Vitamin K is synthesized in the large intestine but we still we still need vitamin k in our diets to get the proper amount for bone health and blood clotting. Good sources are kale, spinach, collard greens. #NUTR321
Fun fact: When babies eat too much beta-carotene their skin develops an orange tint, this condition is know as carotenosis or carotenodermia, and is not harmful. This can happen in adults as well but most common in infants. #NUTR321
We often start taking Vitamin C at the first sign of a cold, but according to research, Vit C does nothing to prevent a cold, although but it does seem to slow down the duration of a cold if taken before the onset. #Nutr321
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Vitamins and minerals do not specifically provide energy to the body; but they are very important in assisting in the energy we get from carbohydrates, protein and fats. #NUTR321
Mitochondria, known as the powerhouse of the cell, preform many functions. It is best known for converting chemical energy from our food into an energy the cell can use. This is where most ATP is produced. #NUTR321
As a vegetarian, I plan my meals to make sure I am getting the proper amount of protein in my diet. Soy Beans and Quinoa are staples because they are considered a complete protein, meaning they contain all the essential amino acids our bodies need. #NUTR321
Hydrogenation is the process of adding hydrogen atoms to unsaturated fatty acids creating trans fats. Trans fats keep foods from become rancid but they also are known to increase risk of cardio vascular disease. #Nutr321