Water-Soluble Vitamins

  1. Functions of Vitamin C
    • Iron absorption
    • Collagen formation
    • Immune system functioning
    • Metabolism of AA
    • Protection of Vit A, B, Iron
    • Synthesis of neurotransmitters & thyroid hormones
  2. RDA of Vit C
    • Males: 90 mg/day
    • Females: 75 mg/day
    • UL: 2,000 mg
  3. Food sources of Vit C
    Citrus fruits, green peppers, strawberries, tomatoes, broccoli and sweet and white potatoes
  4. Deficiency of Vitamin C
    scurvy (weakness, anemia, bruising, bleeding gums and loose teeth)
  5. Toxicity of Vit C
    • Gout
    • Iron overload
  6. Functions of Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
    • Energy metabolism
    • Muscle nerve function
    • Appetite stimulant
  7. RDA for Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
    • Men: 1.2 mg/day
    • Women: 1.1 mg/day
  8. Food Sources of Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
    fortified breads and cereals, fish, lean meats, milk
  9. Deficiency of Vit B1 (Thiamine)
    Beriberi
  10. Toxicity of Vit B1 (Thiamine)
    NONE
  11. Functions of Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
    • Energy
    • Conversion of B2, B3, B6, Potassium
    • Formation of Antibodies
  12. RDA for Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
    • Male: 1.3 mg/day
    • Female: 1.1 mg/day
  13. Food sources of Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
    Cereal, nuts, milk, eggs, green leafy vegetables and lean meat
  14. Deficiency of Vitamin B2 (Thiamine)
    Ariboflavinosis
  15. Toxicity of Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
    NONE
  16. Functions of Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
    • Energy metabolism
    • Nervous system functions
  17. RDA for Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
    • Male: 16 mg NE/day
    • Female: 14 mg NE/day
    • UL: 35 mg NE/day
  18. Food sources of Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
    dairy, poultry, fish, lean meat, nuts, eggs
  19. Deficiency of Vitamin B3
    pellagra (scaly sores, mucosal changes, and mental symptoms)
  20. Toxicity of Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
    • Severe skin flushing combined with dizziness
    • Rapid heartbeat
    • Itching
    • Nausea and vomiting
    • Abdominal pain
    • Diarrhea
    • Gout
  21. Functions of Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
    • Vitamin Utilization
    • Energy
    • Cell building
    • CNS development
    • Improves resistance to stress
  22. RDA for Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
    AI: 5mg/day
  23. Food sources of Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
    • Chicken Liver
    • Avocado
    • Sunflower Seeds
    • Mushrooms
    • Broccoli
    • Tomatoes
    • Salmon
    • Cauliflower
  24. Deficiency of Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
    Erythromelalgia
  25. Toxicity of Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
    NONE
  26. Functions of Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
    • CNS Maintenance
    • Hemoglobin
    • Amino Acids
    • Neuro
    • Conversion of tryptophan and niacin
    • Energy
    • DNA Synthesis
    • Blood Glucose
    • Cellular Immunity
  27. RDA of Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
    • RDA: 1.2 mg/day
    • UL: 100 mg/day
  28. Food sources of Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
    beans, legumes, nuts, eggs, meats, fish breads, cereals
  29. Deficiency of Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
    • Decreased appetite
    • Decreased growth
    • Dermatologic
    • Muscular weakness
    • Dental caries
    • Hepatic steatosis
    • Arteriosclerosis
    • Anemia
    • Infertility
  30. Toxicity of Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
    Impaired neuropathy
  31. Functions of Vitamin B7 (Biotin)
    • Glycogen form
    • Fatty acid synthesis
    • Metabolism
    • Energy metabolism
  32. AI for Vitamin B7 (Biotin)
    30 mcg/day
  33. Food sources of Vitamin B7 (Biotin)
    Tomatoes, carrots, almonds, onions, romaine lettuce, eggs, salmon, walnuts, sweet potato, cauliflower
  34. Deficiency of Vitamin B7 (Biotin)
    • brittle nails
    • conjunctivitis
    • depression
    • dermatitis
    • fatigue
    • hair loss
    • hallucinations
    • loss of appetite
  35. Toxicity of Vitamin B7 (Biotin)
    NONE
  36. Functions of Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)
    • RBC 
    • Neuro
    • RNA Synthesis
    • DNA Synthesis
  37. Folate is activated only with _________.
    Vitamin B12
  38. Folate is actively secreted back into the GI tract with bile and can be absorbed repeatedly via _________________.
    enterohepatic circulation
  39. RDA for Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)
    • Adults: 400 mcg
    • Pregnant: 600 mcg
    • Lactating: 500 mcg
  40. Source of Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)
    parsley, winter squash, lentils, collard greens, beets, orange, avocado, sunflower seeds, celery, green peas, spinach, broccoli, black-eyed beans
  41. Deficiency of Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)
    • Craniorachischisis
    • Anencephaly
    • Encephalocele
    • Iniencephaly
    • Spina bifida occulta
    • Closed spinal dysraphism
    • Meningocele
    • Myelomeningocele
  42. (Drug Interactions of Folate) displaces folate from enzymes and interferes with normal metabolism
    Anticancer drugs
  43. (Drug Interactions of Folate) inhibits the action of folate-requiring enzymes
    Aspirin
  44. (Drug Interactions of Folate) limit the absorption of folate
    Antacids
  45. (Drug Interactions of Folate) impairs folate status
    Oral contraceptives
  46. Toxicity of Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)
    NONE
  47. Vitamin that has interdependent relationship with folate
    Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
  48. Vitamin that has interdependent relationship with folate
    Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
  49. Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) requires an ___________ to be absorbed
    intrinsic factor
  50. Functions of Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
    • Amino acid metabolism
    • Fatty acid metabolism
    • Folic acid metabolism
  51. RDA for Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
    2.4 mcg/day
  52. Food sources of Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
    animal meat, fish, eggs, dairy
  53. Deficiency of Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
    Anemia, poor nerve function (due to lack of HCl and intrinsic factor)
  54. Toxicity of Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
    NONE
  55. Non-B Vitamins
    • Choline
    • Inositol
    • Carnitine
  56. ___________ is one of the most important dietary nutrients for optimal brain health.
    Choline
  57. Sources of Vitamin B4 (Choline)
    • Beef liver
    • Wheat
    • Pink salmon
    • Egg powder
    • Veal
    • Shrimp
    • Green peas
    • Pumpkin seeds
  58. Beneficial features of Vitamin B4 (Choline)
    • Increase sperm motility
    • Creating a protective membrane of nerves
    • Liver repair
    • Reduces bad cholesterol
  59. Deficiency of Vitamin B4 (Choline)
    • Lack of coordination of movements
    • Insomnia
    • Fatigue
    • Constipation
    • Headaches
    • Cardiac Arrhythmia
  60. Functions of Vitamin B4 (Choline)
    • Heart Helper
    • Mom's Best Friend
    • Master of Metabolism
    • Fuel for Active Bodies
    • Building Block of Memory
    • Baby Brain Builder
  61. RDA for Vitamin B4 (Choline)
    • Men: 550 mg/day
    • Women: 425 mg/day
    • UL: 3,500 mg/day
  62. Toxicity of Vitamin B4 (Choline)
    excessive sweating
  63. Beneficial features of Vitamin B8 (Inositol)
    • Supports liver health
    • Stimulate the activity of the brain
    • Reduces cholesterol level
    • Supports health and hair health
  64. Sources of Vitamin B8 (Inositol)
    Peas, grapefruit, carrot, peach, orange, cabbage, melon
  65. Benefits of supplements
    • Cover overt deficiencies
    • Support increase nutrient needs
    • Improve nutritional status
    • Improve body’s defenses
    • Reduce disease risks
  66. Risks of supplements
    • Toxicity
    • Life-threatening
    • Misinformation
    • Unknown Needs
    • False sense of security
    • Other valid reasons
  67. Selection of supplements
    • Form
    • Contents
    • Misleading claims
    • Cost
Author
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ID
363103
Card Set
Water-Soluble Vitamins
Description
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