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VITAMINSsubstances that are essential for the normal functioning of the body
SOURCE
Liver
VITAMIN
DEFICIENCYcan lead to
dry hair and
an itchy
scalp and skin disease
FUNCTIONS
important for
the health of your
hair skin throat stomach
SOURCE
Liver
VITAMINDEFICIENCY
can lead to mouth and gum disorders and nervous symptoms (tiredness, numbness, dizziness and muscular weakness).
FUNCTIONSconverts blood sugar to energyhelps your heart work efficientlyimportant for
your brain and digestion
SOURCE VITAMIN
DEFICIENCY can lead to
brittle bones the enamel
covering of your teeth can be weakened
wounds may also take longer to heal
FUNCTIONShelps prevent colds promotes healthybone growth good for your teeth and gums
SOURCE FUNCTIONSessential to bone formation and growthreduces risk of bone malformationsimportant for healthy eyes and eyesight
VITAMIN
DEFICIENCY in children can
lead to a lack of energy , and a desire for sweets, because the body is not using sugar efficiently.
SOURCE FUNCTIONSessential for muscular health, including your heart helps your nervous system
VITAMIN
DEFICIENCY can lead to high
blood pressure and heart disease
TEST YOURSELF - how well do you know
vitamins?
1. Which vitamin can you get from drinking orange juice?2. Dairy produce provides you with two vitamins. Which are they?3. Sitting for half an hour in a park on a sunny day will provide you with
a natural source of which vitamin?4. Which meat products are rich in vitamins?5. Give three examples of leafy vegetables.6. Which vitamins do the following people need? someone worrying about a cut finger that won't stop bleeding someone scratching their head a child lying on a sofa and compulsively eating lots of sweets someone with no feeling in their toes someone who is short of breath and whose face looks redder than
normal