Vitamin B
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- Created on: 03-05-13 22:00
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Vitamin B
Types- B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9 and B12
Sources- White flour, meat, fish, eggs, dairy, leafy green vegetables, beans and peas
B1
Name- Thiamine
Function- DNA production, nerve function, generates energy from carbohydrates
Deficiency- Beriberi
Symptoms- Weight loss, emotional disturbances, weakness and pain in the limbs
B2
Name- Riboflavin
Function- Catabolism of fatty acids
Deficiency-Ariboflavinosis
Symptoms- Sensitivity to sunlight, pseudo-syphilis, pharyngitis
B3
Name-Niacin
Function- Metabolism of glucose, alcohol and fat
Side effects- Vomiting,…
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