Vitamin B3 also called Niacin is a water-soluble vitamin, member of the family of B-vitamins. Essential for a healthy nervous system and for the production of sex hormones, niacin exists in two forms (nicotinic acid and nicotinamide) and is present naturally in a wide variety of foods; Niacin (in the form of nicotinamide) can also …
Riboflavin is a water-soluble vitamin, member of the family of B-vitamins. It helps to convert food into energy by working with enzymes to turn fats, proteins and carbohydrates into a form the cells can use. Vitamin B2 deficiency is common as the vitamin can be easily destroyed with sunlight; For example, a pint of milk …
Vitamin B1, also called Thiamin or Thiamine is recognised as the ‘morale vitamin’ because it helps you to feel positive and happy, and it is used in the treatment of anxiety and depression. It does this by helping the body to maintain a healthy nervous system which is important for effectively combating symptoms of stress. …
A key antioxidant, vitamin E is important for a healthy heart amongst its many other health benefits; it is very important for keeping the skin and eyes healthy and help the blood supply to the heart and other bodily organs. Although it is fat-soluble, this vitamin is only stored in your body for a period …
Neri Cristina and D’alba Lucia (2021) described ageing as a state of reduced regenerative and adaptive capacity resulting in an easier development of morbidity; they recognised that one’s prerequisite for wellbeing and having a good quality of life is to maintain an adequate nutritional status. It is important to watch the nutritional status of elderly …
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin stored in the liver and essential nutrient for humans; it comes in two forms: retinol- found in animal products and beta-carotene found in plants food (especially brightly coloured fruits and vegetables) which the body converts into vitamin A. Both forms of vitamin A need some fat in the diet …
Polyphenols are organic compounds found abundantly in plants; they have become an emerging field of interest in nutrition in recent years. Polyphenols comprise flavonoids, phenolic acids, tannins, lignans and coumarins; they are naturally occurring compounds found largely in fruits, vegetables, cereals and beverages. Fruits like grapes, apple, pear, cherries, nuts, olives and berries contains up …
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin, antioxidant and essential co-factor for collagen biosynthesis, carnitine and catecholamine metabolism, and dietary iron absorption. Humans are unable to synthesize vitamin C, so it is strictly obtained through the dietary intake of fruits and vegetables. Citrus fruits, berries, tomatoes, potatoes, and green leafy vegetables are excellent sources of vitamin …
Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin naturally found in animal products such as meats, fish, eggs, milk and milk products such as yoghurts and cheeses or found in fortified products such as vegan milk and yoghurts, some flours and breakfast cereals. This vitamin is known to play a part in controlling …
Folic acid or folate or vitamin B9 is a member of the B-complex family of vitamins; it works with other B vitamins, particularly vitamin B12. Although it is present in many foods, folic acid can be easily lost and its deficiency is thought to be the most common vitamin deficiency in the western world. Folic …
