B-Vitamins
Which B vitamins are stored in the liver?
B-6, B-12
Who is most likely to have vitamin B deficiencies?
People with alcohol abuse disorders
Where is Vitamin B-12 sourced from?
Animal foods (meat, milk, eggs)
What is the function of Thiamin?
Helps release energy from carbohydrates
How do B vitamins support enzymes?
They act as coenzymes
What is the result of a vitamin C deficiency?
Scurvy
What is one of the sources of Biotin?
Egg yolks, peanut butter, cheese
Name 2 functions of Choline
Cell membrane structure • Single-carbon metabolism • Nerve function and brain development • Lipid transport
Which B vitamin is missing from this list?
Thiamin • Niacin • Pantothenic acid • Biotin • Folate • Vitamin B-6 • Vitamin B-12
Riboflavin
What is the result of a Folate deficiency?
Megaloblastic Amenia
Name 2 sources of Niacin (B-3)
Poultry • Tuna and other fish • Beef • Peanuts • Ready-to-eat cereals • Asparagus • Coffee and tea
What is the function of folate and its coenzyme?
Folate assists in Cell division and Folate coenzymes help form DNA