Thiamin acts as a coenzyme when the body metabolizes carbohydrates. It also has another important function. What is that other function?
A) Thiamin is important in the metabolism of fats.
B) Thiamin is important in the digestive process.
C) Thiamin is important in liver functioning.
D) Thiamin is important in nervous system functioning.
D
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Thiamin (vitamin B1) is a coenzyme in the metabolism of carbohydrates and branched-chain amino acids. In addition, thiamin is important in the nervous system functioning.
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