This deficiency is caused by the lack of vitamin C in your diet. Some symptoms are fever and bleeding.
What is Scurvy?
100
This deficiency is caused by eating egg-whites every day. Some symptoms are hair loss and depression.
What is Biotin?
100
These are helper molecules in chemical reactions.
What is a vitamin?
100
This Additive is a cheap sweetener. Some side effects are obesity and tooth decay.
What is Corn Syrup?
100
This additive prevents freezer burn and helps to thicken foods. Some side effects are diarrhea and gas.
What is Guar gum?
200
This deficiency is caused by the lack of Vitamin B1 in the body or not being able to use the Vitamin. Some symptoms are vomiting and fatigue.
What is Beriberi?
200
This deficiency is caused by the lack of riboflavin in your diet. Some symptoms are cracking of the lips and tongue redness.
What is Ariboflavinosis?
200
These things are nutrients that are not made in living things. They are made from soil and absorbed into plants through their roots.
What is a mineral?
200
This additive is cheap fat. It raises bad cholesterol and lowers good cholesterol.
What is Hydrogenated oil?
200
This deficiency is caused by the lack of healthy red blood cells in your body and the lack of iron. Some symptoms are chest pain and dizziness.
What is Iron deficiency?
300
This deficiency is caused by the lack of vitamin D, calcium, and phosphate. Some symptoms are spine and pelvic deformations.
What is Rickets?
300
This deficiency is caused because of the loss of bone density, meaning weaker bones. Some symptoms are hunched back and neck pains.
What is Calcium deficiency?
300
These are the most efficient source of energy for the body. They need to be broken down into simple sugars.
What is a carbohydrate?
300
This addictive is a supplement to Vitamin C. Some side effects are upset stomach and risk of kidney stones.
What is Ascorbic acid?
300
This additive mimics the taste of sugar while lowering the amount of calories. Some side effects are asthma and loss of hair.
What is Aspartame?
400
This deficiency is caused by the lack of niacin and tryptophan. Some symptoms are mental confusions and diarrhea.
What is Pellagra?
400
This deficiency is caused by the lack of Vitamin A, birth defects, age, and certain medications. Some symptoms are dry eyes and blurred vision.
What is Night Blindness?
400
These provide a slow release of energy, help to form cell membranes, protect inner organs, and insulate the body. They need to be broken down into fatty acids.
What is a fat?
400
This additive is added to food to give a sour taste and to help with shelf-life. Some side effects are paralysis and blood in urine.
What is Tartaric acid?
400
This deficiency is caused by the lack of calories and nutrients that keep your body healthy. Some symptoms are weight loss and loss of appetite.
What is Protein Deficiency?
500
This deficiency is caused by the lack of vitamin B12 in your diet. Some symptoms are memory loss and swollen tongue.
What is Hypocabalaminemia?
500
This deficiency is caused by nerve damage. Symptoms include numbness and burning sensation.
What is Paraesthesia?
500
These are needed for tissue growth and repair. They also play a role in chemical reactions. They need to be broken down into amino acids.
What is a protein?
500
This additive preserves the food color, odor, and taste of food and drinks. Some side effects are hyperactivity and possibility of cancer.
What is BHT?
500
This deficiency is caused by the lack of Vitamin A and protein, and also because of a poor diet. Some symptoms are night blindness and sight loss.