B Vitamins
List at least 1 sign of a B vitamin deficiency.
Which mineral can come from your water supply or be found in toothpaste?
Fluoride
What are the fat-soluble vitamins? (Hint: There are 4)
Vitamins A, D, E, and K
Which vitamins are water-soluble?
Which vitamin is necessary to absorb calcium?
Vitamin D
Which B vitamin is essential for brain development and overall formation of new cells?
Folate (B9)
What mineral is added to table salt?
Iodine
What vitamin can you absorb from sunlight?
Vitamin D
Vitamin B3 is also known as...?
Niacin
Which vitamin does your intestinal bacteria make on it's own, accounting for half of your daily requirements?
Vitamin K
Which B vitamin helps to make red blood cells?
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
What mineral are potatoes high in?
Potassium
Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?
Vitamin K
Which B vitamin is needed to maintain normal vision?
Riboflavin (B2)
What mineral helps to manage blood sugar?
Chromium
What general function do almost all of the B vitamins have in common.
They are needed to metabolize (aka process) macronutrients (e.g., carbohydrates, proteins, and fats)
What are minerals that help to balance fluids in the body called?
Electrolytes
Which fat-soluble vitamin is an antioxidant?
Vitamin E
Which vitamin is abundant in organ meats?
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Which mineral is commonly associated with your immune system?
Zinc
What B vitamin should vegetarians take daily due to it being found almost exclusively in animal products?
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin)
Which mineral is found in red blood cells?
Iron
Which vitamin is used to help treat acne?
Vitamin A
Ascorbic acid is also known as...?
Vitamin C
What is the most abundant mineral in your body?
Calcium (in your bones)