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Question : The deficiency of which of the following vitamins causes Pellagra?

Option 1: B1

Option 2: B5

Option 3: B3

Option 4: B2


Team Careers360 12th Jan, 2024
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Correct Answer: B3


Solution : The correct answer is B3 .

Pellagra is a disease caused by a severe deficiency of niacin , Vitamin B3. This Vitamin deficiency disease is marked by dementia , diarrhoea and dermatitis , also known as 'the three Ds '. Niacin deficiency can occur through genetic disorders, malabsorption conditions and interaction with certain medications. Vitamin B3 is found naturally in a wide variety of both animal and plant-based foods, including beef, liver, poultry, eggs, dairy products, fish, nuts, seeds, legumes and whole grains.

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