B Vitamins and Folate : Chemistry, Analysis, Function and Effects

B Vitamins and Folate covers thiamine, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, pyridoxine, biotin, cobalamin and folate.

The book begins with an overview covering the historical context of B vitamins, disease and fortification effects.

Coverage then includes chemistry, biochemistry and metabolism across the vitamins and related compounds; analysis including spectrofluorimetry, isotope dilution mass spectrometry, chromatography; and finishes with the functional effects in humans including in strokes, epilepsy, dementia and kidney disease.

Written by an expert team, this book provides a fascinating insight for those with an interest in the health and nutritional sciences.