HHP 2310 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Bioavailability, Antioxidant

• School: University of Iowa
• Department: Health and Human Physiology
• Course: HHP 2310
• Professor: Mellen Kathy

Document Summary

Differentiate fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins according to their characteristics. For each vitamin covered in recorded lessons identify: chief functions in the body, significant sources, deficiency diseases, toxicity diseases or symptoms. For each mineral covered in recorded lessons identify: chief functions in the body, significant sources, deficiency diseases, toxicity diseases or symptoms. Categorize vitamins and minerals based on similar functions: bone health, blood health, antioxidant function. Immune function: energy metabolism, fluid and electrolyte balance. At the conclusion of this section you should be able to: List the functions of water in the body. Describe the body"s water sources and routes of water loss. Compare and contrast the various sources of and types of water. Explain the importance of carbohydrate, protein, and water for athletes. Define dietary supplements as regulated by the dietary supplement health and education act.