Carbohydrates, proteins and lipids are the main components in our diet. They
are the source for energy and form the basic building blocks in our body. In
order to use this source, our body needs tools to rework them: the vitamins.
Vitamins are organic compounds which are essential in small amounts to the
life and well-being of man and animals. Vitamins generally cannot be
synthesized in the body, but must be taken in via the diet. There are 13 major
vitamins each of which have a range of functions in the body and their modes
of action are also very diverse.
The amount of vitamins required by the body lies in the order of a few
micrograms to a hundred milligrams per day and varies from one vitamin to the
other. The requirement is additionally affected by factors such as stress,
strenuous work and activity and diseases, but also by pregnancy and lactation.
A deficit of only one of the vitamins can impact on the normal function of our
body.
For comprehensive information about vitamins, visit
www.vitamin-basics.com
Fat or water soluble vitamins?
• Vitamins A, D, E and K are fat soluble
This means that a certain amount of fat is needed in the diet to help the body
absorb these vitamins. Unused supplies can be stored in the body
• Vitamin C and Vitamin B Complex are water soluble
Vitamin B Complex consists of vitamins B1, B2, B6, B12, niacin, pantothenic
acid, biotin and folic acid. They cannot be stored in the body so we need a
daily supply of them from the diet.
DSM vitamins are available in many forms, depending on the vitamin and
application: crystalline, as oils, with a protective coating or in a
protective matrix as a dry powder.
DSM Nutritional Products can supply the complete range of vitamins for all
possible uses:
