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Worksheets7 Nutrient Deficiencies That Are Incredibly Common
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which group is at an increased risk of vitamin B12 deficiency?
Meat-eaters
Vegetarians and vegans
Children
Athletes
What is the most common symptom of calcium deficiency?
Anemia
Osteoporosis
Scurvy
Rickets
What is a key mineral involved in more than 300 enzyme reactions in the body?
Calcium
Iron
Magnesium
Potassium
What is a common consequence of iron deficiency?
High blood pressure
Anemia
Diabetes
Osteoporosis
What is the most common symptom of iodine deficiency?
High blood pressure
Enlarged thyroid gland (goiter)
Hair loss
Skin rash
Calcium serves as a __________________. Without it, your heart, muscles, and nerves would not be able to function.
signaling protein
signaling carbohydrate
signaling molecule
signaling vitamin
What percentage of the Daily Value (DV) does one large carrot provide for beta carotene?
50%
75%
100%
150%
Who are at the highest risk of several nutrient deficiencies according to the text?
Middle-aged men
Children, young women, older adults, vegetarians, and vegans
Athletes
People with high protein diets
What is a common effect of Vitamin A deficiency?
Improved vision
Increased energy levels
Suppressed immune function
Enhanced skin health
Which of the following is a good dietary source of non-heme iron?
Clams
Mussels
Beans
Oysters
What percentage of preschool-aged children in certain regions have vitamin A deficiency?
10-20%
30-40%
44-50%
60-70%
Which vitamin can enhance the absorption of iron?
Vitamin A
Vitamin B12
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Which of the following is a symptom of severe magnesium deficiency?
Improved digestion
Muscle cramps
Increased appetite
Enhanced memory
What is a good source of non-heme iron?
Pumpkin seeds
Chicken breast
White rice
Milk
Vitamin B12, also known as _______________, is a water-soluble vitamin.
It is essential for blood formation, as well as brain and nerve function.
Which food is a dietary source of preformed Vitamin A?
Carrots
Fish liver oil
Sweet potatoes
Spinach
What is the primary role of iron in the human body?
To aid in digestion
To bind with hemoglobin and transport oxygen
To regulate body temperature
To produce vitamin D
What percentage of preschool children are affected by iron deficiency?
25%
47%
30%
42%
What is another name for Vitamin B12?
Ascorbic acid
Cobalamin
Retinol
Thiamine
Which of the following foods is a rich source of Vitamin D?
Spinach
Cod liver oil
Apples
Bread
