Exam 9: Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Taking a vitamin A supplement has been linked to reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

Vitamins A,D,E,and K from plant sources are less soluble than vitamins A,D,E,and K from animal sources.

Both alpha-tocopherol and gamma-tocopherol are found in food sources.

Which of the following foods is a good source of vitamin K?

An early symptom of vitamin A deficiency is _____________.

Activation of vitamin D from food sources requires a healthy liver and kidneys.

To conserve the vitamin content of foods,_____________.

The human body needs vitamin K to _____________.

Taking high doses of vitamin E supplements can impair blood clotting.

Which of the following statements is true?

Low blood levels of vitamin K are associated with increased risk of osteoporosis.

Vitamin A is involved in production of white blood cells.

_____ is the most biologically active form of vitamin A in the body.

Jameela is an Iranian woman living in poverty.She is not seen in public places without being covered almost completely in heavy veils.Her usual diet is comprised of legumes,small amounts of yogurt,whole-grain breads and rice,fruits,and a few vegetables.Based on this information,Jameela is most at risk of _____________.

Which of the following foods is the best source of preformed vitamin A?

A deficiency of vitamin _____ results in deterioration of epithelial cells.

A low level of salt in sweat is a sign of cystic fibrosis.

Excessive vitamin D intakes can result in _____________.

Long-term trials have shown that high intakes of vitamin E reduce the risk of lung cancer in smokers.