Portage Learning, BIOD 121 Nutrition – Module 4 Problem Set

Choose two minerals, one from each major class. Describe the symptoms of a deficiency in the mineral and suggest a way in which the deficiency may be avoided. potassium- symptoms include muscle cramps and arrhythmias. Deficiency can be avoided by eating more fruits and vegetables that are high in potassium. iron- symptoms include anemia, fatigue, poor circulation and temp regulation. Deficiency can be avoided being eating variety of red ,eats and dark leafy greens. Question 2 0 / 0 pts For each fat soluble vitamin, provide the following information: the common forms of the vitamin, whether or not the body can produce the vitamin, what the vitamin does within the body, what are the results of a deficiency of the vitamin, whether or not an overabundance of the vitamin may be harmful, and what foods are rich in the vitamin? Vitamin A Vitamin D Vitamin E A- found in either retinol or retinal form. body cannot produce it. helps the eyes adjust from bright to dim light. Deficiency can cause night blindness. Too much can cause yellowing of palms and soles of feet. Liver, fish, and eggs are great sources for vitamin A, D- D2 and D3 are common forms. Body is able to produce it. vitamin D regulates calcium levels and bone metabolism. Deficiency causes bone problems. Too much can cause calcium deposits in kidney. Fatty fish and yogurt are sources E- common forms gamma tocopherol and alpha tocopherol. Body can produce it. Protects cell membranes from free radicals. deficiency leads to cellular breakdown. Sources are oils nuts and grains. Too much causes issues with Vitamins K roles in clotting