Water Soluble Vitamins Flashcards
Vitamin B3 (niacin)
Facilitates several enzymes that regulate energy metabolism
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)
Essential in the metabolism of proteins, amino acids, carbs, and fat
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin)
Essential for functioning of all cells and aides in hemoglobin synthesis
Vitamin C
Assists the body combat infections and facilitates wound healing. Necessary for the development and maintenance of bones,mistrial he, connective tissue, and blood vessels
Biotin
Necessary for the action of many enzymes
Choline
Component of compounds necessary for nerve function and lipid metabolism
Folacin (folic acid)
Involved in the formation of RBC’s and in the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract
Pantothenic acid
An integral component of complex enzymes involved in the metabolism of fatty acids
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)
Facilitates selected enzymes involved in carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism