B Vitamins and Their Roles in Metabolism

Which vitamins are classified as B vitamins?

What is the role of vitamins in metabolism?

What are the consequences of power player deficiencies?

What does the Enrichment Act refer to?

What food sources are high in riboflavin?

What is the role of folate in the body?

What is the function of vitamin B12?

What is a key function of vitamin C?

B Vitamins

Include Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Biotin, Folic Acid, Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin B6, Folate, and Vitamin B12.
Essential for energy production and overall metabolism.

Vitamins and Metabolism

Vitamins often serve as coenzymes, aiding in numerous metabolic reactions and processes.

Power Player Deficiencies

Deficiencies in key vitamins can lead to the "4 D's": diarrhea, dermatitis, dementia, and death.

Enrichment Act

Legislation requires the addition of thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, folate, and iron in grain and cereal products to combat nutrient deficiencies.

Riboflavin

Found in milk, yogurt, and other dairy products; packaging exposure to light can diminish riboflavin content.

Folate

Crucial for DNA synthesis and cellular division, making it particularly important during periods of rapid growth, such as pregnancy.

Vitamin B12

Plays a vital role in converting folate into its coenzyme forms, which are necessary for various metabolic functions.

Vitamin C Functions

Enhances iron absorption, thus improving overall iron status, important for energy production and immune function.

Explore the essential B vitamins including Thiamin, Riboflavin, and B12, and their crucial roles in energy production and metabolism. Understand the impact of deficiencies and the importance of dietary sources and legislation like the Enrichment Act. This quiz highlights the significance of vitamins in health and growth.