VITAMINS AND MINERALS: COMPOSITION AND FUNCTIONS OF VITAMINS AND MINERALS
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Course
MM 1211
Institution
Kerala University Of Health Science
This was a detailed note on composition and metabolism of VITAMINS AND MINERALS with proper introduction, definition, composition , sources, functions, metabolism and health issues
,CONTENTS
o INTRODUCTION
o VITAMINS:
FAT-SOLUBLE VITAMINS
VITAMIN A
VITAMIN D
VITAMIN E
VITAMIN K
WATER-SOLUBLE VITAMINS
VITAMIN C
VITAMIN B
o MINERALS
o METABOLISM OF MINERALS
o CONCLUSION
INTRODUCTION:
,Vitamins and minerals are essential
nutrients required by the human body to
maintain optimal health and function. They
play crucial roles in various bodily
processes, including metabolism, growth,
development, and overall well-being. This
detailed note provides an overview of the
composition of vitamins and minerals,
highlighting their sources, functions, and
recommended daily intake.
I. VITAMINS:
, Vitamins are organic compounds that are
necessary for normal physiological
functions. They can be classified into two
groups: fat-soluble vitamins and water-
soluble vitamins.
VITAMINS
FAT SOLUBLE VITAMINS WATER SOLUBLE VITAMINS
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Vitamin D Vitamin B
Vitamin E
{B1,B2,B3,B5,B6,B7,B9,B12}
Vitamin K
I. FAT- SOLUBLE VITAMINS
Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the body's
fatty tissues and liver. They include:
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