https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl Made by Gracyn Austin en-us 2016-11-18 16:39:21 UTC 2025-04-24 12:35:38 UTC hello@padlet.com gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138757974 Vitamins are organic compounds needed for normal cell function, growth and development. ]]> 2016-11-18 16:43:00 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138757974 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138759723 Minerals are inorganic substances. They are needed for normal body function and development. ]]> 2016-11-18 16:47:22 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138759723 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138760756 If a vitamin is fat soluble it means that it binds to fat and stores for later use. ]]> 2016-11-18 16:50:16 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138760756 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138761335 If vitamin isn't fat soluble it is water soluble meaning it is directly absorbed by cells. ]]> 2016-11-18 16:51:45 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138761335 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138761896 RDA stands for recommended daily allowance. It represents the amount of vitamins and minerals a person needs to stay healthy. ]]> 2016-11-18 16:53:18 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138761896 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138764205 Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin needed for vision and to support the immune system. It can be found in poultry, fish, and dairy. You need from 700-900 micrograms RAE per day. ]]> 2016-11-18 16:59:26 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138764205 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138765472 Vitamin b12 is water soluble vitamin needed for red blood cell formation. It can be found in beef liver, clams, poultry, eggs, and cheese. The average adult needs 2.4 mcg a day. ]]> 2016-11-18 17:03:02 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138765472 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138766830 Vitamin B1, also known as thiamin. This vitamin helps turn food into energy. It can be found in whole grains, legumes, and pork. The average women needs about 1.1 mg a day. ]]> 2016-11-18 17:06:42 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138766830 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138768224 Vitamin B6 is a water soluble vitamin that aids metabolism and brain development. It can be found in poultry, fish, organ meats, potatoes, and starchy vegetables. The average adult needs 1.3 mg a day.]]> 2016-11-18 17:10:19 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/138768224 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140657479 A water soluble antioxidant that that helps protect cells. It can be found in citrus fruits and vegetables. The average male adult needs about 90 mg a day. ]]> 2016-11-29 20:31:55 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140657479 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140658072 A fat soluble vitamin that helps the body absorb calcium. It can be found in fatty fish, beef liver, cheese, egg yolks, and milk. The average adult needs 600 IU a day.]]> 2016-11-29 20:34:44 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140658072 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140658809 A fat soluble vitamin that boots the immune system. It can be found in vegetable oil, nuts, and some green vegetables. The average adult needs 15 mg a day.]]> 2016-11-29 20:37:43 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140658809 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140659539 A fat soluble vitamin good for blood clotting and healthy bones. It can be found in green leafy vegetables, blueberries, and figs. The average adult needs 90-120 mcg a day. ]]> 2016-11-29 20:40:49 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140659539 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140659952 A mineral needed for strong bones and teeth. It can be found in dairy, kale, broccoli, and most grains. The average adult needs 1,000 mg a day. ]]> 2016-11-29 20:42:36 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140659952 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140660616 A mineral that is needed in trace amounts that helps enhance the action on insulin but it other mechanisms are not well defined yet. It can be found in meat, whole grain, and some fruits and vegetables. The average adult needs 25-35 mcg a day. ]]> 2016-11-29 20:45:02 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140660616 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140663901 It is needed to make thyroid hormones, and control metabolism. It can be found in iodized salt. The average adult needs 150 mcg a day. ]]> 2016-11-29 20:56:59 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140663901 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140664365 It is needed to make hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells. It can be found in meats, seafood, lentils, spinach, and nuts. The average adult need 8-18 mg a day. ]]> 2016-11-29 20:58:42 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140664365 gracynla https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140665226 It is needed to regulate muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels, and blood pressure. It can be found in green leafy vegetables, legumes, and seeds. The average adult needs 320-420 mg a day.]]> 2016-11-29 21:02:17 UTC https://padlet.com/gracynla/70u8jq6ykkl/wish/140665226