Vitamin D Flashcards

1
Q

Functions

A

Absorb and use calcium
Works with calcium so helps bone and teeth

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2
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Sources (food)

A

Cheese
Eggs
Oily fish

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3
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Source (not food)

A

UV light
Sun

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4
Q

How does light get absorbed into our skin and form vitamin D?

A

Chemical reaction and helps the body make its own

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5
Q

Also called

A

Sunshine vitamin

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