17 Questions
How are the amounts of vitamins people ingest daily from foods measured?
In micrograms (μg) or milligrams (mg)
What is the function of vitamins when broken down?
Vitamins assist the enzymes that release energy from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
What is the structure of vitamins?
Vitamins are individual units, not linked together
What is bioavailability in the context of vitamins?
The amount of vitamins available from foods depends on the quantity and absorption by the body
How do vitamins differ from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in terms of function?
Vitamins assist the enzymes that release energy from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
What is the role of vitamins in supporting sound nutritional health?
Vitamins support sound nutritional health but do not cure all illnesses
What factors can affect bioavailability?
All of the above
Which B vitamins form part of the coenzymes that assist in the release of energy from carbohydrate, fat, and protein?
Thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, and biotin
What is the role of thiamin pyrophosphate (TPP) in the body?
Assists in energy metabolism
What deficiency can prolonged inadequate thiamin intake lead to?
Beriberi
What are the characteristics of wet beriberi?
Damage to the cardiovascular system and edema
How does cooking method affect thiamin content in food?
Boiling or blanching conserves thiamin
'Dry beriberi' is characterized by:
Muscle weakness in the arms and legs
'Wet beriberi' is characterized by:
Damage to the cardiovascular system and edema
'Pellagra' is linked to a deficiency in which B vitamin?
Niacin
How is 1 NE (Niacin Equivalent) defined?
1 mg niacin or 60 mg tryptophan
What is the role of vitamin A in the body?
Vision function and cell differentiation
Test your knowledge about the water-soluble vitamins, B vitamins, and vitamin C with this quiz. Explore the structure and function of vitamins and their significance in maintaining nutritional health.
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