vitamin b Flashcards
1
Q
properties (thiamine b1)
A
- water soluble
- very unstable
- lost in milling
- destroyed by alkalis
2
Q
sources (thiamine b1)
A
- wholegrains
- yeast
- eggs
- potatoes
3
Q
functions (thiamine b1)
A
- release of energy
- healthy nerve muscle functioning
- normal growth and development
4
Q
deficiency (thiamine b1)
A
- rare
- affects growth rate of children
- beri beri
5
Q
properties (riboflavin b2)
A
- water soluble
- unstable
- destroyed by akalis
6
Q
sources (riboflavin b2)
A
- beef
- offal
- milk
- eggs
7
Q
functions (riboflavin b2)
A
- metabolism
- promotes healthy mucous membranes
- healthy skin hair and nails
8
Q
deficiency (riboflavin b2)
A
- fatigue
- dermatitis
- eye disorders
- retarded growth
9
Q
properties (niacine)
A
- water soluble
- heat stable
- lost in milling
10
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sources (niacin)
A
- meat
- offal
- nuts
11
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functions (niacin)
A
- growth
