Wjec Food Science And Nutrition Level 3 |121 Questions| With Correct Answers.

Vitamin A {Ans: } - Function = eyesight in dim light, skin structure - Sources = carrots, dairy, eggs - Deficiency = night blindnessVitamin D {Ans: } - Function = absorb calcium - Sources = oily fish, eggs, fortified cereals - Deficiency = rickets/osteoporosisVitamin E {Ans: } - Function = immune system, healthy skin - Sources = nuts, seeds, plant oils - Deficiency = nerve problemsVitamin K {Ans: } - Function = wound healing, blood clotting - Sources = broccoli, spinach cereals - Deficiency = excessive bleeding and bruisingWhich vitamins have antioxidant properties? {Ans: } A, E, KThiamin (B1) {Ans: } - Function = energy release, nervous system - Sources = eggs, liver, white bread flour - Deficiency = beri-beri (heart failure)Riboflavin (B2) {Ans: } - Function = energy release, nervous system - Sources = milk, eggs, rice - Deficiency = cracked skin, weaknessNiacin (B3) {Ans: } - Function = energy release, nervous system - Sources = meat, fish, eggs - Deficiency = pellagra (sun sensitive skin)Pantothenic acid (B5) {Ans: } - Function = energy release, synthesis of hormones - Sources = meat, tomatoes, broccoli - Deficiency = poor immune system, fatiguePyridoxine (B6) {Ans: } - Function = energy release