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What are the two main sources of preformed vitamin A?
What are the two main sources of preformed vitamin A?
- Fruits and vegetables
- Whole grains
- Animal sources (correct)
- Dairy products
How is vitamin A absorption aided?
How is vitamin A absorption aided?
- By protein-rich diet
- By bile salts, pancreatic lipase, and dietary fat (correct)
- By high carbohydrate consumption
- By water and fiber intake
What is the route of absorption for vitamin A in the body?
What is the route of absorption for vitamin A in the body?
- To the kidneys for filtration
- To the intestines for further digestion
- Lymphatic system and portal blood to the liver (correct)
- Directly into the bloodstream
How is vitamin A stability affected by heat and light?
How is vitamin A stability affected by heat and light?
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What is the physiological function of vitamin A in the vision cycle?
What is the physiological function of vitamin A in the vision cycle?
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