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Which vitamin is included in the B complex group?

  • Vitamin B12 (correct)
  • Vitamin C
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin A

What are the units of measurement for Vitamin B complex?

  • Grams (g) and Liters (L)
  • Dietary Folate Equivalent (DFE) and Niacin Equivalents (NE) (correct)
  • International Units (IU) and Milligrams (mg)
  • Micrograms (mcg) and Teaspoons (tsp)

How does absorption of Vitamin B complex occur?

  • Through osmosis
  • Through photosynthesis
  • Through active transport, passive diffusion, and protein binding (correct)
  • Through fermentation

Where does excretion of Vitamin B complex occur?

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What can primary deficiencies of Vitamin B complex lead to?

<p>Anemia and neural tube defects (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of Vitamin B complex deficiencies?

<p>Anemia and dermatitis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a food source of Vitamin B complex?

<p>Dark leafy greens and meat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does loss from cooking affect the availability of B vitamins in food?

<p>It reduces the availability (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can excess B6 from supplements cause?

<p>Adverse effects (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the functions of Vitamin B complex?

<p>Coenzyme roles in metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin synthesis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the related diseases associated with Vitamin B complex deficiencies?

<p>Peripheral neuropathy, Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome, and pellagra (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are secondary deficiencies of Vitamin B complex associated?

<p>With alcoholism and malabsorption (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin in the B complex group is responsible for coenzyme roles in metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin synthesis?

<p>Vitamin B12 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of choline in the Vitamin B complex?

<p>Cell membrane structure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which unit of measurement is used for Niacin in the Vitamin B complex?

<p>Niacin Equivalents (NE) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Vitamin B complex absorbed in the body?

<p>Through active transport, passive diffusion, and protein binding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the excretion of Vitamin B complex primarily occur?

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What can excess B6 from supplements cause?

<p>Adverse effects (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of primary deficiencies of Vitamin B complex?

<p>Anemia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a food source rich in Vitamin B complex?

<p>Broccoli (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential outcome of secondary deficiencies of Vitamin B complex?

<p>Dermatitis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can affect the availability of B vitamins in food?

<p>Cooking (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential method of Vitamin B complex excretion?

<p>Bile (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential symptom of Vitamin B complex deficiencies?

<p>Fatigue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit for measurement of folate in Vitamin B complex?

<p>Dietary Folate Equivalent (DFE) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mechanism is NOT involved in the absorption and excretion of B vitamins?

<p>Osmosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition may be associated with secondary deficiencies of B vitamins?

<p>Pellagra (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of excessive intake of certain B vitamins through supplements?

<p>Hypervitaminosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is NOT related to B vitamin deficiencies?

<p>Rickets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential symptom of primary deficiencies of B vitamins?

<p>Megaloblastic anemia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can affect the availability of B vitamins in the diet?

<p>Inhibitors of absorption (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of loss of B vitamins during food processing?

<p>Reduced nutritional content (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is responsible for DNA/RNA synthesis in the Vitamin B complex?

<p>Folate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition may result from excess B vitamin intake?

<p>Hypervitaminosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential method of B vitamin excretion?

<p>Urination (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is NOT associated with B vitamin deficiencies?

<p>Hypertension (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin in the B complex group is responsible for coenzyme roles in metabolism, DNA/RNA synthesis, energy metabolism, and neurotransmitter production?

<p>Vitamin B6 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit for measurement of folate in Vitamin B complex?

<p>Dietary Folate Equivalent (DFE) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can excess B6 from supplements cause?

<p>Niacin flush (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can affect the availability of B vitamins in the diet?

<p>Inhibitors of absorption (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are secondary deficiencies of Vitamin B complex associated?

<p>Alcoholism (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of loss of B vitamins during food processing?

<p>Decreased bioavailability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is NOT related to B vitamin deficiencies?

<p>Rickets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of choline in the Vitamin B complex?

<p>Cell membrane structure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential symptom of primary deficiencies of B vitamins?

<p>Confusion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of excessive intake of certain B vitamins through supplements?

<p>Adverse effects (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the excretion of Vitamin B complex primarily occur?

<p>Kidneys (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential method of B vitamin excretion?

<p>Urine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Vitamin B Complex

Includes folate, folic acid, B12, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, B6, pantothenic acid, and choline.

B Vitamin Units

Dietary Folate Equivalent (DFE) for folate; Niacin Equivalents (NE) for niacin.

Functions of B Vitamins

Play roles as coenzymes, and are used in neurotransmitter and hemoglobin synthesis.

B Vitamin Absorption

Occurs through active transport, passive diffusion, and protein binding.

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B Vitamin Excretion

Excess B vitamins are excreted through urine, bile, and feces.

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Primary B Vitamin Deficiencies

Can lead to anemia and neural tube defects.

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Secondary B Vitamin Deficiencies

Include alcoholism and malabsorption issues.

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B Vitamin Deficiency Symptoms

Include anemia, dermatitis, and neurological issues.

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Diseases Related to B Vitamin Deficiencies

Include peripheral neuropathy, Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome, and pellagra.

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Food Sources of B Vitamins

Include dark leafy greens, meat, fish, poultry, dairy, and fortified cereals.

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Cooking and Inhibitors' Effect

Affect the availability of B vitamins in food.

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B Vitamin Toxicity

Excess B6 from supplements can cause adverse effects.

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Functions of B Vitamins

Role in metabolism, DNA/RNA synthesis, energy metabolism, and neurotransmitter production.

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Primary B Deficiencies

Megaloblastic anemia and peripheral neuropathy.

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Secondary B Deficiencies

Conditions like alcoholism, malabsorption, and drug interactions.

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Study Notes

Vitamin B Complex Summary

  • Vitamin B complex includes folate, folic acid, B12, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, B6, pantothenic acid, and choline
  • Units of measurement include Dietary Folate Equivalent (DFE) and Niacin Equivalents (NE)
  • Functions include coenzyme roles in metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin synthesis
  • Absorption occurs through active transport, passive diffusion, and protein binding
  • Excretion happens through urine, bile, and feces
  • Excess is excreted through urine and storage in muscle
  • Primary deficiencies can lead to anemia and neural tube defects, while secondary deficiencies are associated with alcoholism and malabsorption
  • Symptoms of deficiencies range from anemia to dermatitis and neurological issues
  • Related diseases include peripheral neuropathy, Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome, and pellagra
  • Food sources include dark leafy greens, meat, fish, poultry, dairy, and fortified cereals
  • Loss from cooking and inhibitors affect the availability of B vitamins in food
  • Unknown toxicity for most B vitamins, but excess B6 from supplements can cause adverse effects

Vitamin B Complex Summary

  • Vitamin B complex includes folate, folic acid, B12, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, B6, pantothenic acid, and choline
  • Units of measurement include Dietary Folate Equivalent (DFE) and Niacin Equivalents (NE)
  • Functions include coenzyme roles in metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin synthesis
  • Absorption occurs through active transport, passive diffusion, and protein binding
  • Excretion happens through urine, bile, and feces
  • Excess is excreted through urine and storage in muscle
  • Primary deficiencies can lead to anemia and neural tube defects, while secondary deficiencies are associated with alcoholism and malabsorption
  • Symptoms of deficiencies range from anemia to dermatitis and neurological issues
  • Related diseases include peripheral neuropathy, Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome, and pellagra
  • Food sources include dark leafy greens, meat, fish, poultry, dairy, and fortified cereals
  • Loss from cooking and inhibitors affect the availability of B vitamins in food
  • Unknown toxicity for most B vitamins, but excess B6 from supplements can cause adverse effects

Vitamin B Complex: Key Facts and Functions

  • Vitamin B complex includes folate/folic acid, vitamin B12, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, pantothenic acid, and choline.
  • Units for measurement include Dietary Folate Equivalent (DFE) for folate and Niacin Equivalents (NE) for niacin.
  • Functions of B vitamins include coenzyme roles in metabolism, DNA/RNA synthesis, energy metabolism, and neurotransmitter production.
  • B vitamins have different absorption and excretion mechanisms, including active transport, passive diffusion, and reabsorption.
  • Excess B vitamins are excreted through urine, and deficiencies can lead to various symptoms and related diseases.
  • Primary deficiencies of B vitamins can result in conditions such as megaloblastic anemia and peripheral neuropathy.
  • Secondary deficiencies may be associated with factors like alcoholism, malabsorption, and drug interactions.
  • Symptoms of B vitamin deficiencies include anemia, dermatitis, confusion, irritability, and gastrointestinal issues.
  • Related diseases due to B vitamin deficiencies include neural tube defects, Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome, and pellagra.
  • Food sources of B vitamins include a wide range of plant and animal-based foods, and some vitamins can be lost during food processing.
  • Inhibitors of B vitamin absorption and loss during food processing can affect the availability of these vitamins in the diet.
  • While there is no known toxicity from a diet rich in B vitamins, excessive intake of certain B vitamins through supplements may have adverse effects.

Vitamin B Complex: Key Facts and Functions

  • Vitamin B complex includes folate/folic acid, vitamin B12, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, pantothenic acid, and choline.
  • Units for measurement include Dietary Folate Equivalent (DFE) for folate and Niacin Equivalents (NE) for niacin.
  • Functions of B vitamins include coenzyme roles in metabolism, DNA/RNA synthesis, energy metabolism, and neurotransmitter production.
  • B vitamins have different absorption and excretion mechanisms, including active transport, passive diffusion, and reabsorption.
  • Excess B vitamins are excreted through urine, and deficiencies can lead to various symptoms and related diseases.
  • Primary deficiencies of B vitamins can result in conditions such as megaloblastic anemia and peripheral neuropathy.
  • Secondary deficiencies may be associated with factors like alcoholism, malabsorption, and drug interactions.
  • Symptoms of B vitamin deficiencies include anemia, dermatitis, confusion, irritability, and gastrointestinal issues.
  • Related diseases due to B vitamin deficiencies include neural tube defects, Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome, and pellagra.
  • Food sources of B vitamins include a wide range of plant and animal-based foods, and some vitamins can be lost during food processing.
  • Inhibitors of B vitamin absorption and loss during food processing can affect the availability of these vitamins in the diet.
  • While there is no known toxicity from a diet rich in B vitamins, excessive intake of certain B vitamins through supplements may have adverse effects.

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