Category: V

Dilation of blood vessels due to the relaxation of smooth muscles.  

Narrowing of blood vessels as a result of smooth muscle contraction.  

A dangerous condition that can occur if an individual holds his breath, causing the glottis to close and stomach muscle to contract, forming an unequal pressure in the chest cavity, reduced blood flow to the heart, and insufficient oxygen supply to the brain. Dizziness, temporary loss of consciousness may occur.  

Optional on nutrition label unless added as a nutrient supplement. Helps regulate the use of carbohyrate, fat and protein for energy production. Acid- soluble in water, stable to oxidizing and reducing agents, and labile to dry heat, hot alkali or hot acid. Essential for all living organisms including man, to maintain normal skin, normal growth,…

An optional statement on nutrition label unless added as a nutrient supplement. It is a water-soluble vitamin and helps the body release energy from protein, fat and carbohydrate. Niacin promotes healthy skin nerves and digestion, and also fosters normal appetite. Functions as a co-enzyme. Deficiency is human pellagra, skin eruption, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting…

Soluble in water. Necessary for the production of red and white blood cells. Food sources include liver, kidney, dried beans, beef, yeast, green leafy vegetables, wheat, and mushrooms.  

Biotin is part of the B-vitamin complex. It helps regulate the use of carbohydrates and helps the body form and use fat. It is an important part of enzymes. Optional on nutrition label unless added as a nutrient supplement.  

The few causes of variations or costs that account for most of the total variations or costs.  

A statement set forth by management of a firm or institution to set their goal(s) for the present and the future. The ability to see, eyesight. Perception of things through the action of light on the eyes and optic centers in the brain. The ability to see provided by the eyes and brain working together.…

Fruit or wine of any given season. The term “vintage” is derived from the French word “vendange,” which signifies the grape harvest. While a vintage occurs every year, it is commonly employed as “vintage year,” denoting that the wines produced in that particular year boast exceptional quality.