T/F
True or False: The word “vitamin” comes from “vital amines.”
True – Early discoveries assumed all vitamins were amines, which is not the case.
Which of the following is a primary health benefit of Vitamin C?
A. It helps with calcium absorption and bone health.
B. It supports the production of collagen for skin, tendons, and blood vessels.
C. It boosts red blood cell production.
D. It enhances the absorption of iron from plant-based foods.
Answer: B. It supports the production of collagen for skin, tendons, and blood vessels.
Which vitamin is abundant in citrus fruits like oranges?
A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin B6
C. Vitamin C
D. Vitamin D
Answer: C. Vitamin C
True or False: Taking a megadose of vitamins has no health risks.
False – Excessive intake can lead to toxicities, especially with fat-soluble vitamins.
Which vitamin deficiency can lead to scurvy?
A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin B
C. Vitamin C
D. Vitamin D
Answer: C. Vitamin C
Which food is an excellent source of Vitamin A?
A. Carrots
B. Bananas
C. Chicken
D. Rice
Answer: A. Carrots
True or False: Cooking vegetables destroys all their vitamins.
False – While some vitamins (like C) may degrade with heat, others (like A and K) remain intact or become more digestible.
Which of the following vitamins plays a key role in maintaining healthy skin, vision, and immune function?
A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin B
C. Vitamin C
D. Vitamin D
Answer: A. Vitamin A
Which vitamin is commonly added to milk to fortify it?
A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin B
C. Vitamin C
D. Vitamin D
Answer: D. Vitamin D