water soluable vitimins Flashcards
what type of vitamins are all B and C?
water soluble
what’s the function of B1 vitamins?
helps with nervous system and energy release from food
name 3 sources of B1
rice, pasta bread
deficiency of B1
tiredness, weak muscles and beriberi (extreme)
what’s the function of B2 vitamins?
helps with energy release from foods and helps to repair tissues
sources of B2?
milk, eggs, cheese, leafy greens
deficiency of B2?
dry skin, sore throat and sores around the mouth
function of B3 vitamins?
helps releases energy from food and keeps tissues and skin healthy
source of B3 vitamins?
wheat, nuts, meat and fish
B3 deficiency?
pellagra-fatigue and depression
what the function of B9?
crucial for healthy babies, growth and works with B12 to make red blood cells
name sources of B9?
liver, peas and leafy greens
B9 deficiency?
anaemia, tiredness, weak muscles and mouth sores
what’s the function of B12 vitamins?
helps the nervous system and works with B9 to make red blood cells
what’s some sources of B12?
milk, eggs, meat and fish