Food Science Flashcards
What is the main function of vitamin A in the body?
Vision, immune function, and skin health
Which vitamin is essential for collagen synthesis and wound healing?
Vitamin C
True or False: Vitamin D is primarily obtained through diet.
False
Which vitamin is necessary for the absorption of calcium and phosphorus?
Vitamin D
What are the main food sources of vitamin E?
Nuts, seeds, and vegetable oils
What is the main function of vitamin K in the body?
Blood clotting
Which vitamin is crucial for red blood cell formation?
Vitamin B12
What is the main function of vitamin B6 in the body?
Metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis
True or False: Vitamin K is commonly found in leafy green vegetables.
True
Which vitamin is important for preventing neural tube defects in infants?
Folate (Vitamin B9)
What is the main function of vitamin B1 (Thiamine) in the body?
Energy metabolism
Which vitamin is essential for proper functioning of the thyroid gland?
Iodine
True or False: Vitamin C deficiency can lead to scurvy.
True
What is the main function of vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) in the body?
Energy production and antioxidant activity
Which mineral is important for maintaining healthy blood pressure and fluid balance?
Potassium
What is the main function of vitamin B3 (Niacin) in the body?
Energy production and DNA repair
True or False: Iron deficiency can lead to anemia.
True
Which mineral is important for bone health and muscle function?
Calcium
What is the main function of vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) in the body?
Synthesis of fatty acids and cholesterol
Which mineral is a component of hemoglobin and myoglobin?
Iron
True or False: Magnesium is important for muscle relaxation and nerve function.
True
What is the main function of vitamin B7 (Biotin) in the body?
Metabolism of fatty acids and amino acids
Which mineral is important for thyroid hormone production?
Iodine
True or False: Zinc deficiency can lead to impaired wound healing.
True
