micro nutrients Flashcards
what are the 2 micro nutrients?
vitamins & minerals
what are the functions of vitamin B12?
to form red blood cells
what are the symptoms of lacking B12?
extreme tiredness, muscles weakened . sore tongue , can cause Anemia
what is the function of vitamin a ?
important for vision, immune system, growth and development of body
what are the symptoms of lacking vitamin a?
vision loss & blindness
what are the functions of vitamin c?
help to protect cells keeping them healthy
what are the symptoms of lacking vitamin c?
tired, weak, irretable
what are the functions of vitamin e ?
anti-doxidant, helps immune system battle viruses . Found in cell membrane parents cell damage
what are the symptoms of lacking vitamin e?
decreased night vision, loss of feelings in arm and legs
What are the sources of vitamin b12?
Meat , fish , egg , milk, cheese
What are sources of retinol ( vitamin a) ?
Animal sources e.g fish , liver ,eggs
What are sources of carotene ( vitamin a?
Carrots, spinach , tomatoes
What are the sources of vitamin c ?
Berries, tomatoes, peppers
What is the food preparation in vitamin c?
Is very quickly destroyed by exposure to air , moist , water dissolves
What are the sources of vitamin e?
Lettuce, sunflower , milk, egg yolks
