Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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Why must vitamin B1 be consumed regularly through diet?
Why must vitamin B1 be consumed regularly through diet?
It is water-soluble and can't be stored
Which food is described as one of the richest sources of thiamine?
Which food is described as one of the richest sources of thiamine?
Pork
What is vitamin B1 essential for in energy production?
What is vitamin B1 essential for in energy production?
Turning carbohydrates into usable energy
How does thiamine support the nervous system?
How does thiamine support the nervous system?
Proper nerve signal transmission
What is the classic thiamine deficiency disease called?
What is the classic thiamine deficiency disease called?
Beriberi
Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome primarily affects which group?
Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome primarily affects which group?
People with alcohol dependency
What is the approximate daily thiamine requirement for most adults?
What is the approximate daily thiamine requirement for most adults?
1.1 to 1.2 mg per day
What can easily destroy thiamine during food preparation?
What can easily destroy thiamine during food preparation?
High temperatures and alkaline conditions
Which plant-based foods are good sources of thiamine?
Which plant-based foods are good sources of thiamine?
Whole grains, nuts, seeds and legumes
Which group needs increased thiamine intake?
Which group needs increased thiamine intake?
Pregnant women and athletes
Under what conditions is thiamine more stable?
Under what conditions is thiamine more stable?
Acidic conditions and short cooking
Which symptom is associated with vitamin B1 deficiency?
Which symptom is associated with vitamin B1 deficiency?
Muscle weakness and wasting