Digestion

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GCSE Biology (Vitamins and Digestion) Flashcards on Digestion, created by jess99 on 09/04/2013.
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Vitamin A Makes chemicals in retina, protects surface of eye and connective tissue Eg fish liver oils, liver, butter, margerine, carrots
Vitamin C Sticks together cells lining surfaces in e body Eg fresh fruits (especially fruits) and vegetables
Vitamin D Helps bones absorb calcium and phosphorus Eg fish liver oils, cream, butt, also made in skin in sunlight
Calcium Makes bones and teeth Eg dairy products, fish, bread, vegetables
Iron Makes haemoglobin in red blood cells to carry oxygen Eg red meat, liver, eggs green leafy vegetables
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