Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following is a water soluble vitamin?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Vitamin C.
Key Points
- Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin.
- it is necessary for normal growth and development.
- Water-soluble vitamins dissolve readily in water.
- Leftover vitamin quantities leave the body through the urine.
Additional Information
- Vitamin C, also known as L-ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin that is naturally found in certain foods, added to others, and also available as a dietary supplement.
- The best sources of vitamin C are fruits and vegetables.
- The primary contributors to vitamin C are citrus fruits, tomato and tomato juice, and potatoes.
- Since ascorbic acid is water-soluble and is damaged by heat, the vitamin C content of food may be decreased by prolonged storage and cooking.
- Acute Vitamin C deficiency can lead to a disease called Scurvy.
Sources of Vitamin C
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