BiologyComponents of FoodFat-soluble Vitamins and their deficiencies

Fat-soluble Vitamins and their deficiencies

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    • Vitamin Groups
    • Fat-Soluble Vitamins
      • Vitamin A
      • Vitamin D
      • Vitamin E
      • Vitamin K
    • Summary
    • What’s Next?

    In the previous segment, we learned about Vitamins and Minerals. In this segment, we will learn about fat-soluble vitamins and their deficiencies.

    Which are the two types of vitamin groups?

    Fat-soluble vitamins

    Fat-soluble vitamins are those which are soluble in fats and then absorbed in the body. These vitamins if consumed in excess show a tendency to get stored in the body.

    Vitamin A, D, E and K are fat-soluble vitamins.

    Water-soluble vitamins

    Water-soluble vitamins are those which are soluble in water and absorbed by the body. Excess of these vitamins does not lead to their storage because they are easily excreted from the body along with water.

    Vitamin B complex and C are water-soluble vitamins.

    Fat-soluble vitamins

    Types of fat-soluble vitamins include:

    1. Vitamin A

    What are the functions of vitamin A?

    It promotes good eyesight and helps us see when bright light goes out. Due to Vitamin A, we are able to see objects around in dim light or during the night.

    What are the sources of vitamin A?

    Among plant sources, vitamin A is present in yellow and orange vegetables, fruits, leafy vegetables and so on. Animal sources like fish and liver are also rich sources of vitamin A.

    • Vitamin A deficiency
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