Micronutrients Vitamins Flashcards
1
Q
What are the fat soluble vitamins
A
A D E K
2
Q
What are the water soluble vitamins
A
C Bcomplex
3
Q
What do the ace vitamins do
A
Prevent heart disease and cancers
(Anti-oxidants)
4
Q
Other names for vitamin A and what does it do
A
Retinol and caratine
Protects the lining of tissues e.g throat lining
Required for growth in children
5
Q
Effect of not enough vitamin A
A
The intake of essential fatty acids such as omega 3s are reduced
Fat soluble vitamins may be reduced
6
Q
Too much vitamin A
A
Can lead to obesity
Can lead to high blood pressure and cornary heart disease
