What criteria must be met in order to classify a compound as a vitamin? correct answers Absence of the compound from the diet for a defined period produces deficiency symptoms that, if caught in time, are quickly cured when the substance is resupplied
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What criteria must be met in order to classify a compound as a vitamin? correct answers Absence
of the compound from the diet for a defined period produces deficiency symptoms that, if caught
in time, are quickly cured when the substance is resupplied
How does vitamin A support the immune system? correct answers It maintains the health of
epithelial tissue, which forms a barrier against infection.
Vitamin D is important for bone health because it correct answers regulates the absorption and
excretion of calcium and phosphorus.
The main function of vitamin K in the body is correct answers activation of blood clotting
factors.
What function do many B vitamins serve in the production of energy? correct answers they
function as coenzymes
thiamin deficiency correct answers beriberi; weakness and loss of appetite, nervous tingling
throughout the body, poor coordination, and severe edema
riboflavin deficiency correct answers inflammation of the mouth and tongue, inflamed skin, and
cracking of the tissue at the corners of the mouth
niacin deficiency correct answers initial symptoms include poor appetite, weakness, and weight
loss; pellagra - dementia, diarrhea, dermatitis and death
vitamin C deficiency correct answers weakness, slow wound healing, bone pain, bleeding gums,
and pinpoint hemorrhages on the skin
vitamin B-12 deficiency correct answers anemia characterized by many large red blood cells in
the bloodstream despite adequate folate intake; can lead to nerve degeneration, paralysis, and
death
niacin toxicity correct answers skin flushing
vitamin A toxicity correct answers birth defects
vitamin C toxicity correct answers diarrhea
folic acid toxicity correct answers can mask vitamin B-12 deficiency
What is a criterion for choosing a multivitamin-mineral supplement? correct answers the
supplement provides nutrients less than or close to the recommended intake
, What is the best way to incorporate phytochemicals into your diet? correct answers Consume a
variety of brightly colored fruits and vegetables
Why are fruits and vegetables so often implicated in cancer prevention? correct answers they
provide antioxidant vitamins and minerals; diets high in fiber can aid weight management
efforts; they provide phytochemicals
functions of water correct answers participant in chemical reactions, regulation of body
temperature, lubrication of joints
factors that affect hydration status correct answers caffeine intake, alcohol intake, humidity,
altitude
function of hemoglobin correct answers Hemoglobin transports oxygen from lungs to body cells
and also returns carbon dioxide to the lungs for excretion
Phytic acid_____ the absorption of zinc from grains correct answers decreases
Oxalic acid_____ the absorption of calcium from spinach correct answers decreases
refinement of grains ____ the mineral content of grain products correct answers decreases
vitamin C _______ the absorption of iron from foods correct answers increases
vitamin D ______ the absorption of calcium from foods correct answers increases
A person with osteoporosis has much less ___________ bone than someone without
osteoporosis. correct answers trabecular
To reduce risk for chronic diseases, the Physical Activity Guidelines recommend that most adults
should perform at least correct answers 150-300 minutes of physical activity per week
At rest, our energy primarily comes from correct answers fatty acids
Starting an activity, we use correct answers more glucose for our energy and some creatine
phosphate
After 20 minutes, correct answers glucose and fatty acids are used together for energy
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