Vitamin — Fat-soluble
Because they are stored, deficiencies take longer to develop compared to water-soluble vitamins.
The body "tucks them away" in the liver and adipose (fat) tissue for future use. fat-soluble vitamin
The four fat-soluble vitamins——are organic compounds that dissolve in fats and oils rather than water. Unlike water-soluble vitamins, they are stored in the body's liver and fatty tissues, meaning they do not need to be consumed every day but carry a higher risk of toxicity if taken in excess. 🧬 Core Characteristics Because they are stored, deficiencies take longer to
They require dietary fat to be absorbed into the bloodstream via the small intestine. Because they are stored