Vitamins

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Sources of Retinol

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liver, milk, butter, cheese, cream, egg yolk, fortified milk, margarine, ready to eat cereals

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Sources of Beta- Carotene

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green leafy veggies, broccoli, carrots, peaches, pumpkin, red peppers, sweet potatoes, winter squash, mango, watermelon, apricots, cantaloupe

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Functions of Retinol

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formation of visual purple, enabling eye to adapt to dim light
normal growth and development of bones and teeth

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Functions of Beta-Carotene

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Formation and maintenance of mucosal epithelium to maintain healthy functioning of skin and membranes, hair, gums, various glands. Important role in immune function.

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Vitamin A deficiency

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night blindness, bone growth ceases, dry skin, decreased saliva secretion, decreased mucous secretion of stomach and intestines, susceptibility to respiratory, urinary tract and vaginal infections

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Sources of Vitamin D

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sunlight, liver, fatty fish, egg yolks, fortified milk, ready to eat cereals, margarine

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Functions of Vitamin D

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maintains serum calcium concentrations by stimulating GI absorption, stimulating release of calcium from bones, stimulating calcium reabsorption from kidneys

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Vitamin D deficiency

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Rickets (infants and children) = retarded bone growth and malformation of bones.
Osteomalacia (adults) = softening of bones, muscle twitches and spasms

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Sources of Vitamin E

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Veggie oils, margarine, salad dressing, nuts, seeds, wheat germ, dark green veggies, whole grains, fortified cereals

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Functions of Vitamin E

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Antioxidant that protects vitamin A and PUFA from being destroyed; protects cell membranes.

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Vitamin E deficiency

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increased RBC hemolysis; in infants: anemia, edema, skin lesions

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Sources of Vitamin K

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bacterial synthesis; green leafy veggies, liver, eggs, cabbages

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Functions of vitamin K

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synthesis of blood clotting proteins and a bone protein that regulates blood calcium

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Vitamin K deficiency

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hemorrhaging

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Sources of Thiamin

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whole grain, enriched breads and cereals, liver, nuts, wheat germ, pork, dried peas and beans

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Functions of Thiamin

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coenzyme in energy metabolism, promotes normal appetite and nervous system functioning

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Thiamin deficiency

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Beriberi: mental confusion, fatigue, muscle weakness, anorexia, edema, enlarged heart, sudden death from HF

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sources of Riboflavin

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milk and dairy, whole grain, enriched breads and cereals, meat, eggs, green leafy veggies

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Functions of Riboflavin

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coenzyme in energy metabolism, aids in conversion of tryptophan into niacin

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Riboflavin deficiency

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dermatitis, cheilosis, glossitis, photophobia, reddening of cornea

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Sources of Niacin

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all protein foods, whole grain, enriched breads and cereals

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Functions of Niacin

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coenzyme in energy metabolism, promotes normal nervous system functioning

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Niacin deficiency

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pellagra: 4 D's
dermatitis
diarrhea
dementia
death

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Sources of Pyridoxine

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meats, fish, poultry, fruits, green leafy veggies, whole grains, nuts, dried peas and beans

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Functions of Pyridoxine

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coenzyme in amino acid and fatty acid metabolism; helps convert tryptophan to niacin; helps produce insulin, hemoglobin, myelin sheaths and antibodies

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Pyridoxine deficiency

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dermatitis, cheilosis, glossitis, abnormal brain wave pattern, convulsions, anemia

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Sources of Folate

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leafy veggies, dried peas and beans, seeds, liver, oj, some fruits, breads, cereals and other grains fortified w/folic acid

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Functions of Folate

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coenzyme in DNA synthesis, vital for new cell synthesis and transmission of inherited characteristics

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Folate deficiency

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glossits, diarrhea, macrocytic anemia, depression, mental confusion, fainting, fatigue

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Sources of Cobalamin

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meat, fish, poultry, shellfish, milk, dairy, eggs

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Functions of Cobalamin

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coenzyme in synthesis of new cells; activates folate; maintains nerve cells; helps metabolize some fatty acids and amino acids

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Cobalamin deficiency

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GI changes- glossitis, anorexia
Macrocytic anemia- pallor, dyspnea
Neurologic- paresthesia of hands feet, poor muscle coordination and memory, irritability, depression

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Water soluble vitamins

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B & C

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Fat soluble vitamins

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A, E, D, K

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Sources of Pantothenic Acid

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lots of foods- meat, fish , poultry, whole grain cereals, dried peas and beans

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Functions of Pantothenic Acid

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part of coenzyme A used in energy metabolism

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Pantothenic Acid deficiency

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rare- general failure of all body systems

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Sources of Biotin

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widespread- eggs, liver, milk, dark green veggies. Is synthesized in GI flora

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Functions of Biotin

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coenzyme in energy metabolism, fatty acid synthesis, amino acid metabolism, glycogen formation

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Biotin deficiency

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rare- anorexia, fatigue, depression, dry skin, heart abnormalities

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Sources of Vitamin C

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citrus fruits and juices. red/green peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, cantaloupe, kiwi, mustard greens, strawberries, tomatoes

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Functions of Vitamin C

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collagen synthesis; antioxidant; promotes iron absorption; involved in metabolism of some amino acids; thyroxin synthesis; immune system functioning

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Vitamin C deficiency

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bleeding gums, scurvy, anemia, delayed wound healing, softening of bones & teeth, depression, increased susceptibility to infection