30 Questions
What was the topic of the research by M. et al. published in 2007?
Vitamin C for preventing and treating the common cold
Who wrote about the 'tree of life' associated with scurvy?
Durzan
What was the topic of the review and meta-analysis by Ford and Almeida published in 2019?
The effect of vitamin B supplementation on cognitive function in the elderly
What is the title of the book written by Gropper, Smith, and Groff?
Advanced nutrition and human metabolism
What is the role of niacin in the study by Ganji et al. published in 2003?
Role in cardiovascular disease
Who researched the regulation of terminal differentiation of cultured human keratinocytes?
Fuchs and Green
What was the topic of the systematic review and meta-analysis by Goulão et al. published in 2018?
Vitamin D supplementation and cancer
Who wrote about vitamin D in 2004?
Holick
What is the name of the journal where the study by Durzan was published?
Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine
Who researched the effect of vitamin B supplementation on cognitive function in the elderly?
Ford and Almeida
What is one of the sources of vitamin K?
Animal products such as liver, ham, cheese, and milk
What is a function of vitamin K in the body?
Bone mineralization
Why are newborns at high risk for vitamin K deficiency?
Because it is poorly delivered via the placenta
What is a consequence of vitamin K deficiency?
Decreased bone density and osteoporosis
What is used to evaluate how well the blood coagulates in relation to vitamin K deficiency?
Prothrombin time test
What is the primary function of vitamin K in the body?
To facilitate blood clotting
Which of the following is a source of vitamin K?
Leafy-green vegetables
What is the role of thrombin in the blood clotting process?
To convert fibrinogen into fibrin
What would happen if vitamin K were deficient in the body?
Blood would become thinner and more prone to bleeding
What is the name of the protein that is dependent on a vitamin K coenzyme?
Prothrombin
Which vitamin is classified based on its behavior in water?
Vitamin C
What happens if a diet lacks enough of a particular vitamin according to the text?
Symptoms of deficiency may occur
Why is a varied diet primarily consisting of whole foods recommended for meeting vitamin needs?
To enhance the likelihood of meeting vitamin needs
Which statement is true regarding the toxicity of vitamins?
Excessive consumption of vitamins from supplements can be toxic
What is a key consideration with respect to certain vitamins according to the passage?
Antioxidant protection
What is a unique source of vitamin B12?
Animal products and fortified foods
What is the difference between water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins in terms of toxicity?
Fat-soluble vitamins are more toxic
Why is supplementation necessary for those on a plant-based diet?
Because vitamin B12 is only found in animal products
What is the purpose of consuming a variety of foods?
To get adequate amounts of vitamins
What is the consequence of consuming vitamins beyond the recommended amounts?
No further health benefits
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