HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

NUTRITION VITAMINS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
____ is needed to heal cuts and wounds and to absorb iron from dark green vegetables.
A
Vitamin A
B
Vitamin B-group
C
Vitamin C
D
Vitamin D
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Vitamin C is needed for healing wounds, and for repairing and maintaining bones and teeth. It also helps the body absorb iron from nonheme sources. Vitamin C is an antioxidant, along with vitamin E, beta-carotene, and many other plant-based nutrients.

Detailed explanation-2: -Ascorbic acid should be measured before or after surgery in patients at risk. Supplementation with 1000 mg dd ascorbic acid improves wound healing drastically.

Detailed explanation-3: -Vitamin C has been shown to enhance iron absorption. It captures non-heme iron and stores it in a form that your body can absorb more easily ( 1) . Foods high in vitamin C include citrus fruits, dark green leafy vegetables, bell peppers, melons, and strawberries.

Detailed explanation-4: -Vitamin A, vitamin C and zinc help your body to repair tissue damage, fight infections, and keep your skin healthy.

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