Vitamins

Vitamin C

• Gives us energy

• Helps us see at night

• Fights off sickness

• Is known as the sunshine vitamin

Which food group is most likely to give our bodies vitamin C?

• Vegetables

• Fruits

Vitamin D..

• Gives us energy

• Fights off sickness

• Is known as the sunshine vitamin

• Helps us see at night

Why is vitamin D known as the sunshine vitamin?

Vitamin D

• Is created through daily exercise

• Gives us energy

• Helps the body absorb calcium leading to stronger bones

Vitamin E..

• Is created through exercise

• Absorbs calcium leading to stronger bones

• Helps us see

• Is good for our hair, nails and skin

Vitamin K..

• Helps us stops bleeding

• Absorbs calcium leading to stronger bones

• Fights off sickness

• Helps us see at night

How could Tara most likely get needed minerals and vitamins without eating healthy?

• By exercising daily

• By drinking extra water

• By adding salt to food eaten

• By taking dietary supplements

Which is least likely the reason vitamins and minerals are important to support a healthy body?

• To boost the immune system

• To improve the ability to laugh

• To help cells and organs function properly

• To support normal growth and development

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Which nutrient found in fruits would a doctor most likely recommend to help boost the immune system?

• Iron

• Calcium

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin K