Identify the problem associated with vitamin K deficiency and who is most at risk for K deficiency and why. How is it prevented?
Q. 2Why are dark-skinned children who live in smoggy northern cities likely to develop rickets?
Q. 3Differentiate between retinol and beta-carotene and explain what retinol activity equivalents are.
Q. 4Compare the characteristics of the water-soluble vitamins and the fat-soluble vitamins.
Q. 5This product is labeled Gentlemen 50+ and states that the antioxidants and vitamins it contains slow aging in men. What can you state about targeted products such as this one?
a. Evidence does not support a role for antioxidant supplements against chronic diseases.
b. Most men over the age of 50 have inadequate nutrient intakes and would benefit from this product.
c. This supplement would be more helpful for smokers than for nonsmokers.
d. The antioxidants included in this supplement have all been shown to be extremely effective in free radical protection.
e. This target product is beneficial because men over 50 need a unique proportion of nutrients.
Q. 6The vitamin caplets in this product are time-released. What benefit does this provide?
a. no real benefit because nutrients are incorporated into the cells where they are needed whenever they arrive
b. reduced risk of an overdose or toxicity of individual vitamins
c. sustained, steady blood concentration of vitamins, which is more effective
d. better absorption from the stomach
e. a larger dose of the vitamin over a longer time
Q. 7The product label on this multi-vitamin supplement has the following health statement: Emerging research suggests that an adequate daily vitamin D3 intake may play a role in supporting colon and immune health.. How should this be interpreted?
a. The vitamin D in this product has been proven to improve one's immune status.
b. Because the manufacturer is not required to provide scientific evidence to the FDA, this statement may not be accurate.
c. The product includes the amount of vitamin D recommended for daily consumption.
d. The amount of vitamin D in this product is low enough to allow for additional intake from foods.
e. This statement means the manufacturer has voluntarily paid an independent laboratory to test the product.
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