fat soluble vitamins review 2 for final chp 5 Flashcards
general characteristic of vitamin A
its precursor is beta carotene
general characteristic of vitamin D
the most active form is called cholecalciferol
general characteristic of vitamin E
the most active form is the active form is the alpha form
general characteristic of vitamin K
its synthetic form is called menadione
functions of vitamin A
eye health
functions of vitamin D
required for strong bones and teeth
functions of vitamin E
assists in the delivery of oxygen to the tissues
functions of vitamin K
coagulation
deficiency of vitamin A
night blindness
deficiency of vitamin D
SAD seasonal affective disorder
deficiency of vitamin E
lethargy,apathy lack of concentration
deficiency of vitamin K
spontaneous nose bleeds
excess of vitamin A
blurred vision
excess of vitamin D
hypercalcemia
excess of vitamin E
mega dosing may lead to heart palpitations and digestive issues
