Vitamin F
Vitamin F is a fat-soluble vitamin consisting of the unsaturated fatty acids. These usually come in the form of liquid vegetable oils, while saturated fatty acids are found in animal fat.
Special Precautions of Vitamin F
There are no known toxic effects of vitamin F, but excessive amounts may cause metabolic disturbances and weight gain.
Benefits and uses of Vitamin F are
This vitamin is important for respiration of vital organs, and helps lubricate the cells. It is essential for normal glandular activity and helps regulate blood coagulation, it also helps break up cholesterol deposits on the arterial walls.Vitamin F works in tandem with vitamin D in the body in making calcium available to the tissues, assisting in the assimilation of phosphorus, and stimulating the conversion of carotene into vitamin A. It is essential for the normal functioning of the reproductive system, it nourishes skin cells and is needed for healthy mucous membranes and nerves. Unsaturated fatty acids have been used to treat leg ulcers. Psorasis, asthma, arthritis and hay fever symptoms have also been reduced with the use of this vitamin. It has been a popular nutrient used in the prevention of heart disease. Some ailments that may benefit from vitamin F are:
- high cholesterol
- diabetes
- diarrhea
- colitis
- multiple sclerosis
- prostatitis
- arthritis
- muscle cramps
- asthma
- acne
- dermatitis
- eczema
- psoriasis
- allergies
Vitamin F is more effective when taken with:
- Phosphorus
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
