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VITAMINS - Coggle Diagram
VITAMINS
VITAMIN D
function
Absorbs calcium from the intestine into the blood stream
strengthens bones
food source
fish
salmon
tuna
sardines
beef liver
cheese
egg yolk
milk fortified with vitamin d
breakfast cereals
orange juice
impact on the short term HWB of youth
too much exposure to the sun
sunburn
impact on the long term HWB of the youth
lack of vitamin d can cause bones to become weak
VITAMIN B1,2,3
impact on the short term HWB of youth
lack of b group vitamins can cause
lack of energy
impact on the long term HWB of youth
lack of the b group vitamins can contribute to slow growth of muscles and bones
function
converting fuel into energy
help with growth of bones
food source
eggs
vegemite
wholegrain
cereals
bread
fish
meats
dark green leafy vegetables
milk
VITAMIN B9 (FOLATE)
impact on the short term HWB of youth
lack of B9 can cause tiredness and lack of energy
impact on the long term HWB of youth
the lack of vitamin B9 can lead to folate deficiency anaemia
food source
green leafy vegetables
citrus fruits
poultry
cereals
breads
fruit juices
function
Required for cells to duplicate during periods of growth.
Plays an important role in DNA synthesis
VITAMIN B12
function
Formation of red blood cells
Ensure that red blood cells are the correct size and shape
food source
meat
eggs
cheese
impact on the short term HWB of youth
lack of vitamin B12 can cause the lack of formation in the red blood cells
impact on the long term HWB of youth
can become anaemic if you lack