Question

Discuss the importance of consuming both fat and water-soluble vitamins as it relates to health. answer in no less than 100 words

Answer 1

A vitamin is an organic molecule that is essential micronutrient which we need in small quantities for proper functioning of metabolism. These are essential nutrients, so not produced in our body and to be consumed from outside.

Vitamin A,D,E and K are fat soluble vitamins and stored in our body for longer period. Body absorbs these vitamins as it absorbs dietary fat. They didn't dissolve in water. They function as antioxidants, boosts immunity, help dilate blood vessels and helps prevent clotting.

Vitamin A plays major role in vision. It's a group of fat soluble vitamin collectively known as retinoids.The best dietary sources of vitamin A include liver and fish oil. Sufficient amounts can also be derived from provitamin A carotenoids, like beta-carotene, which are found in vegetablesSevere vitamin A deficiency may lead to blindness. Other symptoms may include hair loss, skin problems and an increased risk of infections.

Dietary vitamin D can be classified as vitamin D2, found in mushrooms and plants, and vitamin D3, found in animal-derived foods.One of the most important functions of vitamin D is the maintenance of calcium and phosphorus levels in blood. It benefits bone health by promoting the absorption of these minerals.The main symptoms of vitamin D deficiency include fatigue, weak muscles, soft bones, an increased risk of fractures and susceptibility to infections.

Vitamin E’s key role is to serve as an antioxidant, protecting cells against free radicals and oxidative damage.The best sources of vitamin E are certain vegetable oils, nuts and seeds.Vitamin E deficiency is rare, but can cause muscle weakness, susceptibility to infections, neurological problems and poor vision.

Vitamin K is a family of compounds. The main dietary forms are vitamin K1, found in plant foods, and vitamin K2, found in animal-derived foods and fermented soy products.Vitamin K is vital for blood clotting and supports bone health.Deficiency in vitamin K may lead to excessive bleeding. Diseases that interfere with fat absorption increase the risk of deficiency.

Vitamins other that vitamin A,D,E and K are water soluble vitamins.A vitamin that can dissolve in water. Water-soluble vitamins are carried to the body's tissues but are not stored in the body. They are found in plant and animal foods or dietary supplements and must be taken in daily. Vitamin C and members of the vitamin B complex are water-soluble.

B vitamins play a vital role in maintaining good health and well-being. As the building blocks of a healthy body, B vitamins have a direct impact on your energy levels, brain function, and cell metabolism. Vitamin B complex helps prevent infections and helps support or promote: cell health. Thiamine is vitamin B1.Symptoms of thiamin deficiency include: mental confusion, muscle weakness, wasting, water retention (edema), enlarged heart, and the disease known as beriberi. Thiamin deficiency is currently not a problem in the United States. Too much Thiamin. No problems with overconsumption are known for thiamin.

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, has several important functions.
It helps  to protect cells by keeping them healthy.
It helps in maintaining healthy skin, blood vessels, bones and cartilage.It helps with wound healing. Vitamin C also called ascorbic acid is found in citrus fruits. It's deficiency is known to cause scruvy, a collagen disorder causing bleeding from gums.

Vitamin F is comprised of two essential omega-3 and omega-6 fats — ALA and LA. These two fats play a major role in regular bodily processes, including immune system function, blood pressure regulation, blood clotting, growth, and development.

Vitamins both fat soluble and water soluble are important to consume since they are not produced in our body and they are important in everyday normal metabolism.