28 The Courier sun • health • september 1, 2016 for breaking news visit www.qns.com ▶health How well do you know your nutrients? By Tresa Erickson Do you take a multivitamin everyday? Have any idea what’s in it? Chances are it’s made of several important vitamins and minerals. Think you know what each of those does? Take this quiz and find out. 1) This mineral aids in the production of the thyroid hormone. 2) This vitamin works as an antioxidant and stabilizes cell membranes. 3) This vitamin helps keep the eyes and skin healthy and aids in hormone synthesis. 4) This mineral helps prevent tooth decay. 5) This vitamin helps maintain strong bones and teeth. 6) This mineral aids in the production of insulin. 7) This mineral is essential for the release of energy from glucose. 8) This vitamin helps the blood clot. 9) These minerals aid in the production of hemoglobin. 10) These vitamins are used in energy metabolism. 11) This vitamin is used in amino acid and fatty acid metabolism. 12) This mineral works in conjunction with vitamin E. 13) This mineral helps transmit nerve impulses and activates enzymes needed for energy. 14) This vitamin helps form new cells and keeps the nervous system healthy. 15) This mineral acts as a buffer in acid-base balance and helps emulsify and transport fat. 16) This vitamin works as an antioxidant and helps wounds heal faster. 17) This mineral helps make protein. 18) This mineral keeps the bones and teeth strong, and helps the muscles contract and relax. 19) This vitamin is used in energy and amino acid metabolism and fat synthesis and breakdown. 20) This mineral aids in fluid balance, acidbase balance and the transmission of nerve impulses. Answers: 1) Iodine, 2) E, 3) A, 4) Fluoride, 5) D, 6) Zinc, 7) Chromium, 8) K, 9) Iron & Copper, 10) Niacin, Riboflavin & Thiamin, 11) B-6, 12) Selenium, 13) Magnesium, 14) B-12, 15) Phosphorus, 16) C, 17) Potassium, 18) Calcium, 19) Biotin, 20) Sodium How well did you do? If you got 15 or more correct, you definitely know your stuff when it comes to the function of vitamins and minerals. If you got 10–15 correct, you must have paid attention in your health class. If you got less than 10 correct, you might want to brush up on your nutrients and find out why you are taking that multivitamin. Our high quality and affordable Medicare Advantage and Long Term Care plan options include: Medicare Advantage Plans Designed to meet the needs of individuals with Medicare and those with both Medicare and Medicaid. We have a variety of plan options and a large network of quality doctors and providers in the communities where you live. Managed Long Term Care Plans Health and long term care services at home or in the community for those who are chronically ill or disabled. Contact us for eligibility and enrollment. info@agewellnewyork.com | agewellnewyork.com We’re here for your call. Toll Free 1.866.586.8044 TTY/TDD 1.800.662.1220 Seriously, choosing a health plan is not easy. We work hard to make it easier. AgeWell New York LLC is an HMO plan with a Medicare contract and a contract with the New York State Medicaid Program. Enrollment in AgeWell New York depends on contract renewal. Medicare beneficiaries may also enroll in AgeWell New York LLC through the CMS Medicare Online Enrollment Center located at www.medicare.gov. H4922_AWNY_4002_AS16_FILE & USE 04152016
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