Why might a heavy alcohol user become thiamine deficient?
a. Alcohol is a catabolic enzyme for thiamine.
b. Alcohol inhibits the transportation of thiamine through intestinal walls.
c. Alcohol damages the intestine limiting absorption of a wide variety of nutrients, including thiamine.
d. Heavy alcohol users prefer sugary foods that are low in thiamine.
Ans: B
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