micronutrients Flashcards
Vitamin A
Fat soluble
For eyesight
Normal growth in kids
Resistance to infection - immune system
Vitamin A food sources
Oily fish
Full cream milk
Cheese
Vitamin D
Fat soluble
Strong bones and teeth
Absorption of Calcium and Phosphorus
Vitamin D food sources
Salmon
Eggs
Butter
Vitamin B1 (thiamine)
Water soluble
converts carbs into energy
Heart, muscles and nervous system
Vitamin B1 food sources
Fortified bread
Lean meats
Fortified cereals
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)
Water soluble
Healthy skin and eyes
Cell growth
Vitamin B2 food sources
Yeast extract
Almonds
Legumes
Vitamin B3 (niacin)
Water soluble
Turns food into energy
Nerve function
Healthy skin
Vitamin B3 food sources
Red meat
Fish
Fortified cereals
Vitamin C
Water soluble
Healing wounds and resists infection
assists absorption of iron
Vitamin C food sources
Citrus fruits
Mangoes
Green vegetables
