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Describe the classification of vitamins that are water-soluble.
Water-soluble vitamins include ascorbic acid and B-complex vitamins.
Explain the primary function of thiamin (B1).
The primary function of thiamin (B1) is energy release.
Identify the deficiency associated with thiamin (B1).
Thiamin (B1) deficiency is associated with beriberi.
List some good food sources of thiamin (B1).
Good food sources of thiamin (B1) include pork products and legumes.
Describe the primary function of riboflavin (B2).
The primary function of riboflavin (B2) is energy release.
Identify the deficiency associated with riboflavin (B2).
Riboflavin (B2) deficiency is associated with cracked skin and inflammation of the tongue.
List some good food sources of riboflavin (B2).
Good food sources of riboflavin (B2) include animal protein and green leafy vegetables.
Explain the primary function of niacin (B3).
The primary function of niacin (B3) is energy metabolism and fat synthesis.
Identify the deficiency associated with niacin (B3).
Niacin (B3) deficiency is associated with pellagra.
List some good food sources of niacin (B3).
Good food sources of niacin (B3) include milk, eggs, and meat.
Describe the primary function of biotin.
Biotin serves as a coenzyme in metabolism.
Identify the deficiency associated with biotin.
Biotin deficiency is associated with lethargy and skin problems.
List some good food sources of biotin.
Good food sources of biotin include liver and egg yolks.
Explain the primary function of pantothenic acid.
Pantothenic acid functions as a coenzyme in metabolism.
What deficiency is linked to pantothenic acid?
Pantothenic acid deficiency is associated with vomiting and fatigue.
Name some good food sources of pantothenic acid.
Good food sources of pantothenic acid include chicken and beef.
Describe the primary function of vitamin B6.
Vitamin B6 is primarily involved in red blood cell formation.
What deficiency is associated with vitamin B6?
Vitamin B6 deficiency is associated with dermatitis and anemia.
Identify good food sources of vitamin B6.
Good food sources of vitamin B6 include meat and poultry.
Explain the primary function of vitamin B12.
Vitamin B12 is essential for nerve cell maintenance.
What deficiency is linked to vitamin B12?
Vitamin B12 deficiency is associated with various health issues, including anemia.
Describe the condition associated with a deficiency of vitamin B12.
Pernicious anemia is associated with a deficiency of vitamin B12.
Do you know some good food sources of vitamin B12?
Good food sources of vitamin B12 include meat, poultry, and eggs.
Define the primary function of folic acid.
The primary function of folic acid is DNA synthesis.