Vitamin - Fat-soluble

They require dietary fat to be absorbed into the bloodstream via the small intestine.

Because they are stored, deficiencies take longer to develop compared to water-soluble vitamins.

The four fat-soluble vitamins——are organic compounds that dissolve in fats and oils rather than water. Unlike water-soluble vitamins, they are stored in the body's liver and fatty tissues, meaning they do not need to be consumed every day but carry a higher risk of toxicity if taken in excess. 🧬 Core Characteristics

The body "tucks them away" in the liver and adipose (fat) tissue for future use.

Over-supplementation can lead to a buildup called hypervitaminosis , as the body cannot easily flush them out. 🥗 The "Big Four" Vitamins Fat-soluble vitamins: Types, function, and sources

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