18 Questions
Which of the following is a symptom of vitamin D deficiency?
Rickets
What is the primary function of vitamin E?
Antioxidant, brain function
Which of the following is a good source of vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)?
Meat, poultry, and eggs
Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting and has an antioxidant role?
Vitamin K
What is a symptom of vitamin B1 (thiamin) deficiency?
Wernick's encephalopathy
Which of the following is a good source of vitamin B12 (cobalamin)?
Chicken and beef
Which of the following is a fat-soluble vitamin?
Vitamin A
Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin essential for the formation of hemoglobin and the binding of oxygen to red blood cells?
Vitamin B12
What is the primary function of iodine in the human body?
Component of thyroid hormones
What is the primary function of fat in the human body?
Acting as a source of high energy
Which of the following is NOT a good source of iron?
Oranges
Which of the following fatty acids is an omega-3 fatty acid?
Linolenic acid
Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?
Vitamin B12
What is the recommended range for fat intake in a balanced diet according to the text?
25-30%
Which of the following factors is NOT listed as influencing human food consumption?
Genetic factors
What is the primary function of minerals in the human body?
Regulating metabolic processes
What is the primary goal of nutrition education and promotion strategies?
Encouraging the targeted categories to consume balanced diets
Which of the following is a source of the essential fatty acid linoleic acid?
Sunflower oil
Test your knowledge on nutrient deficiencies and their effects on the body. Learn about symptoms, causes, and sources of essential nutrients like Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and Vitamin K.
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