A deficiency of this MAJOR mineral causes osteoporosis
What is calcium
This food is a good source of potassium
What are bananas- or any of the followin potatoes, sweet potatoes, oranges, grapefruit, apricots, tomatoes, spinach, kale, and avocado
The vitamin that is important for blood clotting
What is Vitamin K
This mineral carries oxygen in the blood
What is iron
The best way to get the different vitamins and minerals is to
Eat a variety of foods - eat a balanced diet
This vitamin is essential especially for pregnant women.
What is folic acid or vitamin B9
People who drink little milk or eat few vegetables may show signs of deficiency in this vitamin.
Vitamin A deficiency.
A lack of iron can create this symptom
What is Anemia
What are the two of the major food groups we can eat to get our vitamins and minerals from?
What are fruits and vegetables
This type of vitamin dissolves in the fat tissues of our body.
What is fat soluble or a, d, e, and k
Vitamin D also know as-
What is the sunshine vitamin
What are the deficiency symptoms of Vitamin A
Night blindness, dry eyes
The two types of minerals are
What are macro and trace minerals?
Good sources of Vitamin D
What is- Fatty Fish: salmon, sardines, tuna, or trout
What are the benefits of Vitamin A
What is vision and healthy skin
Name three major minerals
What is sodium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium
Good sources of Vitamin C
What are oranges OR can say any of the following-citrus fruits (like oranges and grapefruit), kiwifruit, strawberries, bell peppers, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts.