Vitamins 2

What are two vitamin-like nutrients needed by the body?

Choline and Carnitine.

Which vitamin is also called Retinol?

Vitamin A.

Name two rich sources of Vitamin A.

Beef liver and eggs.

Which vitamin is synthesized by sunlight exposure?

Vitamin D.

What are the two forms of Vitamin D?

Cholecalciferol (D3) and Ergocalciferol (D2).

Name two rich sources of Vitamin E.

Wheat germ oil and sunflower seeds.

Name two rich sources of Vitamin K.

Dark leafy greens and liver.

What is the main dietary source of Vitamin B1?

Whole grains.

Name two food sources of Vitamin B2.

Milk and eggs.

Name two food sources of Vitamin B3.

Meat and seafood.

Name two food sources of Vitamin B5.

Broccoli and chicken.

Name two food sources of Vitamin B6.

Fish and potatoes.

Name two food sources of Vitamin B7.

Eggs and nuts.

Name two food sources of Vitamin B9.

Leafy green vegetables and beans.

Name two food sources of Vitamin B12.

Fish and eggs.

Name two food sources of Vitamin C.

Oranges and broccoli.

Which vitamin is important for collagen formation and wound healing?

Vitamin C.

Which vitamin deficiency causes hair loss and nail problems?

Biotin (Vitamin B7).

Which vitamin is important during pregnancy for fetal development?

Folate (Vitamin B9).

Which vitamin deficiency may cause megaloblastic anemia and neurological problems?

Vitamin B12 deficiency.

Which mineral is mainly responsible for blood pressure control?

Sodium.

What is the deficiency of sodium called?

Hyponatremia.

Which mineral is responsible for cardiac rhythm?

Potassium.

What is the deficiency of potassium called?

Hypokalemia.

Which mineral is essential for nerve transmission?

Calcium.

What is the deficiency of calcium called?

Hypocalcemia.

Which mineral is responsible for muscle relaxation?

Magnesium.

Which mineral is important for energy metabolism?

Phosphate.

Which mineral helps maintain fluid balance?

Chloride.

Which mineral regulates acid-base balance?

Bicarbonate.