Calcium
Where are the majority of the body's calcium found?
Bones and teeth
What percent of water makes up the adult body weight?
60%
What 5 things does Vitamin A promote?
Vision, reproduction and growth, immunity and integrity of mucous membranes
Excess fat soluble vitamins trave through kidneys for eliminations
False
Where do fat soluble vitamins travel through?
Lymphatic system in chylomicrons
What % of calcium can adults absorb after ingested?
30%
Salt dissolves in water and separates into ions
Positive Ions = ?
Neative Ions = ?
Cations and Anions
What happens when there is a lack of vitamin A at the cornea?
Blindness
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that all adults need
False
What 2 places are excess fat soluble vitamins stored?
Liver and Adipose Tissue
What helps make calcium-binding protein thats needed for absorption?
Vitamin D
Kidneys are central to what 2 things?
Blood volime regualtion and Blood pressure maintenenace
What causes night blindness?
Inadequate supply of retinal to the retina
Phosphorus transports lipids in the blood
True
What is Vitamin D's special role?
Assist in absorption of calcium and phosphorus to help maintain blood concentration.
What keeps calcium soluble in the stomach?
Stomach Acidity
Which electrolytes are found inside (4) and outside (3) the cell?
Inside - potassium, magnesium, phosphate and sulfate
Outside - Sodium, chloride and calcium
Where is 90% of Vitamin A stored?
Liver
Magnesium maintains bone health but is not necessary for energy metabolism
False; maintains bone health but IS necessary for energy metabolism
What effects does Osteomalacia have on the body?
Poor mineralization of bones and causes bones to be soft, flexible and deformed
What 2 things inhibit calcium absorption from vegetables and whole grains?
Oxalates and Phylates
What are the effects of Vitamin E deficiency?
And
Is Vitamin E deficiency common?
Red blood cells break open - erthrocyte hemolysis
No because it is in most foods
What is a deficiency of Vitamin A likely related to?
Lack of Fruits and Veggies in diet
Calcium involves a system of hormones and vitamin D
True
What does does Vitamin D Toxicity do?
Raises blood calcium concentrations