Nutrition Deficiencies

Question 1

lack of protein

Answer 1

Kwashiorkor disease (fluid retention in abdomen = bloat)

Question 2

lack of carbohydrates

Answer 2

fatigue / low energy

Question 3

lack of lipids

Answer 3

damage to cell membranes + brain

Question 4

lack of iron

Answer 4

anaemia (lack of oxygen / red blood cells)

Question 5

lack of vitamin C

Answer 5

Scurvy (damage to teeth + gums)

Question 6

lack of calcium

Answer 6

Osteoporosis (brittle bones)

Question 7

lack of Vitamin D

Answer 7

Rickets (bent bones)

Question 8

lack of vitamin A

Answer 8

night blindness