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Overview of Vitamins
Water soluble vitamins
Water-soluble vitamins dissolve in water and include B vitamins Vitamin C B vitamins includebiotin, folate (folic acid),niacin,pantothenic acid, riboflavin (vitamin B2), thiamin (vitamin B1), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), and vitamin B12 (cobalamins). Water-soluble vitamins are eliminated in urine and tend to be eliminated from the body more quickly than fat-soluble vitamins. Water-soluble vitamins are more likely to be destroyed when food is stored and prepared. The following can help prevent the loss of these vitamins: Refrigerating fresh produce Storing milk and grains out of strong light Using the cooking water from vegetables to prepare soups 