Functions of Vitamins
Deficiency in this vitamin can cause scurvy
BONUS 50 points - what is one function of this vitamin?
Vitamin C
antioxidant, immune support, wound healing
You get the majority of this vitamin through daily sun exposure in the spring through early fall. BONUS 50 points - what are food sources of this vitamin?
Vit D
Fish, egg yolks, fortified milk or cereal
This mineral is needed for maintaining fluid levels and assisting nerves in sending messages throughout the body
Na OR K+
Dairy products, leafy greens, and fortified foods such as orange juice are great sources of this mineral.
Calcium
Found in small quantities in food and essential for normal body functioning. Also the topic we are covering today
micronutrients
This vitamin helps with the absorption of calcium to support strong bones and teeth
Vit D
We often think of citrus fruit as a good source, but you can also find this vitamin in strawberries, kiwi, broccoli, and bell peppers
Vit C
Two minerals that are essential for strong bones and teeth
Ca and Phos
You can find this mineral in meat (especially red meat), fish, eggs, beans, leafy greens, and grains.
Bonus 50 points - which vitamin helps increase the absorption of Iron?
Iron
Vit C
What are the two ways vitamins are classified
water or fat soluble
This vitamin is essential for vision and helps with skin health, growth, and reproduction
Vitamin A
Whole grains, vegetable oils, egg yolk, nuts, and seeds are great sources of this vitamin.
E
Deficiency in this mineral causes anemia. Bonus 50 points - what is the function of this mineral?
Iron
part of hemoglobin in RBCs; help to carry oxygen from lungs to body
Bananas, potatoes, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, citrus, legumes, and milk products are an excellent source of this mineral
the four fat soluble vitamins
A, D, E, K
As a fat soluble vitamin, this antioxidant is helps protect the cell membrane and DNA
Vit E
This vitamin is primarily found in leafy green veggies
Vit K
This mineral wears many hats. Some of its important functions include helping support muscle and nerve function, bone strength, and keeping the heart beat steady.
Magnesium
What is the name of Ellie's cat?
Kitty Cat
The process by which specific nutrients are added (or added back) to foods to help prevent nutritional deficiencies
Bonus 50: Name at least 3 micronutrients that may be found in fortified or enriched foods
fortification - or enrichment
iodine, calcium, vitamin D, b-vitamins
This vitamin helps with blood clotting and bone growth
K
This group of vitamins is found in a variety of foods including whole grains, leafy green veggies, legumes, and animal products
B vitamins
This mineral plays a key role in our immune function, helps with cell growth, and wound healing
Zinc
Chocolate is a good source of this mineral. Other sources include whole grains, green leafy veggies, seafood, and nuts
Magnesium
strawberries