Vitamins and Nutrition

Scurvy is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin C, which is chemically known as ascorbic acid.

Retinol is the chemical name for vitamin A.

All are elements of balanced diet except copper.

The clotting of blood cannot take place in the absence of vitamin K.

7-Dehydrocholesterol is a type of cholesterol that functions in the serum as a cholesterol precursor and is converted to vitamin D₃ in the skin.

 Vitamin excreted by urine in higher vertebrates is Vitamin C as it is a water soluble vitamin.

The vitamin that contains a metal ion is vitamin B₁₂

Cod liver oil is famously rich in vitamin D and vitamin A. Among the choices provided, vitamin D is the most classic therapeutic association for cod liver oil.

Barbados Cherry, also known as acerola, is one of the richest natural sources of Vitamin C, containing 30-50 times more Vitamin C than oranges. This makes it exceptionally valuable for nutrition and immune support.

A balanced diet is defined as one that provides all the necessary nutrients, including carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals, in the correct proportions to maintain health and immunity.

Vitamins are micronutrients that regulate body processes but do not provide calories or energy to the body.

Glucose is a simple sugar that is absorbed directly into the bloodstream, providing an immediate source of energy for athletes.

Dietary precursor of coenzyme A is vitamin B₅. Dietary precursor of flavin adenine dinucleotide is vitamin B₁₂. Dietary precursor of thiamine pyrophosphate is vitamin B₁. Dietary precursor of pyridoxal phosphate is vitamin B₆.

This option is correct because marasmus is a protein deficiency disease.