A child was fed on a staple diet of maize for a long time. Which of the following vitamin may get deficient in his body?
AThiamine (Vitamin B1)
BVitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
CCobalamin (Vitamin B12)
DNiacin (Vitamin B3)
30 years old came with complaints of easy fatigability, exertional dyspnea, and weight loss. She also complains of frequent falls. physical examination revealed there was a bilateral decrease in vibration sense. Her hemoglobin levels were 8.2g%. She was treated with folate. Her anemia improved but neurological symptoms worsened. Which of the following is the most probable reason for her condition?
AFolate therapy caused rapid use of Vit B12 stores aggravating symptoms
BVitamin B6 deficiency unmasked by folate treatment.
CImpaired folate metabolism in the central nervous system.
DMalabsorption of folate due to gastrointestinal issues.
Additional protein and calorie requirements in pregnancy are?
A60 kcal/day calorie, 12 g/day protein
B120 kcal/day calorie, 25 g/day protein
C450 kcal/day calorie, 45 g/day protein
D300 kcal/day calorie, 25 g/day protein
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