Vitamins

Question 1

Fat-soluble vitamins

Answer 1

A, D, E, K

Question 2

Vitamin A

Answer 2

Retinol, Retinoic acid

Question 3

Vitamin A promotes…

Answer 3

good vision, skin, mucous membranes, protectant from cancers, increases resistance to infection

Question 4

Sources for vitamin A

Answer 4

liver, eggs, fortified milk, fish, fruits, and vegetables with beta-carotene

Question 5

Vitamin D

Answer 5

cholecalciferol, ergosterol, calciferol

Question 6

Vitamin D promotes

Answer 6

strong bones and teeth, aids in calcium absorption, helps maintain blood levels of calcium and phosphorus; and may reduce the risk of osteoporosis

Question 7

Sources of Vitamin D

Answer 7

milk, fish oil, fortified margarine, produced by the body with exposure to sunlight

Question 8

Vitamin E

Answer 8

tocopherol

Question 9

Vitamin E promotes

Answer 9

formation of RBC’s and utilization of vitamin k, antioxidant; prevents the oxidation of polysaturated fatty acids and of vitamin a and c

Question 10

Sources of Vitamin E

Answer 10

nuts, vegetable oils, wheat germ, leafy greens, seeds, olives, asparagus, almonds

Question 11

Vitamin K

Answer 11

phylloquinone, menadione

Question 12

Vitamin K promotes

Answer 12

essential for normal blood clotting by activating proteins and calcium; may help prevent hip fractures

Question 13

Sources of vitamin K

Answer 13

body produces most of daily needs, broccoli, cauliflower, milk, leafy greens, cabbage, eggs, soybeans

Question 14

Water soluble vitamins

Answer 14

C, B vitamins

Question 15

Vitamin C

Answer 15

ascorbic acid

Question 16

Vitamin C promotes

Answer 16

healthy gums and teeth, aids in iron absorption, healing of wounds, maintains connective tissue, antioxidant

Question 17

sources of Vitamin C

Answer 17

citrus fruits/juices, strawberries, peppers, broccoli, potatoes, cauliflower, kale, cantaloupe

Question 18

Vitamin B1

Answer 18

thiamine

Question 19

Vitamin B1 promotes

Answer 19

helps body’s cells convert carbs into energy, necessary for healthy brain, nerve cells and heart function

Question 20

Sources of vitamin B1

Answer 20

whole grains, dried beans, lean meats, liver wheat germ, nuts, fish, Brewer’s yeast

Question 21

Vitamin B2

Answer 21

Riboflavin

Question 22

Vitamin B2 promotes

Answer 22

helps convert carbs into energy, essential for growth, production of RBCs, healthy eyes and skin

Question 23

Sources of vitamin B2

Answer 23

dairy, eggs, liver, meat, fish, leafy greens, beans and nuts

Question 24

Vitamin B3

Answer 24

Niacin

Question 25

Vitamin B3 promotes

Answer 25

vitamin b3 promotes
aids in release of energy from foods, helps maintain healthy skin, nerves, and digestive system; large doses lower elevated blood cholesterol

Question 26

Sources of Vitamin B3

Answer 26

nuts, meat, fish, chicken, liver and dairy

Question 27

Vitamin B5

Answer 27

pantothenic acid

Question 28

Vitamin B5 promotes

Answer 28

vital to metabolism of food and production of essential body chemicals like lipids, hemoglobin and neurotransmitters

Question 29

sources of vitamin B5

Answer 29

whole grains, dried beans, eggs, milk and liver

Question 30

Vitamin B6

Answer 30

pyridoxine

Question 31

Vitamin B6 promotes

Answer 31

important in chemical reactions of proteins and amino acids, helps maintain brain function and formation of RBCs, may boost immune system in elderly

Question 32

sources of Vitamin B6

Answer 32

whole grains, bananas, meat, beans, nuts, wheat germ, chicken, fish and liver

Question 33

Vitamin B12

Answer 33

cobalamin

Question 34

Vitamin B12 promotes

Answer 34

necessary for development of RBCs and DNA, maintains normal function of the nervous system by protecting nerve cells and encouraging their growth

Question 35

sources of Vitamin B12

Answer 35

liver, beef, pork, poultry, eggs, dairy and shellfish

Question 36

Vitamin B9

Answer 36

Folic acid

Question 37

Vitamin B9 promotes

Answer 37

synthesis of DNA, normal growth, protein metabolism, reduces risk of birth defects (brain and spine) may reduce risk of colon cancer

Question 38

sources of Vitamin B9

Answer 38

leafy greens, wheat germ, liver, beans, whole grains, broccoli and citrus fruit

Question 39

Vitamin B7

Answer 39

Biotin

Question 40

Vitamin B7 promotes

Answer 40

important in metabolism of protein, carbs, and fats; needed for healthy bones and hair

Question 41

sources of Vitamin B7

Answer 41

eggs, milk, liver, Brewer’s yeast, mushrooms, bananas, grains, soybeans and fish

Question 42

Vitamin A deficiency and toxicity

Answer 42

Deficiency: Xerosis (dry skin), hyperkeratosis, immune function, xerophthalmia

Toxicity: blurry vision, bone pain, nausea, skin peeling, hypercarotenemia

Question 43

Vitamin D deficiency and toxicity

Answer 43

Deficiency: hypercalcemia

Toxicity: rickets, poor bone and muscle health

Question 44

Vitamin E deficiency and toxicity

Answer 44

Deficiency: muscle weakness, and numbness

Toxicity: GI distress, nausea, interferes with clotting

Question 45

Vitamin K deficiency and toxicity

Answer 45

Deficiency: bad blood clotting

Toxicity: Rare

Question 46

Vitamin C deficiency and toxicity

Answer 46

deficiency: rough skin, spoon-shaped nails, easy bruising, slowly healing wounds, swollen joints, scurvy

Toxicity: Diarrhea, nausea, abdominal cramps, kidney stones

Question 47

Vitamin B1(thiamine) deficiency

Answer 47

Beriberi

Question 48

Vitamin B3 (niacin) deficiency

Answer 48

pellagra, dry rough skin

Question 49

Vitamin B9 (folate) deficiency

Answer 49

spina bifida, macrocytic anemia

Question 50

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) deficiency

Answer 50

nerve damage, pernicious anemia