Myth Buster Quiz

Which of the following statements about calcium supplements is true?

• a)They are always necessary for bone health.  

• b) They are only needed if you have a deficiency or medical condition.

• c) Everyone should take calcium supplements daily.  

• d) Calcium supplements can replace a balanced diet.

Which of the following is NOT a good source of calcium?  

• a) Leafy green vegetables  

• b) Almonds  

• c) Fortified plant-based milk  

• d) Water

Strong bones can be maintained by:

• a) Consuming calcium alone  

• b) Getting sufficient calcium and vitamin D, as well as regular exercise.

• c) Drinking only milk  

• d) Taking calcium supplements only

Calcium needs throughout life:

• a)Are the same for everyone  

• b)Vary depending on age, gender, and life stage  

• c)Decrease after childhood  

• d)Increase only after age 50

Excessive caffeine intake:

• a)Increases calcium absorption  

• b)Interferes with calcium absorption and increases calcium loss  

• c)Has no impact on calcium levels  

• d)Improves bone density.

Weight-bearing exercises:

• a)Decrease calcium levels in the bones  

• b)Help improve bone density and calcium deposition

• c)Do not affect calcium levels  

• d)Should be avoided for bone health

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, calcium needs:

• a)Decrease  

• b)Stay the same as before pregnancy

• c)Increase to support fetal development and milk production  

• d) Are not important

MYTH OR FACT: Nutritional Anemia is caused only due to iron.

• Myth

• Fact

MYTH OR FACT: Once treated, iron deficiency anaemia never returns.

• myth

• fact

MYTH OR FACT: You can diagnose iron deficiency anaemia just by looking at symptoms.

• myth

• fact