Nutrition Nr 228 Study Guide Rated A+

kcals per gram in lipids (fats) {Ans: 9}Vitamin B1 (thiamine) {Ans: Serves as a coenzyme to activate enzymes that help in energy metabolism. An addition role is the functioning of nerves in muscle actions}Foods containing Vitamin C are {Ans: Fruits and vegetables, such as citrus fruits, red and green pepper, strawberries, tomatoes, potatoes, broccoli, other green leafy vegetables}Cobalamin (Cyanocobalamin) (B12 {Ans: metabolism of fatty acids and amino acids, develops, and maintains the myelin sheaths that surround and protect nerve fibers while also distribute oxygen in hemoglobin and myoglobin}Pyridoxine (B6) {Ans: In the form of PLP it functions as a coenzyme in the metabolism of amino acids and proteins. This helps in the formation of neurotransmitters for proper functioning of nervous system. PLP also helps in hemoglobin synthesis and iron use}Vitamin K {Ans: co factor in synthesis of blood clotting factors including prothrombin. Protein formation in bone, kidney, and plasma also need Vitamin K}