3.2 - Micronutrient Roles & Deficiency Risks
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What are micronutrients?
💡 Hint: Think about what nutrients people need in small quantities.
Name one vitamin important for bone health.
💡 Hint: It is related to the sun and helps absorb calcium.
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What is the primary role of Vitamin D in the body?
💡 Hint: It's linked to calcium and keeping your bones strong.
True or False: B-Complex vitamins support energy metabolism.
💡 Hint: Think about how you feel after eating carbohydrates.
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Analyze the dietary intake of an adolescent who primarily consumes junk food with low nutrients. Discuss the potential long-term health implications of such a diet.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of vitamins and minerals in growth and development.
Evaluate how the interaction between Vitamin C and iron can be practically applied to improve dietary choices.
💡 Hint: Think of meals that combine these two food groups.
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