Vitamins Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of vitamin C?
A
Bioavailability of iron and production of hormones
2
Q
Sources of Vitamin C
A
- Tomato juice
- Green pepper
3
Q
What function of vitamin D?
A
Helps form and keep strong bones
4
Q
Why is sunlight important for vitamin D?
A
Sunlight contributes to the creation of vitamin D. In the skin there is a protein that converts into vitamin D when it interacts with the UV from the sun.
5
Q
Sources of vitamin D
A
- Cod liver oil
- Swordfish
6
Q
What is the function of vitamin A?
A
It helps with vision
7
Q
Source of vitamin A
A
- Liver, beef
- Herring
8
Q
What is the function of vitamin K
A
- Helps w/ blood clotting
9
Q
Source of Vitamin K
A
- Asparagus
- Celery
10
Q
Function of vitamin E
A
Antioxidant
11
Q
Sources of Vitamin E
A
- Plant sources
- Canola oil & olive oil
