Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Vitamins

Low molecular weight organic substances
In a small amount necessary for life
Not a source of energy for the body
Source: http://www.nactalia.com/

Water-soluble vitamins
Vitamin C
It helps absorbing iron, forming collagen and red blood cells
Deficiency causes bleeding, gingivitis
Source: Vegetables - peppers, cabbage
Fruit - strawberries, red currants, oranges, lemons

Vitamin B1
Involved in carbohydrate metabolism
Deficiency causes cramps, fatigue, digestive disorders
Source: cereals, yeast, legumes, offal

Vitamin B2
Deficiency causes inflammation of the corners of the mouth, skin lesions and mucous membranes
Source: meat, milk, eggs, liver

Source: http://alternativa-za-vas.com/
Biotin = Vitamin H
Supporting growth and cell division
Deficiency causes skin diseases, fatigue
Source: eggs, liver, meat, yeast

Fat-soluble vitamins
Vitamin A
Component of the visual pigment
Deficiency causes night blindness, growth arrest
Source: liver, egg, meat, cheese, fat seafood

Vitamins D
Group of vitamins - most important is D2 and D3
Promotes the metabolism of calcium and phosphorus
Deficiency causes softening and deformation of bones
Source: meat, liver, UV-fat seafood
Source: http://www.calivita.si/

Vitamin E
Protects cell membranes, supports the activity of the gonads
Deficiency causes muscle weakness, impaired vascular system
Source: vegetable oils

Vitamin K
It participates in the blood coagulation process
Deficiency causes blood clotting disorder
Source: leafy vegetables, formed by intestinal bacteria

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