Fat Soluble Vitamins namely vitamins A, D, E, and K dissolve
in fat and are stored in fat throughout the body.
Vitamin A- The function of this vitamin is for vision, growth and
reproduction.
Food Sources- Dark greens, deep yellow vegetables and fruit, and
fortified dairy products,
Vitamin D- The function of this vitamin is to promote growth of
bones and teeth.
Food Sources- Fortified milk and margarine.
Vitamin E- The function of this vitamin is to prevent breakdown
of unsaturated fatty acids, and important for red blood cell
formation.
Food Sources- Vegetable oils.
Vitamin K- The function of this vitamin is blood clotting.
Food Sources- Dark green, leafy vegetables.
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