AFP HE WK 13 Vitamins

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a micronutrient required by the body in relatively smaller amounts?

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Vitamins

• Lipids (fats)

Multiple Select

Which of the following are purposes of nutrient reference values (NRVs)?

• Framework for dietary planning and policy

• Used to assess population-level intake adequacy

• Used for individual nutrient goals and food labelling

• Support cell function and growth

Fill in the Blank

Most vitamins need to come from food because the body either does not produce them or produces very ___.

Multiple Choice

Which vitamin is involved in collagen synthesis and acts as an antioxidant?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin K

Multiple Select

Which of the following are functions of B group vitamins in metabolism?

• Act as coenzymes in key metabolic pathways

• Support energy production from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins

• Facilitate red blood cell formation and DNA/RNA synthesis

• Regulate body temperature

Open Ended

Explain how B group vitamins assist in energy metabolism, referencing at least two specific vitamins and their roles.

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about B group vitamins as co-enzymes is/are correct?

• They are converted directly into energy.

• They help enzymes break down macronutrients into useful energy.

• They are essential for converting food into ATP.

• They slow down chemical reactions in the body.

Open Ended

List two symptoms that may result from a deficiency in B vitamins involved in energy production.

Fill in the Blank

A deficiency in vitamin B1 (thiamine) can lead to the disease ___ .

Multiple Choice

Which B group vitamin is crucial for DNA synthesis, red blood cell formation, and neural tube development?

• B1 (Thiamine)

• B6 (Pyridoxine)

• B9 (Folate)

• B12 (Cobalamin)

Multiple Select

Which of the following are functions of Vitamin C?

• Enhances iron absorption

• Supports immune defense

• Promotes healthy skin and blood vessels

• Regulates night vision

Fill in the Blank

The body stores fat-soluble vitamins in fatty tissue and the ___ .

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a classic symptom of Vitamin A deficiency?

• Spina bifida

• Night blindness

• Scurvy

• Rickets

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of vitamin D?

• Regulates calcium and phosphate balance

• Enhances intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphorus

• Acts as a powerful antioxidant

• Supports muscle function

Multiple Choice

During which season is vitamin D deficiency most prevalent in southern Australia according to the provided data?

• Spring

• Summer

• Autumn

• Winter

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a risk associated with overconsumption of fat-soluble vitamins?

• Toxicity

• Deficiency

• Dehydration

• Increased energy