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Which of the following vitamins is responsible for the formation of clotting factors in the liver?
Which of the following vitamins is responsible for the formation of clotting factors in the liver?
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin K (correct)
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin B12
What is the primary function of dietary fiber in the human body?
What is the primary function of dietary fiber in the human body?
- To regulate blood sugar levels
- To provide energy for the body
- To enhance the absorption of vitamins and minerals
- To prevent constipation and promote satiety (correct)
Which of the following food groups provides the highest amount of essential amino acids?
Which of the following food groups provides the highest amount of essential amino acids?
- Fruits and vegetables
- Meat, poultry, and fish (correct)
- Cereals and grains
- Dairy products and eggs
What is the term for a diet that provides all the necessary nutrients in the correct proportions for optimal health?
What is the term for a diet that provides all the necessary nutrients in the correct proportions for optimal health?
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Which of the following deficiency diseases is caused by a lack of vitamin C in the diet?
Which of the following deficiency diseases is caused by a lack of vitamin C in the diet?
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Study Notes
Vitamins and Their Functions
- Vitamin K is responsible for the formation of clotting factors in the liver.
Dietary Fiber
- The primary function of dietary fiber in the human body is to promote optimal digestive health and prevent constipation.
Essential Amino Acids
- The food group that provides the highest amount of essential amino acids is animal protein (meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy products).
Optimal Nutrition
- A diet that provides all the necessary nutrients in the correct proportions for optimal health is called a balanced diet.
Deficiency Diseases
- Scurvy is the deficiency disease caused by a lack of vitamin C in the diet.
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Test your knowledge of nutrients, deficiency diseases, and the importance of a balanced diet. Covers vitamins, dietary fiber, and essential amino acids.
