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List the characteristics of water soluble vitamins

List the characteristics of water soluble vitamins

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? Are absorbed directly into the blood stream.
- Move freely through the watery environment of blood and within cells.
- Are excreted in the urine when consumed in excess amounts; however some
tissues may hold limited amounts of certain water soluble vitamins.
- Were historically believed to be non-toxic because the body can protect itself
from large doses by increasing excretion. This belief however has come under
scrutiny since the discovery of neurologic abnormalities caused by high- dose
vitamin B6 supplements used for a prolonged period.
- Must be consumed daily because there is no reserve in storage, except for
vitamin B12.
- Are found in watery portion of foods.
Titany answered the question on November 8, 2021 at 05:12

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