nutrient deficiencies and excesses Flashcards
1
Q
what is rickets?
A
soften and weakening of bones in children
causes by lack of vitamin d
2
Q
what is pellagra?
A
niacin deficiency
3
Q
goitre
A
irregular growth of the thyroid
iodine deficiency
4
Q
what is anemia?
A
iron deficiency
5
Q
what is osteoporosis?
A
weakens bones
calcium deficiency
6
Q
what is scurvy?
A
vitamin c deficiency
7
Q
what is kwashiorkor
A
protein deficiency
8
Q
marasmus
A
calorie deficiency
9
Q
what is beriberi?
A
thiamine deficiency
10
Q
what is iron toxicity?
A
consuming too much iron (pills)
11
Q
what is flurosis?
A
consuming too much fluoride
