ch4: deitary nutrients -vitiamins Flashcards
A (retinol)
night vision, cell growth, health of skin
B1 (thiamine)
functions:
carbohydrate metabolism, heart, nerve, and muscle function
sources:
milk fat, meat, butter
b2 (riboflavin)
functions:
fat and protein metabolism
sources:
whole grains, meat, rice
b3 (niacin)
functions:
carbohydrate and dat metabolism
sources:
fish, meat, poultry
b12 (cobalamins)
functions:
protein and fat metabolism,
nerve cell maitenance, cell development
sources:
meats, seafood, dairy products
biotin
functions:
carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism
sources:
liver, cereals, grains
C (ascorbic acid)
functions:
immunity, iron absorption, bone and muscle structure
sources:
berries, citrus fruits, green peppers
D (calciferol)
functions:
calcium absorption, bone and tooth structure, heart and nerve function
sources:
sunlight, eggs, fish
folate
functions:
maintenance of red blood cells, genetic material development
sources:
liver, beans, green leafy veggies
b6
functions:
enzyme assistance in amino acid synthesis
sources:
fish, meat, poultry
K
functions:
normal blood clotting, bone growth
sources:
green leafy veggies, dairy and grain products, meat
pantothenic acid
functions:
release of energy from carbs and fats
sources:
meat, grains, fruits