Nutrition Quiz

Vitamin C

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1. What is the synonym of vitamin c?

The L-enantiomer of ascorbic acid is commonly known as vitamin C.

2. What is the recommended daily intake of vitamin C (Dietary Reference Intake, DRI)?

The North American Dietary Reference Intake recommends 90 milligrams per day.

3. What is the major manifestation of long-term deficiency of vitamin C?

Long-term deficiency of vitamin C causes scurvy in humans.

4. Which of the following statements is WRONG?

Vitamin C is NOT necessary for synthesis of cholesterol.

5. Which food has the highest vitamin C content?

With approx. 1250 mg / 100 gram rosehip has the highest vitamin C content.

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