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28 Cards in this Set
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Name the RDA recommendation of Folate and the food source.
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400mcg; lentils
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Name the RDA recommendation of Vitamin A and the food source.
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W: 700mcg M: 90mcg; Carrots
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Name the RDA recommendation of Vitamin C and the food source.
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W: 75mg M:90mg; Red bell pepper
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Name the RDA recommendation of Vitamin E and the food source.
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15mg; sunflower seeds
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Name the RDA recommendation of Calcium and the food source.
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1000mg; yogurt
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Name the RDA recommendation of Iron and the food source.
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W: 18mg M: 8mg; Clams
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Name the RDA recommendation of Sodium and the food source.
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1500mg; processed foods.
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Name the water soluble vitamins.
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Vitamin C and B
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Name the fat soluble vitamins
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Vitamins A, D, E and K
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How are water soluble vitamins...
Absorbed Excreted Toxicity potential Consumption frequency |
Directly into bloodstream
Kidneys detect excess and remove in urine Possible to reach toxic levels in supplement form Frequently every 2-3 days |
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How are fat soluble vitamins...
Absorbed Excreted Toxicity potential Consumption frequency |
Into lymphatic circulation and then the bloodstream
Not readily excreted; remain in fat storage Likely to reach toxic levels in supplement form. Periodically every 2 weeks to 3 months. |
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Name 3 functions of electrolytes.
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Regulate fluid balance
Allow nerves to respond to stimuli Signal muscles to contract |
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Name one fluid/electrolyte imbalance condition and its specific cause.
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Heat stroke; body heat regulation mechanisms fail.
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Name 4 fluid functions
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Solvent
Transporter Make up blood volume Regulate body temperature |
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Name 3 fluid sources
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Metabolic water
Foods Beverages |
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Name some causes for fluid loss.
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Insensible water loss
Urine and Feces Environmental conditions Exercise Illness or injury Pregnancy or breastfeeding Diuretics |
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Name 4 features that affect bio-availability.
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Nutrition status
Efficiency of digestion Method of preparation Source of the nutrient |
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Define oxidation
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A chemical reaction in which molecules of a substance are broken down, causing the loss of an electron.
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Define antioxidants
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Chemicals that protect cells from damage caused from oxidation/free radicals.
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Give an example of antioxidant.
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Vitamin E, C and A
Beta -carotene and selenium |
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Name 4 causes of free radical formation.
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Pollution
overexposure to UV light toxic substances radiation exposure |
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What is the name for a deficiency of vitamin C?
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Scurvy
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Name 3 categories of bone development.
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Bone growth, bone modeling and bone remodeling.
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Name some risk factors for osteoporosis.
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Age
Gender Genetics Nutrition Physical Activity History of amennorreha Smoking Excessive alcohol or caffeine use |
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Name 3 treatments for osteoporosis.
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Diet
Regular exercise Medications |
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Name one condition/individual that would benefit from supplements and why.
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Immune disease and it would be helpful by improving the body's defenses.
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What is the importance of USP symbol?
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U.S. Pharmacopoeia; look for close to 100% of daily value.
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Name some food labeling and vitamin/mineral listing
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Vitamin A
Vitamin C Calcium Iron |
