micro nutrients. Flashcards
Phosphorus- deficiency.
rare. not know to occur.
link to calcium deficiency.
Phosphorus-function.
contributes to formulation of teeth and bones.
breaks down energy from food.
Phosphorus-sources.
cereal.
dairy.
eggs.
meat.
Phosphorus-excess.
weak muscles.
vitamin c- deficiency.
anemia.
scurvy.
vitamin c- function.
protects body from infections.
heals wounds.
vitamin c- sources.
citrus.
tomatoes.
strawberries.
green vegetables.
potatoes.
vitamin c- excess.
no known.
fluoride- function.
to strengthen the enamel layer of teeth.
fluoride- sources.
saltwater fish, tea.
some water authorities fortify their water supply with fluoride.
fluoride- deficiency.
teeth may develop cavities and require fillings.
vitamin k- function.
normal clotting of blood.
vitamin k- sources.
green leafy vegetables.
cheese, bacon and liver.
vitamin k- deficiency/ excess.
a deficiency is rare.
new born babies are given a dose of vitamin k.
