Functions of All of the Vitamins
Types of Vitamins
Fat-soluble vitamins: Vitamins A, D, E and K. They require the presence of fat for their absorption and are stored in the liver.
Water-soluble vitamins: vitamin C and the B-complex vitamins. The B vitamins include B6, B12, thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, folate, biotin and pantothenic acid. Water-soluble vitamins are lost through urination and are not stored in the body.
Functions of All of the Vitamins
Vitamin C plays a role in the synthesis of neurotransmitters important in brain function and collagen, a structural component of the body. It is important for wound healing and acts as an antioxidant.
Vitamin D assists with the absorption of calcium.
Vitamin E is also an antioxidant, protecting healthy cells much like beta carotene.
Vitamin K is important for blood clotting.
Vitamin B6 is important for protein metabolism, fat utilization and red blood cell formation.
Vitamin B12 plays a role in the synthesis of genetic material, red blood cell formation and helps maintain a healthy nervous system.
Folate prevents spinal birth defects and lowers homocystein levels. Biotin works to release energy from carbohydrates and to synthesize fat.
Vitamin A is important for eye health and supports a healthy immune system. Beta carotene is a precursor to vitamin A and acts as an antioxidant which protects the body from free radical damage.
When lack of night blindness, dry skin, hair follicles point occurs and symptoms such as growth slows, intake of too much vitamin a poisoning can occur.
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