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nutrients refer to________________________.

• chemicals that are not absorbed by the body.

• chemical substances that are nourishing for the body.

• non-chemical substances from plants and animals

• non-chemical substances that are essential for the body.

Macro-nutrients consist of ______, proteins and fats.

micronutrients consists of vitamins and minerals as they are needed in small quantities and they do not provide ________ to the body.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a macro-nutrient?

• it provides energy for the body

• it is needed in larger quantities by the body

• it does not supply any energy to the body

• excess of it may pose health risks to the body

Which of the following are considered fat soluble vitamins?

• vitamin A

• Folic Acid

• vitamin E

• vitamin K

• Vitamin B2

Describe the difference between fat soluble vitamins and water soluble vitamins when they are consumed in excess.

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Answer explanation

excess fat soluble vitamins will be stored in the liver when consumed in excess while excess water-soluble vitamins will be passed out of the body through urine and perspiration.

Which of the following is NOT a function of Vitamin C?

• it is an antioxidant

• it helps the body to absorb iron

• it helps the body to absorb calcium

• it strengthens the immunity and resist infection

• it helps the gums to stay healthy

Deficiency in Iron will result in __________.

Vitamin A helps to form the ______ ______ in the retina.

Anti-oxidants ________________________

• binds itself to oxygen and cause nutrients to be oxidised

• protects nutrients from being oxidised and producing free radicals

• can be found in fruits and vegetables

• can be found in vitamins A, C and E.