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B vitamins This family of vitamins consists of thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), pyridoxine (B6), biotin, folic acid (B9), and cobalamin (B12). They are interdependent and involved in converting glucose to energy. Mentioned in: Beriberi How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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High doses of three B vitamins didn't cut the risk of heart attacks, strokes, or angioplasty in women at high risk for heart disease. Once the body absorbs enough of the water-soluble vitamins - which include all the B vitamins and C - the remainder is excreted through urine. Since these B vitamins are abundant in many animal products but not in fruits or vegetables, vegetarians may not get enough of them unless they eat vitamin-fortified foods or take dietary supplements. |
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