‘Vitamin in Diet’

The role of vitamins in the diet

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

vitamin in dietVitamins are complex organic substances required in the diet in small amounts in comparison with other components such as proteins, carbohydrates or fats. The lack of vitamins in the diet result in various deficiency diseases. Vitamins do not provide energy or matter but involved in their use in the synthesis and maintenance of tissues and in countless metabolic processes. They are indispensable in the daily diet for healthy people.

They are divided into two (2) groups:

Water-soluble vitamins
* Not stored in large quantities
* Requires regularly in the diet
* Generally not toxic excess

Fat-soluble vitamins
* They are stored in the liver
* Not easily absorbed or excreted
* The excess can be toxic

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Natural Juice for Diet

Sunday, January 3rd, 2010

natural juice for dietNatural juice, high in vitamins, minerals and potassium, they put color and flavor to your diet. The freshly squeezed fruit and vegetables are one of the most nutritious foods you can include in your diet. Quick to assimilate and absorb the natural juices are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, particularly beta-carotene, vitamin C and potassium.

With the help of vitamins – A, E and C, the body fight against free radicals. And citrus, kiwi, strawberries and green leafy vegetables lead the legions antioxidants. To be most effective, it is best to consume freshly made because vitamin C, by contact with oxygen loses some of its properties.

If you are making a low-calorie diet – to lose weight-it is best to eat whole fruits or vegetables because squeezing decrease the percentage of fiber. Instead, give it entirely the same calories but kept intact the portion of fiber. they are irreplaceable as they provide a feeling of fullness and improve bowel function and help to lower cholesterol.

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