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What is the primary function of vitamin B1 in the body?
What is the primary function of vitamin B1 in the body?
- Supporting immune system function
- Regulating blood clotting and wound healing
- Converting carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins into energy (correct)
- Maintaining healthy bones and teeth
Which of the following foods is NOT a primary source of vitamin B1?
Which of the following foods is NOT a primary source of vitamin B1?
- Whole grain cereals
- Leafy green vegetables
- Dairy products (correct)
- Fatty fish
What is the main reason for the risk of thiamin deficiency in people who consume diets consisting of primarily refined grains?
What is the main reason for the risk of thiamin deficiency in people who consume diets consisting of primarily refined grains?
- Inadequate cooking times for the refined grains
- Lack of vitamin B1 in the refined grains
- High levels of vitamin B1 in the refined grains
- Removal of the bran and germ layers during the milling process (correct)
What is the term for the condition characterized by damage to the nervous system and cardiovascular system due to a deficiency in vitamin B1?
What is the term for the condition characterized by damage to the nervous system and cardiovascular system due to a deficiency in vitamin B1?
What is the effect of heat, cooking times, and length of storage on the levels of vitamin B1 in foods?
What is the effect of heat, cooking times, and length of storage on the levels of vitamin B1 in foods?
What is the function of vitamin B2 in the body?
What is the function of vitamin B2 in the body?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of vitamin B2?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of vitamin B2?
What is the primary source of vitamin B2 that is most affected by the milling process?
What is the primary source of vitamin B2 that is most affected by the milling process?
Which of the following groups is at risk for inadequate intake of vitamin B2?
Which of the following groups is at risk for inadequate intake of vitamin B2?
What is the relationship between vitamin B2 deficiency and other nutrient deficiencies?
What is the relationship between vitamin B2 deficiency and other nutrient deficiencies?
