Which of the following statements is true?
A)Nutrient-deficiency diseases develop when diets lack essential nutrients.
B)Skin rashes are always a symptom of vitamin deficiency diseases.
C)Headaches are a common sign of a mineral deficiency disease.
D)Most phytochemicals are classified as essential nutrients.

Question

Which of the following statements is true? 
A)Nutrient-deficiency diseases develop when diets lack essential nutrients. 
B)Skin rashes are always a symptom of vitamin deficiency diseases. 
C)Headaches are a common sign of a mineral deficiency disease.
D)Most phytochemicals are classified as essential nutrients.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Nutrient-deficiency diseases occur when there is a lack of essential nutrients in the diet. Skin rashes and headaches may be symptoms of vitamin and mineral deficiencies, respectively, but they are not always present. Phytochemicals are not classified as essential nutrients, although they may have health-promoting properties.

Which of the Following Statements Is True