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Vitamin Supplements &
College StudentsBy: Danielle DiLuzio
SCURVY
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WHY THERE IS A PROBLEM
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ARE VITAMINS NECESSARY?
Vitamins are needed in small amounts
Cannot be produced by the body
Must be obtained from food
If we do not get essential vitamins, we could develop a deficiency disorder
THE PROBLEM: VITAMIN DEFICIENCY Can lead to health problems
Each vitamin has unique functions to perform individually and together with other vitamins
Some deficiencies include…• Fatigue• Dry skin• Poor eyesight• High cholesterol levels• High blood pressure• Slow wound healing
• Increased cancer/heartdisease risk
• Asthma• Diabetes• Infertility• Sore gums
THE SOLUTION
Eat Healthier!
OR
Take Vitamins!
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VITAMINS! Vitamin supplements are like insurance
Vitamin A• Liver, orange fruits and vegetables, dark leafy vegetables• Important for eyesight and healthy skin
B Vitamins• Avocados, bananas, beans, cereal, meats, oatmeal, poultry,
seeds, cheese, eggs, fish , milk, and yogurt• Important for a healthy metabolism, normal cell division,
protein synthesis, and proper brain function
Vitamin C• Broccoli, grapefruit, kiwi, oranges, peppers, potatoes,
strawberries, and tomatoes• Boosts alertness, concentration, and promotes healing
VITAMINS! Folic Acid
• Spinach and greens, asparagus, citrus fruits, melons, strawberries, fortified grains, beans, chickpeas, black beans, eggs, and organ meats like liver
• Important for the develop of the central nervous system and prevents alterations in DNA that lead to cancer
Vitamin E• Margarine, corn oil, cod-liver, hazelnuts, peanut butter,
safflower oil, sunflower seeds, and wheat germ• Slows down the aging of your body and aids in formation of
red blood cells and strengthens cell membranes
VITAMINS! Vitamin K
• Leafy vegetables, soybean oil, broccoli, alfalfa, cooked spinach, and fish oil
• Promotes strong bones and maintains normal blood clotting
Vitamin D• Eating fish and being in the sun• Helps activate calcium and phosphorous which are essential
for bone strength
WORDS OF CAUTION Not everyone should take the same vitamins
Some vitamins can be toxic!
It is very important to consult a doctor or nutritionist
Vitamins can make you nauseous! It’s important to take them with food or half in the morning and half at night
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