In this article we will discuss about Inositol:- 1. Introduction to Inositol 2. Chemistry of Inositol 3. Absorption and Storage 4. Existence 5. Sources 6. Daily Requirements 7. Functions 8. Deficiency Symptoms. Contents: Introduction to Inositol Chemistry of Inositol Absorption and Storage of Inositol Existence of Inositol Sources of Inositol Daily Requirements of Inositol Functions of Inositol Deficiency Symptoms of [...]
The following points highlight the six main diseases caused due to vitamin deficiency:- 1. Rickets 2. Osteomalacia 3. Scurvy 4. Beriberi 5. Pellagra 6. Pernicious Anemia. Vitamin Deficiency: Disease # 1. Rickets: Causes: Vitamin D deficiency causes the disease rickets in children. Symptoms: a. It is characterised by bone deformities. b. The earliest bony lesion is often craniotabes-small round unossified [...]
In this article we will discuss about Folic Acid:- 1. Introduction to Folic Acid 2. Chemistry on Folic Acid 3. Absorption and Transport 4. Excretion 5. Folic Acid 6. Normal Level in Serum 7. Source 8. Physiological Functions 9. Antagonists 10. Importance 11. Deficiency Symptoms 12. Management 13. Toxic Effects. Contents: Introduction to Folic Acid Chemistry on Folic Acid Absorption [...]