Generalities
How many vitamins our body needs?
13
Name of Vitamin C
Ascorbic Acid
Function of Vitamin B3
Metabolizes carbohydrates for energy.
3 sources of Vitamin D
Exposure to sunlight, fortified foods, fish liver oils.
There are two types of vitamins (T/F)
True
Name of Vitamin E
Tocopherol
Function of Vitamin K
Produces prothrombin in normal blood clotting.
3 sources of Vitamin B5
Animal sources, whole grains, legumes, yeast.
Name the types of vitamins
Fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins
Name of Vitamin B2
Riboflavin
Function of Vitamin B7 (Biotin)
Synthesizes fatty acids and helps in metabolism of carbohydrates
3 sources of Vitamin C
Citrus fruits, strawberries , tomatoes, sweet peppers, cabbage, potatoes, kale, parsley, broccoli.
Why are they so important?
Because of the function they have in our bodies.
Name of vitamin B12
Cyanocobalamin
Function of Vitamin B9
Essential for DNA synthesis and synthesis and maturation of red blood cells
3 sources of Vitamin A
Yellow/ orange fruits and vegetables, green leafy and steam vegetables, milk, butter, cheese, liver
Where we can find vitamins? and examples
Variety of healthy food. (Fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, whole grains)
Name of Vitamin K
Phytomenadione
Function of Vitamin B6
Metabolizes protein, synthesizes hemoglobin, and maintains integrity of central nervous system.
3 sources of Vitamin B1
Pork, liver, chicken, fish, beef, whole grains, wheat germ, dried yeast, enriched cereal products, nuts and lentils.