3. Define Vitamins and minerals. Write the function of vitamins A, B, C, D and mineral
Calcium, Phosphorous, Iron and Iodine.
Answers
Explanation:
vitamin is an organic molecule that is an essential micronutrient which an organism needs in small quantities for the proper functioning of its metabolism. Essential nutrients cannot be synthesized in the organism, either at all or not in sufficient quantities, and therefore must be obtained through the diet.
Answer:
Vitamins- Vitamins are the substances that our body need to develop and function normally.
Minerals- Minerals are those elements in our body that are very essential for the body grow and develop properly.
Functions-
Vitamin A- Healthy eyes and general growth and development, including healthy teeth and skin.
Vitamin B- Energy production, immune function and iron absorption.
Vitamin C- Helping to protect cells and keeping them healthy, maintaining healthy skin, blood vessels, bones and cartilage
Vitamin D- Normal blood vessels of calcium and phosphorus, absorption of calcium and helps to form strong bones.
Calcium- The body needs calcium to maintain strong bones and to carry out many important functions.
Phosphorus- The body needs phosphorus to build and repair bones and teeth, help nerves function, and make muscles contract.
Iron- Iron is an essential element for blood production
Iodine- The body needs iodine to make thyroid hormones. These hormones control the body's metabolism and many other important functions.