vitamins/minerals Flashcards
1
Q
vitamin A
A
- good vision
- carrots, spinach
2
Q
vitamin B12
A
- normal nerve function
- meat, milk
3
Q
vitamin C
A
- connective tissue
- oranges, red pepper
4
Q
viramin D
A
- bones/teeth
- salmon, eggs
5
Q
vitamin E
A
- normal cell membranes
- veg oils, nuts
6
Q
vitamin K
A
- blood clotting
- spinach, soybeans
7
Q
calcium
A
- bones and teeth
- dairy, green leafy vegs
8
Q
potassium
A
- nerve/muscle function
- bananas, spinach, broccoli, sweet potatoes
9
Q
sodium
A
- nerve/muscle function
- vegs, pickles, salted meats
10
Q
magnesium
A
- nerve/muscle function
- nuts, spinach
11
Q
iodine
A
- maintain metabolic rate
- fish, shellfish, fortified salt
12
Q
iron
A
- red blood cells
- red meat, kidney beans, chickpeas, nuts
