Micronutrient Flashcards

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I am a mineral
I am an essential mineral found in electrolytes
You can get me in soup and pedialyte packets
If you don’t have enough of me, it can lead to muscle weakness
What am I?

A

Sodium

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I am a mineral
I give protein to red blood cells and protein to muscles
You can find me in red meat
Without me, you may feel light headed and develop headaches
What am I?

A

Iron

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I am a water soluble vitamin
I support the immune system and provide collagen protection
You can find me in oranges
Without me, I have another name: scurvy
What am I?

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Vitamin C

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I am a fat soluble vitamin
I control bone health by regulating calcium
I love fatty fish and some dairy products
Without me, your bones can get soft and fragile
What am I?

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Vitamin D

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I am a fat soluble vitamin
I help with your vision, growth, and skin
You can find me in carrots
Without me, you could have night blindness and dry and rough skin
What am I?

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Vitamin A

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I am a water soluble vitamin
I give you energy in your metabolism and help with nerve function
I love whole grains
Without me, I go by the name of beriberi which leads to nerve damage and you get really tired.
What am I?

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Vitamin B1

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I am a water soluble vitamin
I help with the conversion of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into energy
You can find me in milk
Without me, you may get a sore throat.
What am I?

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Vitamin B2

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I am a water soluble vitamin
I hep with DNA repair and cell signaling
You can find me in pork or tuna
Without me, you can get pellagra (I could kill you if you don’t have enough of me)
What am I?

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Vitamin B3

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I am a fat soluble vitamin
I am an antioxidant that protects cells from damage
You can find me in nuts
It is rare to not have enough of me but you won’t have the best vision and will feel muscle weakness.
What am I?

A

Vitamin E

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I am a fat soluble vitamin
I help in blood clotting and bone metabolism
You can find me in green leafy veggies
Without me, you will have weak muscles, poor bone health, and bleeding due to blood clots.
What am I?

A

Vitamin K

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I am a water soluble vitamin
I help with energy metabolism and contribute to the synthesis of coenzyme A
You can find me in organ meats and dairy products
Without me, you may feel tingling in hands and feet and fatigue
What am I?

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Vitamin B5

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I am water soluble vitamin
I help with biochemical reactions in the body such as amino acid metabolism
You can find me in Chicken
Without me, you will be irritable, depressed, and confused
What am I?

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Vitamin B6

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I am a water soluble vitamin
I help with DNA synthesis and cell division
You can find me in green veggies and citrus fruit
Without me, you may notice large immature red blood cells and shortness of breath. This could be bad for your baby if pregnant
What am I?

A

B9

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13
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I am a water soluble vitamin
I may be called biotin and play a role in metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
You may find me in eggs yolks
Without me, your hair will thin out and have muscle pain
What am I?

A

B7

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I am a water soluble vitamin
I help with DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation
You can find me in animal products especially liver
Without me, you will feel weak, fatigue, and constipation
What am I?

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B12

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I am a mineral nutrient
I help with the body’s structure and function like the bone and teeth
You can find me in dairy products
You may get weakened bones without me and loss of appetite
What am I?

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Phosphorus

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I am a mineral nutrient
I help maintain fluid balance and blood pressure
You can find me in salt
Without me, you may feel dehydrated
What am I?

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Magnesium

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I’m a mineral nutrient
I help maintain electrolyte balance, pH balance, and fluid balance
You can find me in table salt, seaweed, olives, celery and tomatoes
Without me you’ll be dehydrated and excessively sweat
What am I?

A

Chloride

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I’m a mineral nutrient
I help regulate fluid balance, maintain proper muscle function, and support heart health
You can find me in bananas, oranges, potatoes, spinach, avocado, tomatoes, and beans
Without me you’ll have muscle weakness, fatigue, cramps, and high blood pressure
What am I?

A

Potassium

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I’m a mineral nutrient
I help facilitate production of red blood cells, support the immune function, contribute to the formation of collagen and connective tissues
You can find me shellfish, liver, kidneys, nuts, and whole grains.
Although it’s rare to have low deficiency with me, without me you can get various health issues like anemia, reduced immune function, and impaired growth and development in children
What am I?

A

Copper

20
Q

I’m a mineral nutrient
I help support the immune system, I act as a antioxidant to protect cells from damage, as well as supporting growth and development during pregnancy, childhood, and adolescence
You can find me in oysters, meat, nuts, and whole grains
Without me you can develop impaired immune function, hair loss, skin problems, loss of appetite
What am I?

A

Zinc

21
Q

I’m a mineral nutrient
I play a crucial role in thyroid function
You can find me in iodized salt, seafood, dairy products, and eggs
Without me you can develop hypothyroidism
What am I?

A

Iodine

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I’m a mineral nutrient
I play crucial role in dental health
You can find me in toothpaste
Without me you can lead to an increased risk in dental cavities
What am I?

A

Fluoride

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I’m a mineral nutrient
I contribute to the structure of proteins, enzymes, and hormones
You can find me in meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products
Without me you may develop impaired protein synthesis, decrease in immune system, and poor wound healing
What am I?

A

Sulfur