Vitamins B1,B2 and B3 Flashcards
Function of B2
Helps body release energy
Keeps skin, eyes and nervous system
Function of B1
Works with other B group vitamins to help release energy
Helps nervous system
Functions of B3
Converts food to energy
Produces fatty acids
Sources of B1
Liver milk Bread Cheese dried fruit
Sources of B2
Chicken Eggs Milk Yogurt Rice
Sources of B3
Fish
Pork
Liver
Chicken
Deficiency in B1
Beri Beri disease
Muscle wasting shortage
Deficiency in B2
Rare. Caused by severe food shortage. Skin problems
Deficiency in B3
Damage to skin and nervous system
Excess in B1
Rare unless taking supplements
Excess in B2
No side effects
Excess in B3
Flushed skin and liver damage
Functions of B12
Maintains nerve cells
Makes red blood cells
Releases energy from food
Sources of B12
Meat Eggs Milk Salmon Cheese
Deficiency in B12
Likely in vegans
Pernicious anemia