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• What is Vitamin A important for?

  **Vision**, **immune function**, and **skin health**.
• What are the main sources of Vitamin D?

  Sunlight exposure, fatty fish, and **fortified foods** like milk.
• What is the primary function of Vitamin C?

  **Antioxidant** activity, **collagen synthesis**, and **immune support**.
• What deficiency is associated with Vitamin B12?

  **Anemia** and **neurological issues**.
• What is Vitamin K essential for?

  **Blood clotting** and **bone health**.
• What are the symptoms of Vitamin E deficiency?

  **Nerve damage**, **muscle weakness**, and **vision problems**.
• What is the role of Vitamin B6 in the body?

  **Metabolism** of amino acids, **neurotransmitter synthesis**, and **immune function**.
• What are the main sources of Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)?

  **Whole grains**, **legumes**, and **pork**.
• What is the primary function of Vitamin B3 (Niacin)?

  **Energy production** and **DNA repair**.
• What is the consequence of Vitamin B9 (Folate) deficiency during pregnancy?

  **Neural tube defects** in the developing fetus.
• What are the key physical changes during adolescence?

  Key physical changes include **puberty**, growth spurts, development of **secondary sexual characteristics**, and changes in body composition.
• What are the main emotional changes in adolescence?

  Emotional changes include **mood swings**, increased **self-awareness**, development of identity, and heightened sensitivity to peer relationships.
• What cognitive developments occur during adolescence?

  Cognitive developments include **improved abstract thinking**, better problem-solving skills, and the ability to consider **hypothetical situations** and future consequences.
• What is the role of peer relationships in adolescence?

  Peer relationships become central during adolescence, influencing **self-esteem**, social skills, and the development of independence from family.
• What are common challenges faced during adolescence?

  Common challenges include **identity confusion**, peer pressure, academic stress, and navigating **emotional and physical changes**.
• What is one function of Vitamin A?

  Maintains healthy eyes
• What is a source of Vitamin A?

  Carrots
• What is one function of Vitamin D?

  Regulates calcium in the body
• What prevents rickets in children?

  Vitamin D
• What is a source of Vitamin D?

  Oily fish
• What is one function of Vitamin C?

  Helps absorb non-heme iron
• What is a source of Vitamin C?

  Citrus fruit
• What is one function of Vitamin B1?

  Assists with energy release from food
• What is a source of Vitamin B1?

  Fortified cereals
• What is one function of Vitamin B12?

  Formation of red blood cells
• What is a source of Vitamin B12?

  Dairy products
• What is one function of protein?

  Builds and repairs body tissues
• What is a source of protein?

  Meat
• What is one function of fat?

  Energy source
• What is a source of fat?

  Avocado
• What is one function of iron?

  Oxygen transport
• What is a source of heme iron?

  Meat
• What is a deficiency of iron?

  Anemia
• How does Vitamin C relate to iron?

  It converts iron into an absorbable form
• What is one function of calcium?

  Bone health
• What is a source of calcium?

  Dairy
• What is one function of sodium?

  Fluid balance
• What is a source of sodium?

  Table salt
• What are the functions of Vitamin A, D, C, B1, and B12?

  • Vitamin A: Maintains healthy eyes
  • Vitamin D: Regulates calcium, prevents rickets
  • Vitamin C: Absorbs non-heme iron, protects cells
  • Vitamin B1: Releases energy from food
  • Vitamin B12: Forms red blood cells, energy production
• What are the sources of Protein, Fat, Iron, Calcium, and Sodium?

  • Protein: Meat, fish, eggs, beans
  • Fat: Avocado, nuts, oily fish
  • Iron: Meat (heme), leafy greens (non-heme)
  • Calcium: Dairy, leafy greens
  • Sodium: Table salt, processed foods