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B Vitamins

Flashcards for b vitamins

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What is another name for vitamin B1? Thiamin
What is thiamin’s primary role? Energy metabolism of carbohydrates and amino acids.
Who is most at risk for B12 deficiency? Those eating a vegan diet and older adults.
What are good sources of thiamin? Whole grains, legumes, lentils, green peas, spinach, and fortified grains.
What is another name for vitamin B2? Riboflavin.
What is riboflavin’s main function? Energy metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
What color is associated with riboflavin? Bright yellow.
What is biotin’s main role? Energy metabolism and fatty acid synthesis.
What are good food sources of riboflavin? Milk, yogurt, eggs, liver, almonds, mushrooms, and cereal grains.
What is another name for vitamin B3? Niacin.
What are the four D’s of pellagra, niacin deficiency? Dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia, and death.
Which B vitamin does folate work closely with? Vitamin B12.
What is another name for vitamin B5? Pantothenic acid.
What is the main function of vitamin B5? Fatty acid synthesis and energy metabolism.
What birth defect is caused by folate deficiency? Neural tube defects (spina bifida)
What is another name for vitamin B6? Pyridoxine.
What is the main function of vitamin B6? Protein metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis.
What amino acid is metabolized with B6 to reduce inflammation? Homocysteine.
What condition can high homocysteine contribute to? Heart disease.
What are rich sources of vitamin B6? Tuna, salmon, potatoes, bananas, avocados, and chicken.
What is another name for vitamin B7? Biotin.
What vitamin is destroyed by UV light? Riboflavin.
What is another name for vitamin B9? Folate.
What is folate’s primary function? DNA synthesis and cell growth.
What are common food sources of pantothenic acid? Nutritional yeast, liver, mushrooms, eggs, salmon, avocado, and peanuts.
What are rich food sources of niacin? Chicken, tuna, salmon, peanuts, beef, and coffee.
What is vitamin B12’s primary role? Red blood cell formation, nerve function, and DNA synthesis.
What is another name for vitamin B12? Cobalamin.
What mineral does vitamin B12 contain? Cobalt.
What foods are rich in folate? Dark leafy greens, lentils, asparagus, beans, avocado, and liver.
What type of anemia results from B12 deficiency? Pernicious anemia.
What factor is required for B12 absorption? Intrinsic factor.
What disease results from severe thiamin deficiency? Berberi
What are the best sources of vitamin B12? Clams, liver, beef, fish, eggs, milk, and fortified nutritional yeast.
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