Beri-beri is caused due to the deficiency of______________?
Correct answer: B. Thiamine
- A. Pyridoxine
- B. Thiamine
- C. Ascorbic acid
- D. Riboflavin
Explanation
Beri-beri is caused by thiamine deficiency and can produce neuropathy, muscle weakness and cardiac failure. Pyridoxine deficiency causes neuropathy but is not the cause of beri-beri.
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