vitamins and minerals Flashcards

1
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What are the 6 main vitamins?

A

A, B1, B2, C, D, E, K

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2
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What is the function of vitamin A?

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helps vision, healthy immune system

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3
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What is the function of vitamin B1?

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healthy nervous system, release energy from carbohydrates

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4
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What is the function of vitamin B2?

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keeps skin, eyes and nervous system healthy, release energy from food

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5
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What is the function of vitamin C?

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absorption of Iron, helps wounds heal and resist infection

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6
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What is the function of vitamin D?

A

strong bones and teeth

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7
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DEFICIENCY: vitamin A

A

night blindess

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8
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DEFICIENCY: vitamin B1

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Beri Beri (muscle wasting disease)

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9
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DEFICIENCY: vitamin B2

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swollen tongue, sores around corners of mouth

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10
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DEFICIENCY: vitamin C

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scurvy, iron deficiency (anaemia)

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11
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DEFICIENCY: vitamin D

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calcium deficiency (weak teeth and bones), rickets

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12
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FOOD SOURCE: vitamin A

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oily fish, egg yolk, dairy products

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13
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FOOD SOURCE: vitamin B1

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red meat, dairy, products seeds, nuts, beans

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14
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FOOD SOURCE: vitamin B2

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red meat, dairy products

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15
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FOOD SOURCE: vitamin C

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citrus fruits, dark green veg

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16
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What are the 6 main minerals?

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  1. calcium
  2. iron
  3. potassium
  4. phosphorus
  5. magnesium
  6. sodium