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Essential Nutrients and Dietary Deficiencies Quiz

#1

Which nutrient is a primary source of energy for the body?

Carbohydrate
Explanation

Primary source of energy

#2

What is the primary function of potassium in the body?

Regulation of blood pressure
Explanation

Blood pressure regulation

#3

Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?

Vitamin C
Explanation

Water-soluble vitamin

#4

Which of the following is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?

Salmon
Explanation

Source of omega-3 fatty acids

#5

What is the main function of vitamin E in the body?

Antioxidant activity
Explanation

Antioxidant activity

#6

What is the main function of vitamin D in the body?

Bone health
Explanation

Bone health

#7

Which mineral is essential for the formation of hemoglobin in red blood cells?

Iron
Explanation

Hemoglobin formation

#8

Which vitamin is known as the 'sunshine vitamin' because the body can produce it when exposed to sunlight?

Vitamin D
Explanation

Produced from sunlight exposure

#9

What is the recommended daily intake of fiber for adults?

25 grams
Explanation

Recommended daily intake

#10

What is the primary function of zinc in the body?

Wound healing
Explanation

Wound healing

#11

Which nutrient is essential for the development and maintenance of strong bones and teeth?

Calcium
Explanation

Strong bones and teeth

#12

What is the condition caused by a deficiency of vitamin C?

Scurvy
Explanation

Causes scurvy

#13

Which nutrient is crucial for the formation and maintenance of healthy skin, hair, and nails?

Biotin
Explanation

Skin, hair, and nails health

#14

Which mineral plays a crucial role in the transmission of nerve impulses and muscle contractions?

Magnesium
Explanation

Nerve impulses and muscle contractions

#15

What is the condition caused by a deficiency of vitamin B12?

Anemia
Explanation

Causes anemia

#16

What is the condition caused by a deficiency of iodine?

Goiter
Explanation

Causes goiter

#17

Which fatty acid is considered essential and must be obtained through the diet?

Polyunsaturated fatty acid
Explanation

Essential fatty acid

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