Essential Nutrients

Which of the following is not considered an essential nutrient?

• Minerals

• Vitamins

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

Which type of vitamins can be stored within the body?

• Carbohydrate vitamins

• Protein vitamins

• Fat soluble vitamins

• Water soluble vitamins

What is the main function of vitamin C in the body?

• Energy production

• Muscle growth

• Antioxidant

• Bone mineralisation

How is vitamin D primarily synthesized in the body?

• Through food consumption

• Through sleep

• Through exercise

• Through UV light exposure

Which mineral is a major constituent of teeth and bones?

• Iron

• Sodium

• Potassium

• Calcium

What can a deficiency in calcium lead to?

• Skin problems

• Digestive problems

• Heart disease

• Bone mineralisation issues

Which of the following is a function of minerals in the body?

• Nerve transmission

• Hormone production

• Structural support

• Energy storage

What is the main symptom of vitamin C deficiency?

• Rickets

• Anemia

• Scurvy

• Osteomalacia

What is the role of vitamin D in the body?

• Production of red blood cells

• Regulation of blood sugar

• Digestion of fats

• Absorption of calcium and phosphorus

Which of the following is a water soluble vitamin?

• Vitamin B

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin E

• Vitamin A