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16 Cards in this Set
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Vitamin B1 is AKA
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thiamine
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Vitamin B2 is AKA
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Riboflavin
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Vitamin B3 is AKA
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Niacin
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Vitamin B6 is AKA
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Pyridoxine
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Vitamin B12 aka
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Cobalamin
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Vitamin C is AKA
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Ascorbic acid
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Folic Acid aka
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(Folate)
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Vitamin B1/thiamine does what?
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aids the nervous system
protects the heart provides some energy source. |
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Vitamin B3-Niacin does what?
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decreases lipid levels
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Vitamin B2- Riboflavin does what?
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promotes tissue integrity
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Vitamin B6- Pyridoxine does what?
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metabolism of RBCs
protects the nervous system. |
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Vitamin B12-Cobalamin does what?
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formation of RBCs
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Vitamin C- Ascorbic acid for
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tissue repair
iron absorption CHO metabolism. |
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Folic Acid (Folate) for
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DNA synthesis
aids in the development of the CNS of the fetus and prevents neural tube defects in pregnant woman during the 1st trimester |
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B-complex and C vitamins sources
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whole grains and fortified cereals
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Folic Acid (Folate) sources
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leafy green vegetables, fruits, organ meats, yeast
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