final Flashcards
all complex B vitamins
thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, choline
citrus fruits are good source of what vitamin?
vitamin C
T or F: there is a connection between neural tube defects and folate
true
what can a folate/b12 deficiency cause?
megaloblastic anemia
what does folic acid deter?
neural tube defect’s
Need for vitamin c increases if..?
you smoke
Water soluble vitamins are
are B complex vitamins and vitamin C
Primary food source of vitamin C
fruits and vegetables
Vitamin C is required to…
build collagen in skin
how is riboflavin destroyed?
by light
High doses of niacin can raise and lower what?
raise HDL
lower LDL + triglycerides
Primary function of riboflavin
helps release energy from carbs protein and fat
Pellagra is a consequence of what
niacin deficiency
thousands of phytochemical act as what
pigments and antioxidants
- T or F: Phytochemicals are essential
false; they are nonessential
T or F: phytochemical can prevent diabetes
true
Regular Caffeine intake (2 cups) has been found to decrease what?
risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Carotenoids are what food
dark leafy vegetables
why does cassava need to be soaked in water for 3 days?
it has cyanide
T or F: Phytochemicals play a role of preventing measles
true
Carotenoid zeaxanthin and lutein prevent the deterioration of…
the macula (eye) and improves maintenance of vision
beta carotene
Phytochemical that gives plants orange pigment
Cruciferous family foods…
broccoli, Brussel sprouts
Solanine
green spots found in potato’s if they aren’t in cool, dark place
Resveratrol
phytochemical found in skin of grapes, peanuts, tea, etc.
Diets high in phytate have been found to produce…
mineral deficiency
Iron deficiency anemia in young children is related to …
lasting retardation in mental development
Zink in whole grain products is bound to
phytates
what % of calcium in milk is absorbed
32%
what disease causes veins to become weak
hypertension
RDA for calcium is…
1,000 mg a day (500mg at a time)
Peak bone density is reached between ages
30 and 40
T or F: Body tries to dilute too much sodium
true
Iron deficiency anemia defined when someone is …
really pale
what helps rebuild enamel that is beginning to decay
floride
Diets low in potassium risk factor for
hypertension
Iodine is what kind of mineral
trace mineral
Blood pressure levels less than what is normal
120/80
what is the real name for table salt
sodium chloride
When buying supplements, they have to have …
supplemental facts panel
supplements of what may decrease blood clotting and interacts with blood thinners
garlic
what is an example of protein and an amino acid supplement
creatine
Someone experiencing blood loss will benefit from …
an iron suppliment
what 3rd party will tell you supplements meet standards for labeling, potency, pure
USP
Ginkgo biloba
an anti-coagulant; shouldn’t be used by anyone with bleeding or seizure disorders
ST John’s wort has had research saying …
it does help with depression
Research about prebiotics, probiotics and semiotics say they are good for symptoms of
urinary tract infections
T or F: Supplements can make certain function claims, and can say FDA does support the claim
false; have to say FDA DOESNT support
FDA relies on …
reports about ill-reviews from manufactures, health professionals, and consumers
hyperplasia
increase of number in cells when baby is developing
Women of normal weight gain should gain between __ pounds during pregnancy
25-35
Women who needs excess protein needs __ grams a day
25
Women should be getting food rich in __ several times a week
essential fatty acids
Inadequacy of folate will increase risk of baby…
having neural tube defect
Formation of neural tube forms within first __ days
21
how much folate should be consumed in fortified foods
400 mc
Maternal cigarette smoking is harmful because …
reduces blood flow to fetus + the risk of preterm baby
prolactin
Hormone stimulating glands that produce milk
DHA
Essential fatty acid that plays important role in brain and eye development ; found in breastmilk
when buying, what should you look for in infant formula?
iron, DHA, and amino acids
