The Role of Vitamins and Minerals

These are substances that are essential for the body to help regulate and coordinate body functions.

• Carbohydrates

• Vitamins

• Minerals

Everyone has the same vitamin needs.

• True

• False

Which is NOT a factor that contribute to our body composition and needs?

• Age

• Heredity

• Diet

• Knowledge

What does RDA stand for?

(a)  

Name a vitamin and give its source.

(a)  

These are vitamins that need to be replaced daily.

• Water-soluble vitamins

• Fat-soluble vitamins

These are inorganic substances essential for the body to help in forming bones, teeth and blood cells.

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Proteins

Everyone needs minerals, but the needs will not change in certain stages.

• True

• False

Name a mineral and give its source.

(a)  

Supplements may be necessary if you are not eating a balanced and varied diet.

• True

• False