WorksheetsVitamins & Minerals
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 12mins
There are two types of vitamins water -soluble and fat-soluble.
True
False
Excess fat soluble vitamins are stored in the ______________.
kidneys
fat
liver
heart
How many ounces in one liquid cup?
16
4
8
12
Which vitamin is added to milk to help the body absorb calcium?
Vitamin A
Vitamin K
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Which is NOT a source of vitamin C?
oranges
peas
tomatoes
strawberries
Which vitamin can be obtained from the sun?
Vitamin D
Vitamin C
Vitamin A
Vitamin B
Minerals make up 35-40% of your body weight.
True
False
One stick of butter is equal to 8 T. or 1/2 Cup.
True
False
Which is NOT a fat-soluble vitamin?
Vitamin A
Vitamin K
Vitamin B
Vitamin D
Too much sodium can cause which health problem?
obesity
diabetes
night blindness
high blood pressure
Ascorbic acid is also known as _______________.
Vitamin C
Vitamin B
Vitamin A
Vitamin K
People who don't get enough of this mineral risk getting osteoporosis.
Iron
Calcium
Potassium
Sodium
Sodium, chloride and potassium are also known as _______________.
B vitamins
Enzymes
Electrolytes
Fat-soluble vitamins
There are 4 cups in one ________________.
Pint
Gallon
Ounce
Quart
Folic acid or Folate is important for preventing ________________.
birth defects
bruising
weak bones
night blindness
Vitamins and minerals support many chemical reactions in the body.
True
False
A lack of vitamin C in the body can cause the disease _________________.
Rickets
Scurvy
Beriberi
Pellagra
The mineral calcium helps with
blood clotting
regulating the heart
keeping bones strong
all of the above
A lack of vitamin A can cause
diabetes
night blindness
heart disease
obesity
Half a tablespoon is equal to
1 teaspoons
1 1/2 teaspoon
2 teaspoon
3 teaspoons
Too much calcium in the diet can cause
Rickets
high blood pressure
kidney stones
poor eye sight
Vitamins and minerals supply energy to the body.
True
False
How many cups on one gallon?
16
12
8
32
Which is NOT a function of water
regulate body temperature
carries out waste
transport water soluble vitamins
strengthen muscles
