Ch. 7 Flashcards
Which of the following is not a fat soluble vitamin?
vitamin A
vitamin D
vitamin C
vitamin E
vitamin C
Which of the following foods is the best source for vitamin B12?
brown rice
lentils
spinach
pork
pork
All of the following are roles of vitamin C except
the regeneration of vitamin E.
the formation of bonds that hold collagen strands together.
the production of energy.
as an antioxidant.
the production of energy.
Vitamin A is needed for all of the following except
cell metabolism.
maintenance of epithelial tissue.
vision.
cell differentiation.
cell metabolism.
Vitamin D is called the sunshine vitamin because
it calms our nerves.
it can be made in the skin by exposure to UV light.
it is used to make serotonin, a neurotransmitter that enhances feelings of happiness.
we must get it in our diet from plant foods that grow in the sun.
it can be made in the skin by exposure to UV light.
True or False?
Vitamin D is widespread and easy to obtain in the foods we eat.
False
True or False?
Vitamin E protects membranes by neutralizing free radicals.
True
Which of the following foods would be the best source for vitamin E?
low-fat yogurt
oatmeal
sunflower seeds
tomatoes
sunflower seeds
The main symptom of vitamin K deficiency is
reduced immunity.
poor vision.
bone pain.
abnormal blood coagulation.
abnormal blood coagulation.
True or False?
Long-term use of antibiotics can result in a vitamin K deficiency.
True
True or False?
An herbal supplement is a plant-based substance.
True
True or False?
Fresh vegetables are always more nutritious than frozen or canned vegetables.
False
Which of the following people is most likely to need a vitamin B12 supplement?
Brittany, 18 years old, who is a vegan.
Samantha, 24 years old, who is pregnant.
Edward, 68 years old, who had a hip replaced.
Andrew, 2 years old, who is allergic to milk.
Brittany, 18 years old, who is a vegan.
True or False?
The DSHEA ensures that the vitamin and mineral supplements that for sale to the public are safe and effective to use by people who are healthy.
False
True or False?
You do not need to worry about upper limits for supplements only containing water soluble vitamins or herbs.
False
A low fat diet would have the most impact on the bioavailability of which vitamin?
niacin
vitamin C
riboflavin
vitamin A
vitamin A
The principle function of coenzymes is
destroying free radicals.
combining with an active enzyme.
combining with another coenzyme.
combining with an inactive enzyme.
combining with an inactive enzyme.
True or False?
An antioxidant is a substance that stabilizes a free radical by taking electrons from it.
False
True or False?
Drinks with large amounts of B vitamins added will give people energy.
False
In populations suffering from the thiamin deficiency disease, beriberi, addition of all of the following foods to the diet would be beneficial, except
pork.
cheddar cheese.
oatmeal.
lentils.
pork.
The role of vitamin B6 is
cell division.
the conversion of many vitamins into their active form.
the synthesis of nonessential amino acids.
the breakdown of glucose to produce energy.
the synthesis of nonessential amino acids.
In order to reduce the risk of neural tube defects in the fetus, the most important time for a woman to consume adequate amounts of folate is
shortly before giving birth.
shortly before, and early in her pregnancy.
between the third and sixth months of pregnancy.
during the seventh and eighth months of pregnancy.
shortly before, and early in her pregnancy.
