Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Deficiency: Food Sources, Purposes, Absorption, Causes, Symptoms (ex Beriberi)

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Deficiency: Food Sources, Purposes, Absorption, Causes, Symptoms (ex Beriberi)

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The video tutorial discusses vitamin B1, also known as thiamine, its sources, absorption, and role in metabolism. It highlights the causes and symptoms of vitamin B1 deficiency, including diseases like Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome and beriberi. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of maintaining adequate vitamin B1 levels through diet, especially for individuals with increased needs or absorption issues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is another name for Vitamin B1?

Riboflavin

Niacin

Cobalamin

Aneurin

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following foods is NOT a high source of Vitamin B1?

Apples

Pork

Soybean nuts

Chicken

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Vitamin B1 crucial for energy metabolism?

It acts as a cofactor for enzymes

It stores energy

It breaks down proteins

It is a fat-soluble vitamin

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which enzyme involved in glycolysis requires Vitamin B1?

Transketolase

Lactase

Pyruvate dehydrogenase

Alpha ketoglutarate dehydrogenase

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is most Vitamin B1 absorbed in the body?

Colon

Jejunum

Esophagus

Stomach

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which condition is NOT a cause of Vitamin B1 deficiency?

High protein diet

Gastrointestinal surgery

Chronic alcoholism

Excessive fasting

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common symptom of Wernicke syndrome?

Edema

Confusion

Peripheral neuropathy

Heart failure

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