vitamins

Fortified

Nutrients added that weren’t originally present in the food.

Enriched

Nutrients replaced after being lost in processing.

Water-soluble vitamins

Vitamins such as B-complex and vitamin C that are not stored in the body and are excreted in urine.

Fat-soluble vitamins

Vitamins A, D, E, K that are stored in fat tissue and absorbed with fat, potentially leading to toxicity.

B-vitamins function

Play a key role in energy metabolism.

Vitamin C function

Acts as an antioxidant and supports immune function and collagen formation.

Vitamin D function

Supports bone strength and muscle function.

Vitamin E function

Functions as an antioxidant and protects cells during exercise.

Vitamin K function

Essential for blood clotting and bone metabolism.

Vitamin A function

Contributes to vision, immunity, and cell growth.

Free Radical

An unstable molecule that damages cells by stealing electrons.

Role of antioxidants in exercise

Neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation and soreness post-exercise.