Vitamins and Minerals

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When our body is low in or missing an essential nutrient this is called a

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deficiency

Front

Which vitamin can be obtained from sunlight?

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Vitamin D

Front

Beta-carotene and retinol are two types of vitamin ______.

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Vitamin A

Front

Plants absorb minerals from the _______.

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soil

Front

Proteins, fats, and carbs are known as _______________ because they are needed in large amounts.

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macronutrients

Front

Which mineral helps build strong bones? Options: calcium, vitamin C, collagen, chromium

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calcium

Front

Women are more at risk for anemia.

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True

Front

Fat soluble vitamins have a potential risk of toxicity (too much that can make you sick) if _____________________.

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They are being taken as a supplement

Front

A ______________ is a chemically reactive molecule that can cause damage to the body and accelerate the aging process.

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free radical

Front

There is more iron in meat than in most vegetables.

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True