
[Back to Vitamins & Minerals][Vitamin A][Vitamin D][Vitamin K]
Major dietary sources include vegetable oils, wheat
germ, whole-grain cereals, legumes, nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables and eggs. Major Body Functions:
>Important for cell health and the proper
functioning of the immune system >Prevents oxidation of fat
Deficiency Symptoms:
>Hemolytic anemia (death of red blood cells)
Toxicity Symptoms
>May interfere with Vitamin K activity leading to
prolonged clotting and bleeding time.
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