Vitamins Flashcards
1
Q
A (retinol)
A
- liver, milk, yellow and green veggies
? Skin mucous membranes healthy
? Forming photoreceptors in retina
? Anti-oxidant
x night blindness
x dryness of cornea
2
Q
D (calciferol)
A
- fish oil, egg yolk, butter
? Absorption of calcium and phosphorus
? Bones and teeth
x rickets
x osteomalacia
3
Q
E
A
- plant oils, nuts, leafy greens
? Anti-oxidant
? Protection aging
x damaged nervous system
4
Q
K
A
- small intestine bacteria, wheat germ
? Synthesis of protein for clotting of blood
x clotting of blood hampered
5
Q
C (ascorbic acid)
A
- citrus, tomatoes, strawberries
?collagen
? Healthy blood vessels
? Connective tissue
? Absorption of iron
x scurvy
x weak capillary vessels
6
Q
B1 (thiamine)
A
- liver, whole grain, yeast
? Co-enzyme
? Healthy appetite
? Prevents constipation
x beriberi
x lack of energy
7
Q
B2 (riboflavin)
A
- liver, milk, eggs, chicken, tuna
? Co- enzyme
x dermatitis
x sores in corners of mouth
8
Q
B3 (niacin)
A
- Meat, whole grain, legumes
? Co- enzyme
x pellagra
x reactions in cells are blocked
9
Q
RDA
A
Recommend daily amount
10
Q
FDA
A
Federal dietitian association
