Mix 1
This is known as the sunshine vitamin
Vitamin D
What are the two types of vitamins, and which vitamins belong to each group?
Fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins.
Fat-soluble are A, D, E, K
Water-soluble are C and B complex
What are the three main electrolytes involved in maintaining fluid balance in the body?
Potassium, sodium, and chloride
Dairy products and leafy greens are common dietary sources of this mineral.
Calcium
This vitamin was missing in the sailor’s diet
Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Vegans are at risk of deficiency in this vitamin, found primarily in animal products, and may need supplementation.
Vitamin B12
This mineral is essential for the thyroid to produce hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, and development.
Iodine
Fruits and vegetables of what color are the best sources of Vitamin A?
Yellow and orange fruits and vegetables
Shortness of breath, lack of energy, pale skin are the symptoms of what mineral deficiency?
Iron
This electrolyte helps maintain the electrical balance needed for proper heart rhythm and heart muscle contraction.
Potassium
What is the primary function of antioxidants, and name two vitamins that act as antioxidants?
The primary function of antioxidants is to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals; two vitamins that act as antioxidants are Vitamin C and Vitamin E.
Name 3 main micronutrients (2 vitamins and 1 mineral) that support immune system.
Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Zinc
What are the best dietary sources of vitamin D?
Fatty fish (salmon, sardines, trout, herring) and fish liver oils.
Smaller amounts are found in egg yolks, beef liver, and fortified milk.
Name the conditions that can result from a deficiency of Vitamin D and Calcium in children and adults.
Rickets in children
Osteomalacia / osteoporosis in adults
What mineral, primarily found in animal products, is essential for our sense of taste and smell?
Zinc
Which micronutrient can help our bodies absorb iron better?
Vitamin C
What is the primary function of Vitamin K?
Vitamin K's primary function is to help the body clot blood.
Name 3 fruits that are the best sources of Vitamin C?
Guava, papaya, and kiwi.
(citrus fruits like oranges take 4th place:)
Deficiencies in which micronutrients can lead to anemia? (one mineral and 3 vitamins)
Iron, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B9, Vitamin E
Eating polar bear liver may cause toxicity from an excessive amount of which vitamin?
Vitamin A
Since vitamin A is fat-soluble, it builds up in fatty tissue, particularly the liver. Polar bears have lots of fatty tissue, so they accumulate lots of vitamin A, particularly in their liver.
This vitamin is given to pregnant women to prevent neural tube deficits in newborns.
Vitamin B9 or folate
Name two vitamins and two minerals essential for bone health and formation.
Vitamin D, Vitamin K, Calcium, and Phosphorous
Nuts, seeds, whole grains, and dark chocolate are excellent sources of this micronutrient, involved in energy production and muscle relaxation.
Magnesium
What is xerophthalmia, and which vitamin deficiency can cause it?
Xerophthalmia is a disease that causes dry eyes due to vitamin A deficiency. If it goes untreated, it can progress into night blindness or spots on your eyes.