Understanding Vitamins and Diet Needs

Which vitamin is especially important for the absorption of calcium in children?

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin B12

• Vitamin K

Teenagers require increased amounts of which nutrient due to rapid growth and development?

• Iron

• Vitamin E

• Sodium

• Vitamin K

Isabelle has a habit of drinking several sugary sodas and eating sweets every day. Explain how this excessive sugar intake can lead to the development of a diet-related health condition. In your answer, name the condition and describe the process by which sugar contributes to it.

What is the approximate calorie content of a medium-sized apple (about 150g)?

• 52 kcal

• 95 kcal

• 150 kcal

• 200 kcal

Which vitamin is particularly important for elderly people to help maintain bone health?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin B6

A balanced diet for children should include which of the following?

• Only carbohydrates and fats

• Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals

• Only proteins and vitamins

• Only fruits and vegetables

Which nutrient is essential for the formation of red blood cells, especially in teenage girls?

• Calcium

• Iron

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin C

What is the main health risk associated with a diet very low in fibre?

• Scurvy

• Constipation

• Rickets

• Night blindness

Which of the following foods is highest in protein per 100g?

• White bread

• Chicken breast

• Apple

• Broccoli

What is the recommended daily calorie intake for an average teenage boy (aged 15-18) in the UK?

• 1,200 kcal

• 2,500 kcal

• 3,000 kcal

• 1,800 kcal