Vitamin D Flashcards
1
Q
What is vitamin D
A
Fat soluble vitamin
2
Q
Vitamin D functions
A
Allows calcium absorption and use
Promotes good immune health
Regulate blood pressure
May prevent SAD
3
Q
Vitamin D deficiency
A
Rickets
Osteomalacia
Bone loss
Hyperparathyroidism
4
Q
Vitamins D sources
A
Synthesized by body
Fortified milk
Margarine
Butter
Cereals
Eggs
Liver