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Major Electrolytes? 3
Na, K, Cl
Major Minerals? 4
Ca, P, Mg, S
Trace Minerals? 9
I See 2 C's, M's, and F's and one Z
I, Se, Cu, Cr, Mn, Mo, Fl, Fe, Zn
Fat Soluble Vitamins? 4 adek
Vitamins A,D,E,K
Water Soluble Vitamins? 9
Thiamin B1, Riboflavin B2, Niacin B3, B6, Folate, B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin C
What functions do all electrolytes have in common?
fluid and electrolyte balance and acid-base balance
What are functions of Na?
maintains muscle irritablility, regulates cell membrane permeability, nerve impulse transmission
What is the most important function of the electrolyte K and is also a function of Na?
Nerve Impulse Transmission
What are the functions of K?
catalyst for many metabolic reactions, involved in skeletal and cardiac muscle activity
What are the functions of Cl?
component of hydrochloric acid in stomach
1 tsp of Na=
75% of Na is from
2400 mg
processed/canned foods
Symptoms/Signs of Na Deficiency
Rare; chronic diarrhea or vomiting and renal disorder; nausea, dizzy, muscle cramps, apathy
Signs and Symtoms of Na Toxicity
Hypertension, edema
What are sources of K?
fruits, vegies, dry peas and bena, whole grains, milk, meats
Signs/Symptoms of K Deficiency
muscular weakness, paralysis, anorexia, confusion occurs w/ dehydration
Signs/Syptoms of K toxicity?
(from supplements/drugs) muscular weakness, vomiting
1 tsp Na = ___ Cl
3600 mg
Sources for Na and Cl are the same. T or F
True
What are sources of Ca?
milk, milk products, fortied oj, green leafy vegies, small fish w/ bones, dried peas and beans
Functions of Ca
Bone and teeth formation and maintenance, blood clotting, nerve transmission, muscle contraction and relaxation, cell membrane permealbility, b/p
Deficiency of Ca
Children-impaired growth
Adults-osteoporosis
Toxicity of Ca
Constipation, increased risk of renal stones, impaired absorptions of Fe and other minerals
Sources of P
all animal products, bread, ready to eat cereal
Functions of P
Bone and teeth formation and maintenance, acid-base balance, energy metabolism, cell membrane structure, regulation of hormone and coenzyme activity
Deficieny of P
unknown
Toxicity of P
low blood Ca
Sources of Mg
green leafy vegies, nuts dry peas and beans, whole grains seafood, chocolate, cocoa
Functions of Mg
Bone formation, nerve transmission, smooth muscle relaxation, protein synthesis, CHO metabolism, enzyme activity
Deficiency of Mg
weakness, confusion; growth failure in child
Severe: convulsions, hallucinations, tetany, spasms
Toxicity of Mg
none from food...supplemental Mg can cause diarrhea, nausea, cramping
Excessive Mg in Epsom Salt causes diarrhea
Source of Fe
Beef liver, red meat, tofu, clams, fortified, bread
Function of Fe
transports oxygen via hemogloblin and myoglobin; constituent of enzyme system
Deficiency of Fe
Impaired immune function, apathy, lethargy fatigue, pale nail beds and eye membranes
Toxicity of Fe
Increased risk of infection, apathy, lethargy, hair loss, impotence; can kill children
Source of Zn
oystes, red meat, nuts fortified, dairy
Functions of Zn
tissue growth, wound healing, sexual maturation and reproduction; constituent of many enzymes in energy and nucleic acid metab.; vitamin A transport, taste perception
Deficiency of Zn
Growth retardation, hair loss, diarrhea, delayed sexual maturation, lesions, anorexia, taste abnormality
Toxicity of I
Enlarged thyroid gland, decreased thyroid activity
Source of I
Iodized salt, seafood, bread, dairy
Function of I
component of thyroid hormones that regulate growth, development, and metab. rate
Deficiency of I
Goiter, weight gain, lethargy, can cause irreversible retardation during pregnancy
Toxicity of Zn
Anemia, elevated LDL, lowered HDL, impaired Ca absorption
Source of Se
Seafood, liver, kidney, other meats; grains grown in selenium rich food; brazil nuts, walnuts
Function of Se
component of antioxidant enzymes, immune system functions, thyroid gland activity
Deficiency of Se
Enlarged heart, poor heart function, impaired thyroid activity
Toxicity of Se
Rare: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, hair and nail changes, nerve damage, fatigue
Source of Cu
Organ Meats, seafood, nuts, grains, drinking water
Function of Cu
Used in the production of hemoglobin; component of several enzymes; used in energy metab.
Defiency of Cu
Rare: anemia, bone abnormalities
Toxicity of Cu
vomiting, liver damage
Source of Mn
whole grains, tea, pineapple, kale, strawberries
Functions of Mn
component of enzymes involved in the metab of carbs, proteins, fats, and bone formation
Deficiency of Mn
Rare
Toxicity of Mn
Vomiting, liver damage
Source of Fl
flouridated wate, tea, seafood
Functions of Fl
formation and maintenance of tooth enamel, helps resist dental decay, role in bone formation and integrity
Deficiency of Fl
susceptibility to dental decay, may increase risk of osteoperosis
Toxicity of Fl
Fluorosis(mottling of teeth), nausea, chest pain, itching
Source of Cr
meat, whoe grains, nuts, cheese
Functions of Cr
Cofactor for insulin
Deficiency of Cr
insulin resistance, impaired glucose tolerance
Toxicity of Cr
Diet-unknown
Occupational exposure to damages skin and kidneys
Sources of Mo
milk, legumes, breads, grains
Function of Mo
component of many enzymes; works tih riboflavin to incorporate Fe into hemoglobin
Deficiency of Mo
unknown
Toxicity of Mo
occupational exposure to Mo dust causes gout like symptoms
what are the 2 other names used for vitamin A
Retinol and carotenoids; Beta Carotene is precursor (converts carotene to Vitamin A
Sources of Retinol
liver, dairy, fortified milk, ready to eat cereal
Sources of Beta Carotene (Pro Vitamin A)
Green leafy Veggies, broccoli, carrots, peaches, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, cantaloupe
Function of Vitamin A, retinol, or beta carotene
antioxidant, healthy eyes and skin, normal growth of bone and teet, healty immune system
Deficiency of Vitamin A
NIGHT BLINDNESS, dry skin, xeopathalmis
Toxicity of Vitamin A
birth defects, hair loss, dry skin, headaches, dry mucous membranes
What are Vitamin A requirements?
Well Balanced Diet, 1 mg of retinol a day
Vitamin D has D2 and D3. D2 is aka _____ and D3 is aka ____
ergocalciferol formed in plants
cholecalciferol formed from cholesterol in skin
Vitamin D is considered a prohormone and it is heat stable
true
Functions of Vitamin D
maintains serum calcium concentrations by: calcium and phosphorus absorption thru intestines and chemical change in kidney and liver
source of Vitamin D
SUNLIGHT, milk, fish liver oils, fortified milk
Deficiency of Vitamin D
Rickets for children, osteomalacia
Toxicity of Vitamin D
Kidney stones, kidney and heart damage, calcium deposits in soft tissues
How many mcg = 20016; this is also the amount of ____you need daily
5; choleciferol
What are the 2 sub groups of Vitamin E?
Toopherols and Tocotrienols
Tocotrienols have 4 divisions what are they? Remember greek system
alpha, beta, delta, gamma
Functions of Vitamin E
antioxidant, prevents hemolytic anemia in premature infants, enhances immunity, RETARD SPOILAGE in commercial food products
Sources of Vitamin E
veggie oils, wheat germ, nuts, green leafy veggies
Toxicity of Vitamin E
Relatively nontoxic; excess stored as fat, high doses enhance actionof anticoagulant meds
Deficiency of Vitamin E
neurological defects in children, in infant can cause anemia, edema, and skin lesions, increased RBC hemolysis
What are the 2 subgroups of Vitamin K?
K1-phylloquinone
K2-menaquinone
Where is Vitamin K absorbed from?
Small intestine, colon
Functions of Vitamin K
Helps CLOT BLOOD, forms prothrombin, synthesis of bone protein
Sources of Vitamin K
BROCCOLI, green leafy veggies, liver, eggs, cabbage family
Deficiency of Vitamin K
Hemorhaging
Toxicity of Vitamin K
none have been observed
Thiamin is aka
B1
Function of B1 Thiamin
metab. carbs and amino acid, nerve and muscle action
Sources B1 Thiamin
unrefined enriched cereal, breads, etc, peas, pork, whole grain, ORGAN MEAT, dry yeast
RDA men, women
1.2, 1.1
Deficiency of Thiamin B1
BERI BERI, loss of appetite, fatigue
Who is Thiamin B1 deficiency found in
alcoholics, raw fish
What is Riboflavin aka
B2
Functions of Riboflavin B2
Essential for growth, metab. carb, protein, and fat, tissue maintenance, healthy eyes
Sources of Riboflavin B2
milk, meat, poultry, fish, enriched bread, some leafy
Deficiency of Riboflavin B2
cheilosis-white crack side of mouth
Glossitis-tongue inflamation
Dermatitis-red patches
eyestrain
Niacin is aka
B3
Functions of Niacin B3
coenzyme in energy metab, prevents pellegra, cholesterol lowering agent
Sources of Niacin B3
meats, poultry, fish, peanuts, legumes
RDA of Niacin B3
14 mg/NE women
16 " men
Deficiency of Niacin B3
appears with riboflavin deficiency, anorexia, weakness, indigestion, anxiety, pellegra
What are the 4 D's of Pellegra
Diarrhea, Dermatitis, Dementia, Death
As a whole describe water soluble vitamins
include B complex and C; dissolve in water, easily destroyed by water heat, cooking, not stored in body as much
What are 3 sub groups of Vitamin B6
pridoxine, pyfidoxal, pyridoxamine
Functions of B6
protein metab and absorption, gives energy, glucose from glycogen, tryptopan to niacin, produces insulin, hemoglobin, myelin sheath and antibodies
Sources of B6
BANANAS, poultry, fish, liver, kidney, potaoes, spinach; NOT refined grains
RDA of B6
1.3-1.5 women, 1.3-1.7 men
What can interfere with B6?
Oral contraceptive
Folate/Folic Acid is aka
B9
Function of Folate/Folic Acid B9
DNA synthesis, protein metab., hemoglobin formation
B6 Deficiency
Dermatitis, Chilosis, Glossitis, abnormal brain wave pattern, convulsions, anemia
B6 Toxicity
Depression, Fatigue, irritability, headaches; sensory neuropathy characteristics
Source of Folate B9
ORANGE JUICE, fortified cereals, STRAWBERRIES, 50-90% destroyed during food processing or preparation
RDA of Folate B9
400mg men and women
600 mg pregant
Deficiency of Folate B9
neural tube defects (spina bifida, anencephaly), megoblasic anemia(large red blood cell), poor growth, mental confusion
Toxicity of Folate B9
Vitamin B12 deficiency, inactive phenytoin
Cobalamin is aka
B12
Functions of Cobalamin B12
folate metab, maintains myelin sheath (nerve covers), helps digestion, prevent pernicious anemia
Sources of B12 Cobalamin
ORGAN MEATS, animal food
RDA of Cobalamin B12
2-4 mg qday; increase during pregnancy and lactation
Deficiency of Colbalamin B12
Caused by congenital problems, or strict vegetarian diet; macrocytic and megoblastic anemia, prenicious anemia inadequate myelin sythesis (damages nervous system)
Functions of Pantothenic Acid
metab. of carbs, fat, proteins, sythesis of neurotransmitter acetycholina and steroid hormones
Sources of Pantothenic Acid
animal food, whole grain,
RDA of Pantothenic Acid
5 mg
Deficiency of Pantothenic Acid
natural unknown; failure of body system, tingling in feet
Function of Biotin
synthesis of fatty and amino acids in the intestines
Sources of Biotin
liver, egg yolk, soy flour, cereals, yeast, dark green veggies
Deficiency of Biotin
nausea, anorexia, depression, pallor, heart abnormality, INCREASE IN SERUM CHOLESTEROL
Source of Vitamin C
STRAWBERRY, citric fruit, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts
Function of Vitamin C
Collaen Synthesis, Antioxidant, Promotes Fe absorption, metab. amino acid, thyroxin, synthesis, immune system functioning
Deficiency of Vitamin C
Bleeding gums, see hemorrhages under skin, scurvy
Toxicity of Vitamin C
Diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, headache, insomnia, hot flashes, aggravation of gout symtoms