Vitamin B12 (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What is the alternative name for vitamin B12?
What is the alternative name for vitamin B12?
Cobalamin
Why is vitamin B12 called cobalamin?
Why is vitamin B12 called cobalamin?
It contains cobalt in its structure
Which foods are the richest natural sources of vitamin B12?
Which foods are the richest natural sources of vitamin B12?
Animal products
Which is an example of a fortified B12 source?
Which is an example of a fortified B12 source?
Plant-based milk alternatives
Who particularly needs B12 supplements?
Who particularly needs B12 supplements?
Vegetarians and vegans
What happens to red blood cells without adequate B12?
What happens to red blood cells without adequate B12?
They become abnormally large & immature
What does B12 help produce in the nervous system?
What does B12 help produce in the nervous system?
Neurotransmitters
What are symptoms of pernicious anaemia?
What are symptoms of pernicious anaemia?
Tiredness, weakness, thinking problems
What neurological symptom can B12 deficiency cause?
What neurological symptom can B12 deficiency cause?
Numbness & tingling in hands and feet
What is the recommended daily B12 intake for adults?
What is the recommended daily B12 intake for adults?
2.4 micrograms
How does cooking affect vitamin B12 in foods?
How does cooking affect vitamin B12 in foods?
Doesn't destroy much of it
Why is regular B12 intake important?
Why is regular B12 intake important?
Body doesn't store large amounts