What are Vitamins? Vitamins are substances , which are natural and organic. They are essential and we need it in small amount to sustain life. Vitamins are organized into fat-solublewater-soluble categories. The fat- soluble vitamins require a fat-based environment in which to function, and the water soluble vitamins require a water-based environment. and
Vitamins A, D,E,K >> They are fat soluble and require a sufficient amount of minerals and fats in order to be properly absorbed within the digestive system and these vitamins are stored in the liver.
Vitamins B,C,folic acid, Biotin; and Pantothenic acid
Ok lets take a close look at each of the Vitamins.
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Vitamin A has a well-established relationship with normal vision ,helps keep bones,skin and red blood cells healthy and is also needed for immune health.
*A precursor to vitamin A is beta-carotene.( A precursor is a substance that, under proper conditions, is converted into the active form of vitamin.)
Source: Retinol : egg yolks,fish oil,butter,liver
Beta-carotene: dark green and brightly pigmented fruits and veggies.
Vitamin B1(Thiamin)
Vitamin B1> Convert energy from food(carbohydrate metabolism).
Source:whole grain cereals, enriched grains, pork, beans
Vitamin B2(Riboflavin )
Vitamin >Protein , Carbohydrate and Fat metabolism
Source:Milk and dairy products, eggs, dark green leafy veggies, whole grains cereals and enriched grains.
Vitamin B3(niacin)
Niacin is involved in energy production from protein,carbohydrate ,fat; and glycogen synthesis.
Source:Milk ,eggs ,turkey,chicken <<Food high in tryptophan( amino acid that can be converted to niacin)
Whole grains ,enriched grauns lean meat, fish, poultry << food high in niacin
Vitamin B6(pyridoxine)
Vitamin B6 are involved in metabolism of protein and carbohydrate. They support immune and nervous system and provides optimal energy level. They also help produce insulin, neurotransmitter and enzymes.
Source:whole grain,cereals, meat,fish and eggs.
Vitamin B 12(cobalamin)
Vitamin B12 helps with protein,carb and fat metabolism, protein synthesis , neurotransmitter formation and glycolysis (ATP produced through the breakdown of glycogen to glucose.)
They support the Central Nervous System so that you function at your best and are also the key elements for supporting fat loss and muscle building
Source:Eggs,meats abd milk
I will be posting for information for the remaining Vitamins on my next post so stay tune :)
By Alex
