Functions:
Deficiency:
Recommended Requirement:
Sources:
- Needed for protein metabolism
- Formation of antibodies and red blood cells
- Nerve function
- Required for conversion of tryptophan to niacin
Deficiency:
- Irritability, depression, convulsions, twitching, muscular weakness, dermatitis, anemia, kidney stones
Recommended Requirement:
- 1.3 mg
- High intake cause bone pain, loss of feeling in fingers and toes, muscular weakness, numbness, loss of balance
Sources:
- Green leafy vegetables, bananas, avacado, prunes, meat, dried beans, whole grains
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