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30 Cards in this Set
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Vitamin C
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Scurvy
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Vitamin A
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Xerophthalmia
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Vitamin D
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Rickets
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Niacin
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Pellagra
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Folate
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Birth Defects (NTD)
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B 12
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Pernicious Anemia
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Calcium
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Osteoporosis
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Iodine
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Cretinism
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Iron
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Pica
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Zink
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Growth Retardation
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Which vitamins are classified as fat soluble?
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vitamins A,D, E, and K
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Night blindness and xerophthalmia are the result of a deficiency of which vitamin?
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vitamin A
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Which foods are rich in beta-carotene?
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Sweet potatoes, Pumpkin, and spinach
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A deficiency of niacin may result in what disease?
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Pellagra
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What describes fat soluble vitamins?
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Stored extensively in tissues
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Which vitamins are present only in foods of animal origin?
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The active form of vitamin A and Vitamin B12
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True or False: The theory that vitamin C prevents or cures colds is well supported by research?
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False
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True or False: Xerophthalmia results from advanced vitamin A deficiency and can lead to permanent blindness?
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True
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True or False: Vitamin D functions as a hormone to help maintain bone integrity
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True
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True or False: Vitamin A supplements can help treat acne
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False
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Water balance is governed by what?
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The kidneys and brain
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Which two minerals are the major constituents of bone?
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Phosphorus and calcium
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All of the following are correct concerning zinc except:
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Fruits and vegetables are the best sources for zinc
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A deficiency of which mineral is a leading cause of mental retardation worldwide?
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Iodine
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Which mineral supplement is a leading cause of accidental poisonings of U.S. children under six years old?
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Iron
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True or False: After about 50 years of age, bones begin to lose density
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False
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True or False: The best way to control salt intake is to cut down on processed and fast foods
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True
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True or False: The most abundant mineral in the body is iron
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False
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True or False: Dairy foods such as butter, cream and cream cheese are good sources of calcium whereas vegetables such as broccoli are poor sources
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False
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True or False: Bottled water must meet higher standards for purity and sanitation that U.S. tap water
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False
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