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Are you overdosing on vitamins? Doctor busts the myths about micronutrients

Are you overdosing on vitamins? Doctor busts the myths about micronutrients

Vitamins are important organic compounds that our bodies need in small amounts to function well. They support many body processes, such as metabolism, immune health, and the maintenance of skin, hair, and bone health. Unlike macronutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats that give us energy, vitamins are classified as micronutrients because our bodies only require them in tiny amounts. Do people overdose on vitamins? (Pexels) What are the types of vitamins? “Vitamins are divided into two types water-soluble and fat-soluble”, Dr Neeti Sharma, Dietitian and Nutritionist at Marengo Asia Hospitals, tells Health Shots. What are the water-soluble vitamins? Water-soluble vitamins are vitamins that dissolve in water. The body does not store them, so we need to eat them regularly. The main water-soluble vitamins include: Vitamin C: Vitamin C helps boost your immune system. You can find it in citrus fruits, strawberries, and broccoli. B-vitamins: This group of vitamins includes B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxine), B7 (biotin), B9 (folate), and B12 (cobalamin). “These vitamins help our bodies in many ways, …