Vitamins & Minerals Flashcards
1
Q
B1 - Thiamin
A
- Coenzyme in energy metabolism reactions.
- Nerve and muscle activity.
2
Q
B2 - Riboflavin
A
- Coenzyme in energy metabolism reactions.
- Skin and vision health.
3
Q
B3 - Niacin
A
- Coenzyme in energy metabolism reactions.
- Nerve health.
4
Q
Biotin
A
- Coenzyme in energy metabolism reactions.
- Breaks down fatty/amino acids.
5
Q
Folate/Folic Acid
A
- Coenzyme in energy metabolism reactions.
- Synthesizes DNA.
6
Q
Vitamin C
A
- Antioxidant
- Enhances iron absorption
7
Q
Vitamin A
A
- Vision
- Bone/tooth development
8
Q
Vitamin D
A
- Aid in bone growth
- Defend against infectious disease.
9
Q
Vitamin K
A
- Blood clotting
- Bone protein synthesis
10
Q
Vitamin E
A
- Antioxidant
- Protect cells and their membranes
11
Q
Sodium
A
- Fluid/electrolyte balance
- Muscle contractions
12
Q
Potassium
A
- Fluid/electrolyte balance
- Muscle contractions
13
Q
Calcium
A
- Bones and teeth
- Nerve function
14
Q
Phosphorus
A
- Bones and teeth
- Buffers in body
15
Q
Magnesium
A
- Bones and teeth
- Necessary for metabolic reactions
16
Q
Iron
A
- Part of hemoglobin
- Part of myoglobin
17
Q
Zinc
A
- Immune function
- Blood clotting
18
Q
Iodine
A
- Growth and reproduction
- Metabolism regulation
19
Q
Copper
A
- Part of enzymes
- Absorption and use of iron
20
Q
Fluoride
A
- Bone/teeth formation
- Resistance to tooth decay
