sec 1: nutrients Flashcards
what does vitamin A provide
it keeps our eyes healthy so that we can see in dim light.
It also helps us to maintain healthy skin
A lack of vitamin D can cause…
Rickets in children
vitamin C helps in..
The absorption of iron from food.
what is calcium needed for?
it helps the body maintain strong bones and teeth
it is also needed for blood clotting after an injury
A deficiency in ____ can cause muscle cramps
sodium
three importants of water
Transport minerals
Removes waste produced from our body
Regulates body temperature
what will happen if one does not consume enough water?
She will suffer from dehydration which leads you to her being thirsty. Severe dehydration may lead to heat stroke and even death
why would someone have difficulty passing their bowels
They are experiencing constipation as solid waste is too hard and dry
