Vitamins + Minerals Flashcards
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Source: fish, meat, poultry
Function: carb + fat metabolism
Vitamin E
Source: fortified cereal, nuts, oils and greens
Function: protection of cell destruction and formation of blood cells
Calcium
normal blood clotting
bone and tooth development
nerve and muscle function
Sources’ to increase Vitamin A (Retinol)?
good source is yellow and orange foods
oranges, egg yolks, fish oil, butter, milk
Vitamin K
Source: dairy and grain products
Function: normal blood clotting, bone growth
Fat Soluble
Vitamins A, D, E, K
Potassium
fluid balance
muscle contractions
nerve, muscle, heart function
Biotin function…
Source: liver, cereal, grains, yeast, legumes
Function: carb, fat and protein metabolism
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamins)
Source: meats, seafood, dairy products, molasse
Function: nerve cell devolvement and maintenance
A medical assistant is providing education on bone loss and calcium regulation. Which supplement should be recommended?
Vitamin D
a fat soluble vitamin that regulates the absorption of calcium and aid in building bones and teeth
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Source: milk, butter, meat, fish oil
Function: night vision, cell growth, health of skin
Trace Minerals
20mg or less to promote health
iron, iodine, zinc, copper, fluoride
Major Minerals
100mg+ to promote health
calcium, sodium, potassium, magnesium
Sodium
fluid balance
glucose transport
acid base balance
muscle and nerve production
Iron
formation of hemoglobin in red blood cells