteoporosis? a. protein and iron build strong and flexible bones. a diet lacking these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis b. cholesterol blocks calcium from reaching bone cells. a diet high in cholesterol can lead to osteoporosis c. calcium and phosphorus build strong and flexible bones. a diet lacking these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis

Explanation:

Calcium is crucial for bone health as it is a major component of bones. Phosphorus also plays a role in bone structure. A diet lacking in these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones). Protein is important for overall body function but iron is mainly for blood (e.g., in hemoglobin for oxygen transport). Cholesterol does not block calcium to bone cells in the way described in option B.

Answer:

C. Calcium and phosphorus build strong and flexible bones. A diet lacking these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis.