Types of Vitamins and Their Solubility

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What are the three fat soluble vitamins mentioned in the text?

Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K

What is vitamin A closely related to in terms of its presence in different foods?

Carotenes present in carrots and chlorophyll present in green leafy vegetables

How is vitamin A stored in the body?

Retinol stored in the liver

What happens to carotenes after absorption by the body?

<p>Converted to retinol within the walls of the small intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

What deficiency is often associated with vitamin A deficiency among children?

<p>Protein energy malnutrition (PEM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Vitamin A in the body?

<p>Normal functioning of epithelial cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

What eye condition is associated with a deficiency of Vitamin A?

<p>Xero-ophthalmia (dryness of eyes)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What skin condition can result from a shortage of Vitamin A?

<p>Follicular keratosis or 'toad skin'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of Vitamin A deficiency on skeletal development?

<p>Irregular development of skeleton and teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which foods are rich sources of Vitamin A?

<p>Milk, egg yolk, fatty fish, carrots, pumpkin, mangoes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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