Western Nutrition Quiz 2

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RDA =

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Recommended Dietary Allowances

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DRI =

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Dietary Recommended Intake

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UL =

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Upper Limits

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optimal amounts of nutrients necessary for health based on a diet of 1,500-2,000 calories; split into 2 categories (men/women)

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RDA

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consists of four different types of nutrient recommendations for healthy people; still being developed

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DRI

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sources for Vitamin A

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organ meats, oils, dark leafy greens

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Niacin AKA

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Vitamin B3

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detoxes alcohol, aids in the utilization of carbs, fats and proteins; dilates the blood vessels creating a flush in some people

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B3/ Niacin

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xu of this vitamin can cause dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia

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B3

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Vitamin B3 sources

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eggs, animal proteins, sunflower seeds

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involved in production of tryptophan, promotes release of glycogen in the liver and muscle, key component in conversion of linoleic acid

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B6

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Pyridoxine AKA

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B6

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Cobalamine AKA

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B12

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Vitamin B12 sources

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eggs, dairy, meats

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needs the intrinsic factor to be absorbed

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Vitamin B12

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folate AKA

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Folic Acid

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hypercartenemia is seen in Vitamin ___ toxicity; thick scaly skin, pain, fatigue, hair loss

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Vitamin A

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facilitates the synthesis of purines, essential for the formation of red and white blood cells

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Folic Acid

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xu in ___ ____ may cause poor growth, anemia, GI tract disturbances, changes in nuclear morphology

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folic acid

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ascorbic acid AKA

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Vitamin C

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Vitamin C Sources

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lemons, oranges

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collagen synthesis, norepinephrine synthesis, aids in the absorption of iron, antioxidant, immune function, cancer prevention, antihistamine effect

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Vitamin C

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5mg/day prevents scurvy

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Vitamin C

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Xu can cause listlessness, fatigue, SOB, muscle cramps, achy bones, anorexia, dry skin, fever, bruising, secondary infections

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Vitamin C

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xu of this mineral can cause irritability, fatigue, weakness, muscle soreness, high BP, anorexia, sugar cravings, anxiety

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Mg xu

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resides in the calcium phosphate crystals in the bones and teeth

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Phosphorus

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99% are in the bones and teeth

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calcium

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deficiencies of this Vitamin can cause respiratory infections, follicular hyper-karatosis, reduced immunity, diarrhea, loss of tooth enamel/bone loss, loss of taste and smell

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Vitamin A

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kidney stones are a concern with over supplementation of ___

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Ca

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1/3 stored mainly in the LV and SP, and bone marrow

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Iron

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2/3 stored in the hemoglobin and myoglobin

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Iron

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deficiencies can cause anemia, hair loss, nail spooning, and decreased endurance

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Iron xu

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involved in the synthesis of cholesterol, protein and fats; regulates release of Vitamin A from the Liver; affects cell growth especially epithelial tissue

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Zn

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required for vision, insulin, immunity, taste, and protection from heavy metal toxicity

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Zn

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involved in collagen cross linking, estrogen breakdown, cancer inhibition, cholesterol reduction

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Cu

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acts as cofactor to enzymes involved in electron transport and energy production

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Cu

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xu can cause anemia, kinky hair, hypothermia, degeneration of vasculature, depigmentation of skin

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Cu

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xu can cause muscle weakness, fatigue, mental confusion, irritability, muscle cramps, abdominal bloating

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K

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Vitamin D sources

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sunlight, mushrooms, milk

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involved in the production of the glucose tolerance factor (GTF), has some synergistic effects with niacin

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Cr

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xu may cause hyperglycemia, hypoglycemia, hypercholesterolemia, increasing lean body mass, acne

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Cr

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intake of water with more ___ has directly been linked to the lower incidence of heart disease

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Mg

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majority found in the mitochondria of muscle tissue involved in ATP production

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Mg

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caused by a vitamin D xu, occurs in children who are malnourished with malformation of the bones, skull, fontanelles not closing

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Rickets

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Vitamin __ xu can cause osteoporosis

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Vitamin D

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caused by a vitamin D xu, skeletal demineralization especially in the spine pelvis and lower extremities

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osteomalacia

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increase the absorption of Ca from the intestines, increase the reabsorption of calcium from bone, increase serum calcium levels

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Vitamin D

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Vitamin E sources

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avocado, nuts and seeds, wheat germ oil

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Vitamin K sources

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dark leafy greens