What are Vitamins In Vegetables?
Vitamins in vegetables are complex chemical
substances which are obtained almost always from
food with the exception of vitamins D and K. The
human body is unable to form vitamins itself so it
relies on sourcing them elsewhere. One exception to
this rule is Vitamin D which is obtained from
sunlight (the sunshine vitamin). However, there are foods which
contain D vitamins, mainly fish, meat and dairy
products, however, there are also some vegetables with
vitamin D (please see the facts and
information about D vitamins in vegetables in the
vitamins chart at the bottom of this page).
Fat-Soluble and Water-Soluble
Vitamins in Vegetables
Vitamins are divided into two
groups - either fat-soluble or water-soluble which
is usually an indication of the types of food that
these vitamins are sourced - either fatty or watery
foods. There are 13 vitamins for humans of which 9
are water-soluble - vitamin C and eight B vitamins.
Four vitamins are fat-soluble and they are vitamin
A, vitamin D, vitamin E and vitamin K. Many of the
vitamins in vegetables are water-soluble as
vegetables are generally high in B and C vitamins.
This means that these types of vitamins can dissolve
in water so they are lost very quickly and easily
during the cooking process and time lapsed between
the vegetables being picked and being eaten.
Benefits of Vitamins In Vegetables
Vegetables are extremely beneficial to our health and bodies as they are
crammed full of vitamins and minerals, in fact the results of eating
vegetables with lots of vitamins can be outstanding, even life changing! The
right diet which is rich in vitamins can help to strengthen our bodies,
protect our immune system which helps us to ward off illness and major
diseases, prolong our lives, keep us looking younger and feeling more
energetic, relieve us from stress and improve our mood! The health benefits
from vitamins in vegetables are simply amazing, please refer to the
'benefits of vegetables' link in the main index for more interesting
information and facts about vegetables and how they can impact upon our
lives and health. Vitamins in vegetables positively keep the mind and body
functioning with strength and health! |
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Facts
about Vitamins In Vegetables
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The highest
amount of vegetable vitamins is found in the skin of
the vegetable and the layer directly underneath it.
The highest source of vitamins is found in the
freshest vegetables or frozen vegetables that have
been frozen quickly after harvest.
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Many vitamins
in vegetables are water-soluble and can be lost very
quickly during the cooking process. Vegetables are
high in water-soluble C and B vitamins.
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Vegetables are
packed with the essential vitamins you need to
maintain a strong and healthy body and mind that
functions to the best of its ability
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Vitamins In Vegetables are
essential for both children and adults!
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Vitamins in Vegetables -
Frozen Vegetables, Cooking and Storage to Retain
Vitamins in Vegetables
One great benefit of
buying frozen vegetables is that the vegetables are
often frozen
very quickly after being picked and therefore,
retain more of vitamins. When you eat vegetables, you want to ensure that you are
consuming as many vitamins into the body as possible.
Cooked vegetables on your dinner plate may look good,
but it doesn't necessarily mean that the vegetables
are as healthy and beneficial as they could be when
it come to vitamin content.
Therefore, it is important to think about the types
of vegetables that you are picking for yourself
and your family, and the cooking methods that you
are using as certain cooking methods and incorrect
storage can lead to a great loss of vitamins in vegetables.
Vitamins in Vegetables for
Kids and Adults
Vitamins in vegetables are
essential to both kids and adult diets so it is very
important that we all obtain the recommended daily
allowance of vitamins, otherwise known as RDA. This
is vitally important for children, women and men as
vitamins give us the strength and energy we require
to enable the body to function at its best. Parents
should encourage their kids to eat as many
vegetables as possible in order to maintain the
vitamins that their body and mind's require. Please
refer to 'vegetables for kids' in the main index for
further facts and interesting information about how
you can encourage your child to eat vegetables. |
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Vitamins In Vegetables
Vitamins in
Vegetables |
Vegetables with Vitamins |
Health
Benefits from vitamins in vegetables |
Vegetables with Vitamin A |
Tomatoes,
Asparagus, Cabbage, Alfalfa, Carrots,
Broccoli, Kale, Spinach, Squash, Sweet
Potato, Brussels Sprouts |
A vitamins in
vegetables function as an antioxidant,
strengthen the immune system, helps vision
and protects skin health i.e. alcers, spots,
acne. |
Vegetables with Vitamin B1
(thiamine) |
Asparagus,
Carrot, Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Broccoli,
Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Onions, Celery,
Squash, Aubergine, Mushroom, Fennel,
Lettuce, Cucumber, Watercress, Seaweed,
Garlic, Aduki Beans, Chickpeas, Globe
Artichokes |
B1 vitamins in
vegetables help the body to turn glucose
into energy which keeps our brains and minds
stimulated and energized; increasing our
ability to concentrate and focus for longer
periods of time. Good for poor mind function
and lack of concentration. |
Vegetables with Vitamin B2
(riboflavin) |
Kale, Spinach,
Brussels Sprout, Cabbage, Celery, Mushroom,
Lettuce, Seaweed, Aduki Beans, Chickpea,
Globe Artichoke |
B2 vitamins in
vegetables improves hair, nail and eye
health. Good for poor eye, hair and nail
condition. A lack of B2 vitamins can result in skin
conditions such as eczema, dermatitis and
sore tongue. |
Vegetables with Vitamin B3
(niacin) |
Tomato,
Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrot, Potato, Sweet
Potato, Broccoli, Kale, Spinach, Cabbage,
Cauliflower, Celery, Pepper, Squash,
Aubergine, Mushroom, Fennel, Lettuce,
Cucumber, Alfalfa, Watercress, Seaweed,
Ginger, Garlic, Aduki Beans, Chickpea,
Chickpea, Globe Artichoke |
B3 vitamins in
vegetables helps the body to produce
melatonin to encourage better sleep,
serotonin (happy neurotransmitter). B3 helps
to balance blood sugar levels, promotes good
mood and energy. Good for depression, low
mood and tiredness. Lack of B3 can cause
acne and eczema, headaches and inability to
sleep properly. |
Vegetables with Vitamin B5 (pantothenic
acid) |
Tomato,
Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrot, Potato, Sweet
Potato, Broccoli, Spinach, Brussels Sprout,
Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Squash,
Mushroom, Fennel, Lettuce, Cucumber,
Alfalfa, Watercress, Seaweed, Garlic, Aduki
Beans, Chickpea, Chickpea, Globe Artichoke |
B5 vitamins in
vegetables decreased levels of stress and
increases the power of the memory. This
anti-stress vitamin is great for those who
suffer from anxiety and memory loss, low
energy and poor concentration. A lack of B5
can cause aches, cramps, tender muscles etc. |
Vegetables with Vitamin B6
(pyridoxine) |
Tomato, Carrot,
Potato, Sweet Potato, Broccoli, Kale,
Spinach, Brussels Sprout, Cabbage,
Cauliflower, Onion, Celery, Pepper, Squash,
Aubergine, Mushroom, Fennel, Watercress,
Seaweed, Ginger, Garlic, Aduki Beans,
Chickpea, Chickpea, Globe Artichoke |
B6 vitamins in
vegetables helps the body to produce
serotonin (happy neurotransmitter), another
anti-stress vitamin that is good for
depression, anxiety, stress relief and low
energy. |
Vegetables with Vitamin B12
(cobalamin) |
Kale, Mushroom,
Seaweed, Chickpea |
B12 vitamins in
vegetables are required for DNA synthesis
and to help the blood circulation to
function by helping oxygen to be carried
around the blood. Therefore, B12 vitamins
protects the skin and hair, reduces feelings
of tiredness, fatigue, irritability,
tension, low mood, stress and anxiety. This
vitamin helps to put color in your cheeks! |
Vegetables with Vitamin C
(ascorbic acid) |
Tomato,
Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrot, Potato, Sweet
Potato, Broccoli, Kale, Spinach, Brussels
Sprout, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Onion, Celery,
Pepper, Squash, Aubergines, Mushroom,
Fennel, Lettuce, Cucumber, Alfalfa,
Watercress, Seaweed, Ginger, Chilli, Garlic,
Globe Artichoke |
C vitamins in
vegetables function as an antioxidant,
strengthen the immune system. This vitamin
is renown for its amazing affects on the
health and body as it assists in fighting
colds, flu, viruses, illnesses and
infections. C vitamins help to form collagen
in the skin, joints and bones. This vital
vitamin is essential and it helps the body
turn food into energy. |
Vegetables with Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) |
Alfalfa,
Mushrooms |
D vitamins in
vegetables promote healthy bones and teeth
as it assists the body with its use of
calcium. D vitamins promote good mood,
protects the heart and helps the body to
fight against cancer. |
Vegetables with Vitamin E (tocopherol) |
Tomato, Olives,
Asparagus, Carrot, Sweet Potato, Broccoli,
Kale, Spinach, Brussels Sprout, Cabbage,
Celery, Pepper, Squash, Mushroom, Fennel,
Lettuce, Alfalfa, Watercress, Seaweed,
Ginger, Aduki Beans, Chickpea, Globe
Artichoke |
E vitamins in
vegetables is very important as this vitamin
protects the essential fats and cells from
damage. E vitamins are great for maintaining
healthy skin, it helps to heal wounds and
reduces dry skin. |
Vegetables with Vitamin K (phylloquinone) |
Tomato, Olives,
Asparagus, Carrot, Potato, Broccoli, Kale,
Spinach, Brussels Sprout, Cabbage, Celery,
Pepper, Squash, Aubergine, Lettuce,
Cucumber, Alfalfa, Watercress, Seaweed,
Chickpea, Chickpea, Globe Artichoke,
Cauliflower |
K vitamins in
vegetables are essential for blood-clotting.
A lack of this vitamin can result in
haemorrhaging. K vitamins can be obtained
from food but the body also produces it in
the gut. |
Vitamins In Vegetables -
Healthy Vegetables Video
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What Vitamins
are in Vegetables?
There are many different vitamins in
vegetables which all affect our health and bodies in
different ways. Vitamins in vegetables considerably
assist in strengthening our immune systems and allowing
us to combat common colds, flu, illnesses and even major
diseases including heart disease and cancer! So as you
can see, the importance of obtaining as many vitamins
from vegetables cannot be stressed enough.
The vitamins in vegetables chart
above can be used a quick
reference guide to examples of which vitamins are in
vegetables and the function of the vitamins i.e. how
specific vitamins can affect our health, minds and
bodies. |
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Health
experts and nutritionists believe that a well-balanced
diet that includes at least five portions of fruit and
vegetables per day will help to considerably improve our
lifestyles and ultimately extend our lives |
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