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Which vitamin is important in carbohydrates metabolism that yields energy needed by the body?
Which vitamin is important in carbohydrates metabolism that yields energy needed by the body?
- Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
- Pantothenic Acid (B5)
- Niacin (Vitamin B3)
- Thiamine (Vitamin B1) (correct)
Which vitamin is primarily associated with red blood cell synthesis?
Which vitamin is primarily associated with red blood cell synthesis?
- Folate (correct)
- Biotin (B7)
- Vitamin B6
- Vitamin C
Which vitamin is the 1st water-soluble B-vitamin family to be discovered?
Which vitamin is the 1st water-soluble B-vitamin family to be discovered?
- Niacin (Vitamin B3)
- Thiamine (Vitamin B1) (correct)
- Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
- Vitamin B6
Which vitamin is important in homocysteine metabolism?
Which vitamin is important in homocysteine metabolism?
Which vitamin has a small body reserve (~30mg) and requires a steady dietary supply to avoid deficiency?
Which vitamin has a small body reserve (~30mg) and requires a steady dietary supply to avoid deficiency?
Flashcards
Vitamin for Carb Metabolism
Vitamin for Carb Metabolism
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) is vital for the body's energy production from carbohydrates.
Vitamin for Red Blood Cells
Vitamin for Red Blood Cells
Folate is essential for the formation of red blood cells in the body.
1st Water-Soluble B Vitamin
1st Water-Soluble B Vitamin
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) was the first water-soluble B vitamin discovered.
Vitamin for Homocysteine
Vitamin for Homocysteine
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Thiamine Reserve
Thiamine Reserve
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Thiamine's role in energy
Thiamine's role in energy
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Folate's role in blood
Folate's role in blood
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Vitamin for Red Blood Cell production
Vitamin for Red Blood Cell production
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Thiamine Deficiency Avoidance
Thiamine Deficiency Avoidance
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Role of Folate in Homocysteine
Role of Folate in Homocysteine
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Study Notes
Vitamin Functions and Characteristics
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) is essential for carbohydrates metabolism, yielding energy needed by the body.
- Vitamin B12 is primarily associated with red blood cell synthesis.
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) is the 1st water-soluble B-vitamin family to be discovered.
- Vitamin B12 and Folate are important in homocysteine metabolism.
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) has a small body reserve (~30mg) and requires a steady dietary supply to avoid deficiency.
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Test your knowledge of water-soluble vitamins with this quiz covering B complex vitamins and Vitamin C. Explore their functions as coenzymes in energy metabolism and their susceptibility to cooking losses. Perfect for students studying nutrition or anyone interested in understanding the importance of these essential vitamins.
