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19 Cards in this Set
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Deficiency can cause Beriberi
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Thiamin
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Synthesis of red and white blood cells
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Vitamin B-12
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Measure of energy content in food
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Kilocalorie
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deficiency leads to more tooth decay
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fluoride
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maintenance of bones and teeth
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calcium
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helps maintain water balance in body
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sodium
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helps protect cellular membranes
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Vitamin E
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Helps blood to clot
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Vitamin K
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Helps synthesize RNA and DNA
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folate
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excess can cause flushing of the skin
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niacin
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carbs and other substances in plants that are difficult or impossible for humans to digest
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dietary fiber
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helps maintain and repair connective tissue, aids in healing
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Vitamin C
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Promotes calcium absorption
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Vitamin D
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component of hemoglobin
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iron
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too much can lower HDL levels
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zinc
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helps build muscles and bones
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proteins
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sugars, starches, and dietary fiber
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carbs
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excess can cause cardiac arrest
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potassium
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maintenance of vision, skin, linings of nose
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Vitamin A
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