How Do B Vitamins Interact with Energy-Yielding Foods

question 5

Multiple Choice

How do B vitamins interact with energy-yielding foods?

• A) B vitamins produce energy only by interacting with carbohydrates.
• B) They are NOT a source of energy,but they are needed to convert the foods we eat into energy.
• C) They provide an essential source of additional energy.
• D) B vitamins produce energy only by interacting with fatty acids.

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