Vitamins

Which of these are water-soluble vitamins?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin B-group

• Vitamin E

Water-soluble vitamins are easily __________ and excreted by the body when taken in excess.

Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the ____________ and fatty tissues of the body.

Which of these are fat-soluble vitamins?

• Vitamin E, A, C and K

• Vitamin A, B and C

• Vitamin K, E, D and A

• Vitamin B, D and E

Which of these is TRUE about the function of Vitamin A?

• It is needed to help absorb calcium and ensure strong bones and teeth.

• It strengthens the body's immunity against infections and required for the production and activity of white blood cells.

• It helps with energy production in the body and helps to release energy from food.

• It enhances iron absorption in the body.

Which group of food is a good source of Vitamin A?

• Meat, liver, rice

• Orange, tuna, mushroom

• Oats, pork, barley

• Carrot, egg yolk, spinach

Vitamin D ensures ________________ absorption, which then allows it to be deposited into the bones (mineralisation)

Which of these groups is a good source of Vitamin D?

• Shiitake mushroom, apples, broccoli

• Papaya, meat, sweet potato leaves

• Fortified breakfast cereals, liver, tuna

• Sesame seeds, beef, kale

Which of the THREE vitamins are antioxidants that protect body cells against attacks by free radicals, which can cause health problems such as cancers and heart diseases?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin B

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin E

Which of the following is a rich source of vitamin E?

• Almond

• Butter

• Salmon

• Egg yolk

• All of the above