Function: Energy production, fatty acid and amino acid synthesis
Sources: Organ meats such as liver, milk products, whole grains, green leafy vegetables, eggs, mushrooms, broccoli, asparagus, fish
RDA:
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0-0.5 year
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0.4 mg
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0.5-1 year
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0.5 mg
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1-3 years
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0.8 mg
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4-6 years
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1.0 mg
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7-10 years
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1.2 mg
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Optimal Intake: 10-15 mg
Deficiency Signs: Cracking at the corners of the mouth, inflamed tongue, reddening of the eyes, vision problems, dermatitis, nerve damage, decreased neurotransmitter production, malformations and retarded growth in children and infants
Toxicity: None reported
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