Test Your Knowledge

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following B vitamin-related questions:

1. Am I at risk for B vitamin deficiency or toxicity?
   
   
2. Are there any B vitamins I should take more of or avoid for health reasons?
   
   
3. How can I learn more about sources of vitamins and how much I need each day?
   
   
4. Should I consult a registered dietitian to reduce my risk of vitamin B deficiency or overdose? Can you recommend one?
   
   
5. What early signs and symptoms of B vitamin deficiency should I be on the lookout for?
   
   
6. Can you tell if my deficiency is from diet or in my ability to absorb the vitamin? What difference does this make in my treatment?
   
   
7. If I need treatment for my vitamin deficiency, how long will it last?
   
   
8. Is it possible for me to take too many B vitamins?
   
   
9. How will I know if I am consuming too many B vitamins?
   
   
10. Based on my current level of alcohol intake, should I be concerned about alcohol’s affects on B vitamins in my body?