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A lack of pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) leads to symptoms such as skin inflammation, anaemia, seizures, nausea, vomiting, and psychological issues.

1. Fat-soluble vitamins include A, D, E, and K.
2. Carrots provide Vitamin A, while eggs are a rich source of Vitamin E.
3. Fluoride is primarily obtained from sources like drinking water, tea, and seafood. Its deficiency weakens teeth, while excessive intake results in dental fluorosis.
4. A shortage of Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) results in the condition known as beri beri.

Correct answer: A shortage of Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) results in the condition known as beri beri.

Solution

Vitamin B1 is thiamine, and its deficiency classically causes beri beri. The other choices describe unrelated vitamin facts or mineral effects, not the condition linked to the prompt’s deficiency context.

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