Vitamins V itamins must be obtained through diet.

1. Vitamins Vitamins must be obtained through diet. Vitamins allow the body to use the energy provided by the macronutrients. Only trace amounts are required. For vision, bone growth and cell division. Obtained from colorful fruits, green leafy vegetables, eggs, fortified milk and cereals. Vitamin A Essential nutrients cannot be synthesized by the body and must be consumed in he diet. Pull For immune system health. Obtained from citrus fruits and juices, peppers and tomatoes. Vitamin C

2. Vitamins Vitamins must be obtained through diet. Vitamins are important for metabolism, tissue building and regulating body processes. For heart health, strong bones and teeth and cancer prevention. Obtained from fish and fish oils, fortified milk, supplements or the sun. Vitamin D Supports the immune system. Obtained from vegetable oils, nuts and seeds. Vitamin E

3. Vitamins Vitamins must be obtained through diet. Touch the arrows to reveal information about the benefits and sources of each vitamin. For blood, bone, liver and heart health. Obtained from green leafy vegetables, avocado and kiwifruit. Vitamin K For cell growth, metabolism support, skin, muscle tone, immune system and nervous system function. Obtained from whole unprocessed foods, fortified cereal, beans and yeast. Vitamin B Complex

4. 1 Nutritional Disorders Damage Health Read the Case study and try to identify the vitamin deficiency. http://www.sciencesource2.ca/pgs/index.php Activity D1

5. Minerals Minerals must be obtained through diet. Needed by the body in small amounts. Regulate body fluids, contribute to growth, build tissues Calcium- For strong bones and teeth. Obtained from dairy, green leafy vegetables and canned fish. Iron- Prevents fatigue and low immunity. Obtained from red meat, fish, poultry, beans and iron-fortified cereal. Magnesium- For muscle and nerve function, heart health and bone strength. Obtained from green vegetables, legumes and whole grains. Potassium- For strong bones and teeth. Obtained from dairy, green leafy vegetables and canned fish.

6. Minerals Minerals must be obtained through diet. Are put into different structures within the body to create enzymes, hormones, skeletal bones, tissues, teeth & fluids. Zinc- For wound healing, night vision and a strong immune system. Obtained from red meat, poultry, seafood and fortified cereal. Iodine- For thyroid health. Obtained from eggs, some seafood and iodized salt. Sodium- For muscle and nerve function and regulating blood pressure. Obtained from table salt and processed food.

7. 2 Excess sodium in the diet leads to _______. A high blood pressure B stroke C heart disease D kidney damage

8. This mineral is essential for healthy red blood cells. A deficiency causes anemia. 3 A magnesium B sodium C calcium D iron