Perspectives in Nutrition, 5/e

Gordon M. Wardlaw, Ohio State University
Margaret W. Kessel, Ohio State University

The Water-Soluble Vitamins

Learning Objectives

By the end of this chapter, the student should be able to:

Identify the functions of water-soluble vitamins

Recognize important sources of these vitamins.

Describe the signs and symptoms of deficiency.

Classify the chemical and physical properties of the individual vitamins.

Identify the vitamins most likely to be toxic when ingested in large amounts

Explain the rationale for establishing the RDA.

Identify the vitamins that may be deficient in the American diet.

Recognize the important role of nutrients in possibly preventing cancer.

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