Question
Which of the following vitamins would cause a toxic effect only when consumed in very large amounts?
Multiple select question.
Riboflavin
Vitamin B-6
Vitamin E
Vitamin C
Multiple select question.
Riboflavin
Vitamin B-6
Vitamin E
Vitamin C
Answers
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The vitamins that can cause toxic effects only when consumed in very large amounts are:
- **Vitamin B-6**: While B vitamins are generally water-soluble and are less likely to cause toxicity, excessive intake of vitamin B-6 can lead to nerve damage and other health issues.
- **Vitamin E**: High doses of vitamin E can interfere with blood clotting and may increase the risk of bleeding.
The other options, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) and Vitamin C, are generally considered safe and are less likely to cause toxicity even in higher amounts because they are water-soluble and excess amounts are usually excreted through urine.
So, the correct selections from your list are **Vitamin B-6** and **Vitamin E**.
- **Vitamin B-6**: While B vitamins are generally water-soluble and are less likely to cause toxicity, excessive intake of vitamin B-6 can lead to nerve damage and other health issues.
- **Vitamin E**: High doses of vitamin E can interfere with blood clotting and may increase the risk of bleeding.
The other options, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) and Vitamin C, are generally considered safe and are less likely to cause toxicity even in higher amounts because they are water-soluble and excess amounts are usually excreted through urine.
So, the correct selections from your list are **Vitamin B-6** and **Vitamin E**.