Nutrition Case 5: Vitamin A and Eye Health

Question 1

what is the general function of vitamin A?

Answer 1

growth, development, viosn and immune function

Question 2

vitamin A is actually a group of ___

Answer 2

organic compounds (retinol, retinal, provitamin carotenoids like beta-carotene)

Question 3

what are the RDIs for males and females for vitamin A?

Answer 3

M: 900mcg F: 700mcg

Question 4

what are some food sources of vitamin A?

Answer 4

cod liver oil, liver, sweet potato and carrots

Question 5

vision loss in macular degeneration occurs with the formation of __

Answer 5

yellow or white spots in central vision

Question 6

Wet AMD is responsible for ___% of cases involving severe vision loss from all types

Answer 6

90