Minerals and Vitamins

Question 1

Which foods are good sources of vitamin A?

Answer 1

carrots and kale

Question 2

Vitamin D deficiency would more likely be seen in which athlete?
a. an outdoor track runner

b. a beach volleyball player

c. an indoor swimmer

d. an outdoor soccer player

Answer 2

c. an indoor swimmer

Question 3

Which of the following groups does NOT need a higher requirement of vitamin D?

a. people with excess body fat

b. people with darker skin tones

c. people taking medications that interfere with vitamin D metabolism

d. people who do not exercise

Answer 3

d. people who do not exercise

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT an excellent source of calcium?

a. milk

b. beef liver

c. tofu

d. cheese

Answer 4

b. beef liver

Question 5

What does EAR stand for?

Answer 5

estimated average requirement

Question 6

What two minerals is salt composed of?

Answer 6

sodium chloride

Question 7

Trace minerals are needed in ________ amounts.

Answer 7

small

Question 8

True or false: Vitamin D can be converted to its active form by the sun’s Ultraviolet rays

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Which fortified food product is vitamin D3 most notably found in?

a. milk

b. cheese

c. water

d. fruit juice

Answer 9

a. milk

Question 10

Vitamin E deficiency is seen in which group?

Answer 10

those with fat malabsorption disorders