Domain I: Principles of Dietetics Flashcards
Vitamin A Precursor/Provitamin
Carotene
Vitamin A Toxic Level
10,000 IU
Vitamin A Function
skin, vision
Vitamin A Sources
cantaloupe, fish, liver, carrots, fortified skim milk, apricots, sweet potato
Vitamin A Deficiency
nyctalopia (reversible); xerophthalmia (non-reversible)
Vitamin D Precursor
Cholesterol
Vitamin D Deficiency
Rickets (children); Osteomalacia (adults)
What is the another name for Vitamin E
Tocopherol
Vitamin E Function
Antioxidant
Which is the least toxic vitamin?
Vitamin E
Vitamin K synthesized by what and where?
bacteria in lower intestinal tract
Vitamin K function
forms prothrombin
Vitamin K deficiency
May lead to hemorrhage -> slow clotting
Vitamin B1 Name
Thiamin
Vitamin K Sources
spinach, kale, broccoli, green leafy vegetables
B1 Properties
LOST as temperature or pH rises, heat stable in acidic solution
Main Function B1
oxidation of carbohydrates, increase in CHO requires more thiamin in diet
Sources of B1 (Thiamin)
grains, wheat germ, pork, liver
Thiamin Deficiency
beriberi, muscle weakness, foot drop, memory loss
Laboratory Value indicating deficiency of Thiamin
Elevated Plasma Pyruvate (needed for metabolism of pyruvate)
Vitamin B2 Name
Riboflavin
B2 Function
required for energy release, destroyed by UV light
B2 Deficiency
affects cells with rapid turnover, leads to growth failure
Symptoms of B2 Deficiency
Cheilosis (cracked lips), Angular Stomatitis (mouth corner cracks), Magenta tongue
Niacin Precursor
Tryptophan
Niacin Function
metabolism of CHO, fat, protein
Symptoms of Niacin Deficiency
pellagra, dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia, bright red tongue
Folate Function
DNA synthesis, prevents neural tube defects; with B12-> RBC formation
Sources of Folate
fortified dry cereal, liver, kidney, green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, lentils, beans
Name for Vitamin B6
Pyridoxine
Function B6
acts as a coenzyme in amino acid metabolism (deamination, transamination); increase in protein requires increase in pyridoxine
Name for B12
Cyanocobalamin
Properties Vitamin B12
contains cobalt, bound by intrinsic factor in gastric juice
Deficiency in B12
megaloblastic anemia; pernicious anemia after gastrectomy, removal of ileum
Pantothenic Acid
functions as coenzyme A in energy release
Vitamin C/Ascorbic Acid Properties
is the most easily destroyed and has a structure like glucose
Vitamin C
changes proline to hydroxyproline into collagen -> aids in wound healing
Biotin is synthesized by what?
intestinal bacteria
Biotin acts as
a conenzyme in fatty acid synthesis, converts pyruvate to oxaloacetate in gluconeogenesis
What is the most abundant mineral in the body?
Calcium
___ lowers serum calcium by inhibiting ___
calcitonin; bone reabsorption
Functions of Calcium
blood clotting, cardiac function, nerve transmission, smooth muscle contractility
Deficiency in Calcium
hypocalcemia leads to tetany (irregular muscle contraction)
Phosphorus Properties and Functions
second most abundant mineral, part of DNA, in phospholipids that transport fat, found in animal proteins
Sources of Phosphorus
meat, milk, poultry, eggs, fish, cheese
Iron Properties and Functions
Oxygen transport, part of hemoglobin, ferritin assessment of iron status, ferrous most absorbable form of iron
Iron Absorption Aids
gastric juice, vitamin C, calcium in presence of oxalates
Does not aid in Iron Absoprtion
eggs, tea, milk, cheese
Magnesium Function and Properties
part of chlorophyll, needed for protein and fatty acid synthesis; high protein, calcium, and vitamin D consumption increases need
Zinc Function and Properties
excess leads to copper or iron deficiency, increases taste acuity, enhances insulin action
Sources fo Zinc
meat, liver, eggs, fish; phytates and copper decrease absoprtion
Copper Function and Properties
attached to protein ceruloplasmin, hemoglobin synthesis, aids in iron absoprtion
Copper Deficiency
Wilson’s disease: low serum copper
Chromium Function and Properties
aids in insulin action, required for glucose metabolism
Which two minerals are required for glucose metabolsim?
chromium + zinc
Sulfur Properties and Sources
part of amino acids cysteine, methionine; animal protein (meat, fish, eggs, poultry)
Choline
component of lecithin
What is the insensible water loss per day?
0.8-1.2 L/day (skin, breathing)
Sodium AW and Valence
23; 1
Potassium AW/Valance
39; 1
Calcium AW/Valence
40; 2
Formula mEq/Mg conversion
mEq/V = mg/AW
Crispiness (state of turgor) of fruit and vegetables is due to
osmotic pressure of water-filled vacuoles
What is the limiting amino acid in soybeans
methionine
What accelerates ripening of fruits during storage
ethylene
Which two fruits and vegetables should be washed right before eating?
berries and mushrooms
Acid solution forms what from chlorophyll
phenophytin
Alkaline solution forms what from chlorophyll
Chlorophyllin
What pigment contributes to the red colors in tomatoes
Lycopene
Onions may turn what color when cooked in an aluminum pan
yellow
Grade A canned fruits and vegetables
desserts, salads ; Fancy
Grade B canned fruits and vegetables
processed; choice
Grade C canned fruits and vegetables
puddings, pies, Standard
Who grades canned fruit and vegetables
USDA
How to cook cabbage
cook for short time, keep lid off initially to let acids escape, cook in large amount of water
10 can contains ___ cans/case
6
10 can = __ net weight
6 lbs. 9 oz
10 can measures ___
13 cups
10 can __ servings
20-25
Collagen
hydrolyzed to gelatin in heat and becomes tender
Elastin
resistant to heat, therefore little change occurs in cooking
Pork is a good source of what vitamin
Thiamin
Fish canned with bones, oysters, and shrimp are high in what mineral
calcium
What causes the green color in meat
further oxidation of myoglobin