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Which of the following vitamins are fat-soluble? (Select all that apply)
What are the two basic dietary forms of Vitamin A?
Preformed vitamin A (retinol) and carotenoids.
Vitamin A is an essential nutrient that provides energy.
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What is a common sign of Vitamin A deficiency?
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Vitamin A helps to regulate the __________ system.
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What is the recommended daily allowance of Vitamin A for males aged 14-18 years?
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Which foods are high in Vitamin A? (Select all that apply)
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Hypervitaminosis A can lead to serious health issues.
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What are the two forms of Vitamin D?
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Study Notes
Vitamins
- Organic compounds that are essential in small amounts for bodily processes.
- Vitamins do not provide energy, rather they help the body use energy from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
- Classified by their solubility:
- Fat-soluble: Vitamins A, D, E, and K
- Water-soluble: Vitamin B Complex (B1, B2 B12, folate, niacin, B6, biotin, pantothenic acid) and vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
Vitamin A
- Found in two forms:
- Preformed: Retinol (active form)
- Provitamin: Carotenoids (inactive form found in plants, such as beta-carotene)
- Plays a vital role in:
- Vision
- Bone growth
- Reproduction
- Cell division
- Regulates the immune system, helping to fight infections
- Provitamin A functions as an antioxidant, protecting cells from free radicals
- Involved in:
- Sex hormone production
- Growth processes
- Protein synthesis
- Bone and teeth growth
- Red blood cell production
- Skin and cellular health
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Food Sources:
- Animal sources: Eggs, meat, fortified milk, cheese, cream, liver, kidney, cod, fish oil
- Plant sources: Orange and yellow vegetables and fruits, broccoli, spinach, dark green leafy vegetables
Vitamin A Deficiency
- Night blindness
- Dry skin
- Increased susceptibility to infections
- Avitaminosis A: Can lead to blindness or xerophthalmia (dry mucous membranes of the eye)
- Leading cause of blindness worldwide
- Risks: People in impoverished areas, elderly individuals, those with liver disease or AIDS
Vitamin A Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)
- Varies based on age and life stage (e.g., infants, children, pregnant women, lactating women)
Vitamin A Toxicity (Hypervitaminosis A)
- Excessive intake of vitamin A supplements can be dangerous
- Symptoms: Birth defects, hair loss, dry skin, headaches, nausea, dry mucous membranes, liver damage, bone and joint pain
Vitamin D
- Found in two forms:
- D2 (ergocalciferol): Formed in plants from exposure to ultraviolet light
- D3 (cholecalciferol): Formed in humans from cholesterol in the skin upon exposure to ultraviolet light
- Both D2 and D3 are equally effective in human nutrition
- Heat-stable and not easily oxidized, making it stable during storage, processing, and cooking.
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Sun Exposure:
- Recommended exposure to sunlight 2-3 times a week to get 30-50 percent of needed vitamin D
- 10-15 minutes of sun exposure is needed to complete the vitamin D synthesis process
- Dark-skinned individuals require longer exposure to the sun than those with light skin
Vitamin D Functions
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This quiz explores the importance of vitamins, their classifications, and specific functions, particularly focusing on Vitamin A. Understand the roles that fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins play in maintaining overall health and bodily processes. Test your knowledge about different vitamin sources and their benefits.
