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Vitamins&Supplements
CCMA Module 1 Quiz Vitamins and supplements funcs, safety, and food sources
| What is the function of vitamin A? | Night vision, cell growth and maintenance, the health of the skin |
| What are the safety considerations of vitamin A? | Toxicity can occur if levels are too high, leading to heachaches, peeling skin, and bone thickening |
| What is the function of vitamin D? | Calcium absorption, bone and tooth health, heart and nerve function |
| What are the safety considerations of vitamin D? | Toxicity can occur if levels are too high, leading to kidney failure, metastatic calcification, and anorexia |
| What is the function of vitamin E? | Protection of cells (including skin and brain), formation of blood cells |
| What is the function of vitamin K? | Blood clotting, bone growth |
| What are the safety considerations of vitamin K? | Can counteract blood clotting medications, reducing their efficiency |
| What is the function of vitamin B1? | Carbohydrate metabolism, heart, nerve, and muscle function |
| What is the function of vitamin B2? | Fat and protein metabolism |
| What is the function of vitamin B3? | Carbohydrate and fat metabolism |
| What are the safety considerations of vitamin B3? | Toxicity can occur if levels are too high leading to red, itching skin with tingling |
| What is the function of vitamin B6? | Enzyme assistance in the amino acid synthesis |
| What are the safety considerations of vitamin B6? | Toxicity can occur if levels are too high, leading to peripheral neuropathy |
| What is the function of vitamin B12? | Protein and fat metabolism, nerve-cell maintenance, cell development |
| What is the function of vitamin C? | Immunity, iron absorption, the structure of bones, muscle, and blood vessels |
| What is the function of St. John's wort? | Treatment for depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders |
| What are the safety considerations of St. John's wort? | Some studies found it ineffective in its intended benefits (similar results to a placebo). No long-term safety studies have been conducted |
| What is the function of black cohosh? | Relief of menopause symptoms, including hot flashes, night sweats, headaches, heart palpitations, and mood changes |
| What are the safety considerations of black cohosh? | Large doses can cause vomiting, dizziness, and headaches. Long-term studies have yet to be conducted (recommended to take for less than 6 months). |
| What is the function of melatonin? | Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone in the brain. Also, can be taken as a supplement to potentially help with sleep regulation and combat aging (studies validate the support of sleep of sleep regulation but do not support anti-aging benefits). |
| What are safety considerations of melatonin? | Can result in drowsiness and headaches. May interfere with conception. |
| What is the function of willow bark? | Pain relief (one of the main ingredients of aspirin comes from willow bark) |
| What are the safety considerations of willow bark? | Do not exceed 240 mg/day. Not safe for those who cannot tolerate aspirin |
| What is the function of glucosamine sulfate? | Promote healthy cartilage formation to maintain or replace wear and tear on joints |
| What are the safety considerations of glucosamine sulfate? | No safety concerns. Recent studies found glucosamine sulfate to be no more effective than a placebo in knee osteoarthritis. |
| What is the function of ginkgo biloba? | Improve memory and mental function by increasing blood flow to the brain |
| What are the safety concerns of ginkgo biloba? | Extremely high doses can lead to nausea vomiting, and diarrhea |
| Example food sources: Water | Plain water, vegetables, fruit |
| Example food sources: Protein | Meat, poultry, fish, cooked beans, eggs, nuts, seeds, nut butters |
| Example food sources: Carbohydrates | Whole grains, vegetables, fruits, rice, beans, potatoes |
| Example food sources: Fats | Fatty fish (tuna, salmon, sardines), avocado, olive oil |
| Example food sources: Vitamin A | Milk fat, meat, leafy vegetables, egg yolks, fish oil, orange and yellow fruits |
| Example food sources: Vitamin B (generalized) | Fish, meat poultry, whole grains, seeds, nuts, yeast, avocados, bananas |
| Example food sources: Vitamin C | Berries, citrus fruits, green peppers, mangoes, broccoli, potatoes, cauliflower, tomatoes |
| Example food sources: Vitamin D | Sunlight, fortified milk, eggs, fish, liver |
| Example food sources: Vitamin E | Fortified cereal, nuts, vegetable oils, green and leafy vegetables |
| Example food sources: Folate | Green and leafy vegetables, beans, asparagus, legumes |
| Example food sources: Vitamin K | Green and leafy vegetables, dairy products, grain products, meat, eggs, fruits |
| Example food sources: Pantothenic acid | Meat, grains, legumes, fruits, vegetables |
| Example food sources: Sodium | Beef, pork sardines, cheese, green olives, sauerkraut |
| Example food sources: Potassium | Whole and skim milk, bananas, prunes, raisins |
| Example food sources: Calcium | Milk and milk products, meat, eggs, cereals, beans, fruits, vegetables |
| Example food sources: Phosphorus | Milk, cheese, meat, poultry, cereals, nuts, legumes |
| Example food sources: Magnesium | Green leaves, nuts, cereal grains, seafood |
| Example food sources: Iron | Soybean flour, beef, beans, clams, peaches |
| Example food sources: Iodine | Seafood, iodized salt, dairy products |
| Example food sources: Zinc | Vegetables |
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Tea Lad
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