Vitamins


Vitamins is an organic molecule (or related set of molecules) that is an essential micronutrient that an organism needs in small quantities for the proper functioning of its metabolism. Vitamins are classified as either water-soluble or fat-soluble. In humans there are 13 vitamins: 4 fat-soluble (A, D, E, and K) and 9 water-soluble (8 B vitamins and vitamin C). Water-soluble vitamins dissolve easily in water and, in general, are readily excreted from the body, to the degree that urinary output is a strong predictor of vitamin consumption. Fat-soluble vitamins are easier for the body to store than water-soluble.

Because they are not as readily stored, more consistent intake is important. Fat-soluble vitamins are absorbed through the intestinal tract with the help of lipids (fats). You can usually get all your vitamins from the foods you eat. Your body can also make vitamins D (from exposure to sunlight) and vitamins K. People who eat a vegetarian diet may need to take a vitamin B12 supplement. Some foods are fortified with vitamins not normally present in them (e.g., vitamin D is added to milk).

Product

Feature

  • White to slightly yellowish crystalline powder.
  • Natural water-soluble vitamin.
  • Odorless with strong acidic taste.

Function

  • Used as natural food preservative and color stabilizer.
  • Provides a nice tart flavour which gives distinct impression of fresh fruit.
  • To replenish the diminished Vitamin C content in product.

Feature

  • The sodium salt of ascorbic acid.
  • Less acidic than ascorbic acid.
  • Has ester function (Fruity scent).

Function

  • An antioxidant.
  • Preservatives.
  • Acidity Regulator.
  • Nutrition Fortifier.

Feature

  • Combination of calcium and ascorbic acid.
  • Doesn’t contribute to raise of blood pressure.
  • More readily absorbed in the blood stream than other calcium.

Function

  • As an antioxidant.
  • As preservative and color stabilizer.
  • Suitable for sensitive gastrointestinal tracts patients as acidity is buffered by calcium.

Feature

  • Contain 81% of Vit. B1.
  • Fat soluble.
  • Has stronger odor than Thiamine hydrochloride.

Function

  • For general food fortification and dietary supplements.
  • Improved stability and taste-masking in food.
  • It is essential for glucose metabolism.
  • Enables the body to use carbohydrate as energy.
  • It plays a key role in nerve, muscle, and heart function.

Feature

  • Contains 71% of Vit. B1.
  • Water soluble.
  • Has a faint yeast/nut-like odour and bitter taste.

Function

  • For general food fortification and dietary supplements.
  • Improved stability and taste-masking in food.
  • It is essential for glucose metabolism.
  • Enables the body to use carbohydrate as energy.
  • It plays a key role in nerve, muscle, and heart function.

Feature

  • Acid form of Vit. B6.
  • Has pH of 2.3 - 3.5.
  • It is soluble in water, and slightly soluble in alcohol.

Function

  • Helps the body convert food into glucose.
  • Improve Mood and Reduce Symptoms of Depression.
  • Essential for normal nervous system functioning, hormonal activity regulation, red blood cells and immune cells formation.

Feature

  • Also known as Vitamin B2.
  • Appears as yellow-gold powder.
  • Light sensitive.

Function

  • Can be used as orange/red colouring agent.
  • Maintains healthy metabolism, blood cells, eyes and skin.
  • Boost energy level and prevent free radical damage.

Feature

  • Appears as white powder with bitter taste.
  • It is the calcium salt of the water-soluble vitamin B5.
  • Frequently used in vitamin B complex formulations.

Function

  • Used as flavor enhancer and food fortifier.
  • For the synthesis of co-enzyme A (CoA) which contributes to enhance memory.
  • Helps to ensure proper metabolic activity which lead to energy boost.

Feature

  • Also known as Vitamin B3.
  • Appears as white needle crystal or crystalline powder.
  • Has no odor but slightly bitter taste.

Function

  • Used in dietary supplementation to maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
  • Involved in metabolism of fats and regulation of glucose.
  • As an anti-aging supplement as it boosts body's level of NAD+, which regulate aging processes.

Feature

  • Generally termed as folate, folacin or Vitamin B9.
  • Appears as odorless yellow to orange crystalline powder.

Function

  • As nutrition supplements in beverages.
  • Involved critically in synthesis of RNA, DNA and red blood cells.
  • Aids in preventing hearing loss and preserving infants' brain health.

Feature

  • Oil form of Vitamin A.
  • Appears as yellow or brownish-yellow, oily solution.
  • Sensitives to air, heat and light.
  • Absorbed better by the body.

Function

  • For dietary supplements and foods.
  • Help in proper cell's differentiation process.
  • Improves skin elasticity, stimulates collagen formation, reduced UV induced wrinkles.
  • Maintains healthy eye sight and transducts light into nerve signal in retina.

Feature

  • Oil form of Vitamin A.
  • Appears as yellow or brownish-yellow, oily solution.
  • Sensitives to air, heat and light.
  • Absorbed better by the body.

Function

  • For dietary supplements and foods.
  • Help in proper cell's differentiation process.
  • Improves skin elasticity, stimulates collagen formation, reduced UV induced wrinkles.
  • Maintains healthy eye sight and transducts light into nerve signal in retina.

Feature

  • A synthetic alternative for retinyl acetate in vitamin A.
  • Appears in powder form and is water dispersible.

Function

  • For dietary supplements and foods.
  • Help in proper cell's differentiation process.
  • Improves skin elasticity, stimulates collagen formation, reduced UV induced wrinkles.
  • Maintains healthy eye sight and transducts light into nerve signal in retina.

Feature

  • Appears as yellow to orange, crystalline powder.
  • It is Fat soluble and Insoluble in water.

Function

  • As an antioxidant to lower oxidative damage.
  • Promotes exercise capacity and decrease fatigue.
  • Increase insulin sensitivity and improve blood sugar level.