Vitamin C Flashcards
1
Q
It boosts the…
A
Immune system
2
Q
What dos it help avoid?
A
Minor infections e.g. Colds and flus
3
Q
What type of vitamin is it?
A
Antioxidant - helps protect body against serious diseases e.g. Coronary heart disease(CAD) and cancer
4
Q
What type of food in vitamin C found in?
A
ONLY fruit and veg
5
Q
What are some good sources of food high in vitamin C?
A
- Peppers
- kiwi
- fresh toms
- citrus fruits
- All berries
- Broccoli
6
Q
How any portions of fruit and veg should we eat on a daily basis?
A
5 - 7
7
Q
What are some good ways to include VEGETABLES in our diet?
A
- Carrot cake
- veggie soup
- stew
- roast dinner
8
Q
What are some good ways to include FRUIT in our diet?
A
- smoothies
- blueberry muffins
- pavlova
- apple tart
9
Q
What does vitamin C help the body absorb?
A
Non haem iron
