
Vitamins. Biochemistry, Functions, and Deficiency Diseases.
Lecture Coverage Overview. Total Vitamins. 13. Essential Vitamins.
Introduction to Vitamins. What are Vitamins?. Essential organic compounds required in small amounts for normal physiological functions.
Why Vitamins Matter. Critical Roles. Vitamins are essential for maintaining optimal health and preventing disease.
Historical Perspective. Casimir Funk. Polish Biochemist.
Timeline of Vitamin Discovery. 1889. Beriberi Discovery.
Classification of Vitamins. Fat-Soluble. 4. Vitamin K.
Fat-Soluble Vitamins Characteristics. Fat-Soluble.
Overview of Fat-Soluble Vitamins. Fat-Soluble. 4.
Vitamin A - Structure and Chemical Properties. Three Major Forms.
Vitamin A - Biochemical Functions. Vision. Rhodopsin formation in retina.
Vitamin A - Sources and Requirements. Rich Food Sources.
Vitamin A Deficiency Diseases. Clinical Manifestations.