Vitamins and Minerals Flashcard

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What is the primary function of vitamins and minerals in the body?

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Support body functions and growth

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Fat-soluble vitamins include all except: Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin C, Vitamin K

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Vitamin C

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What is the primary source of vitamin D?

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Sunlight

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Iron deficiency can lead to:

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Anemia

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What is the main function of vitamin C?

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Collagen production and immune support

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Which vitamin is involved in red blood cell formation?

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Vitamin B12

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Which mineral is essential for thyroid function?

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Iodine

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Vitamin K is essential for:

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Blood clotting

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Why do water-soluble vitamins need to be consumed regularly?

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They are not stored in large amounts in the body

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Foods rich in calcium include:

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Dairy products and leafy green vegetables