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Why does the body need micronutrients?
Essential
for various bodily functions
Support
immune system
and
metabolism
Prevent
deficiencies
and health issues
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What happens if you do not have enough micronutrients?
It leads to
deficiencies
in health
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What happens if you have too much micronutrients?
It can lead to
excess
health issues
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Which foods are sources of vitamins?
Fruits
,
vegetables
,
dairy
, and
meats
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What vitamin deficiency can cause blindness?
Vitamin A
deficiency
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What food sources contain Vitamin A?
Carrots
,
liver
, milk, and
egg yolk
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What is a source of Vitamin C?
Citrus fruits
and berries
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What is a source of Vitamin D?
Sunlight
, fish, and
fortified
milk
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What is a source of calcium?
Dairy products and
leafy
greens
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What can weak bones lead to?
Increased risk of
fractures
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What can strong bones help with?
Support
body structure
and movement
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What is a source of strong teeth?
Calcium
and
phosphorus
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How do calcium and phosphorus work together?
They strengthen
bones
and
teeth
structure
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What is a symptom of calcium deficiency?
Weak bones and teeth
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What is a symptom of excess calcium?
Kidney stones
and
constipation
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What is a source of magnesium?
Green leafy vegetables
and
nuts
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What is a source of iron?
Red meat
and
legumes
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What is a symptom of iron deficiency?
Fatigue
and weakness
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What is a symptom of excess iron?
Organ damage
and
toxicity
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What are the key micronutrients and their food sources?
Vitamin A
:
Carrots
,
liver
, milk, egg yolk
Vitamin C: Citrus fruits, berries
Vitamin D: Sunlight, fish, fortified milk
Calcium
: Dairy products,
leafy greens
Magnesium: Green leafy vegetables, nuts
Iron
:
Red meat
, legumes
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What is the role of micronutrients in the body?
Support various
bodily functions
and health
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What can happen if you have a deficiency in micronutrients?
It can lead to various
health issues
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What can happen if you consume excess micronutrients?
It can cause
toxicity
and health problems
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How do micronutrients affect overall health?
They prevent
deficiencies
and support
bodily
functions
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