sci 241 week 5 fat and water soluble vi
Fat and Water-Soluble Vitamins
Eric Lopez
05/04/2013
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There are two categories of vitamins needed in the human body. The first are water-soluble vitamins, such as B/B-complex and C. The second category is fat-soluble vitamins, such as vitamins A, D, E, and K. Water-soluble vitamins are absorbed in the intestine. Once the intestine absorbs them, the circulatory system carries them to certain tissues. Fat-soluble vitamins are absorbed in the intestines also, but the lymph system carries the vitamins to the various parts of the body. These vitamins are responsible for maintaining the structure of the cell membranes. The water- soluble vitamins, including Vitamin C and all of the B complex vitamins, are not stored in the body are quickly depleted by bodily processes, or excreted in urine and perspiration.
There are eight vitamins in the B-complex family and they include thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, foliate, vitamin B12, biotin and pantothenic acid. B complex vitamins are commonly known as “energy vitamins” because they are vital to metabolism and the body’s ability to convert food into energy. These vitamins are also important for the nervous and immune systems to function properly, and play an important role in the production of enzyme as well. Sources of B complex vitamins are available through various foods such as whole grains, salmon, peanuts, green leafy vegetables, and milk. These vitamins are well known as aids in reducing the risk of heart related diseases. Symptoms of B complex vitamin deficiencies, though rare, include skin disorders, fatigue, mental confusion and gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea and diarrhea.
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin and is necessary for normal growth and development. It is essential for the growth, repair, and maintenance of tissue, cartilage, bones, and teeth. The C vitamin also aids in healing wounds and making scar tissue. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps reduce the effects of
Eric Lopez
05/04/2013
SCI/241
There are two categories of vitamins needed in the human body. The first are water-soluble vitamins, such as B/B-complex and C. The second category is fat-soluble vitamins, such as vitamins A, D, E, and K. Water-soluble vitamins are absorbed in the intestine. Once the intestine absorbs them, the circulatory system carries them to certain tissues. Fat-soluble vitamins are absorbed in the intestines also, but the lymph system carries the vitamins to the various parts of the body. These vitamins are responsible for maintaining the structure of the cell membranes. The water- soluble vitamins, including Vitamin C and all of the B complex vitamins, are not stored in the body are quickly depleted by bodily processes, or excreted in urine and perspiration.
There are eight vitamins in the B-complex family and they include thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, foliate, vitamin B12, biotin and pantothenic acid. B complex vitamins are commonly known as “energy vitamins” because they are vital to metabolism and the body’s ability to convert food into energy. These vitamins are also important for the nervous and immune systems to function properly, and play an important role in the production of enzyme as well. Sources of B complex vitamins are available through various foods such as whole grains, salmon, peanuts, green leafy vegetables, and milk. These vitamins are well known as aids in reducing the risk of heart related diseases. Symptoms of B complex vitamin deficiencies, though rare, include skin disorders, fatigue, mental confusion and gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea and diarrhea.
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin and is necessary for normal growth and development. It is essential for the growth, repair, and maintenance of tissue, cartilage, bones, and teeth. The C vitamin also aids in healing wounds and making scar tissue. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps reduce the effects of
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