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fat soluble vitamins, n.pl a variety of organic substances essential to human health and nutrition that dissolve in fat. Require fat for absorption and is metabolized with fat in the body. High doses of fat soluble vitamins are potentially toxic and should be avoided. Includes vitamins A, D, E, and others. |
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A short list includes: maintaining skin and hair, protecting organs, storing and transporting the fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K), securing cell walls, and insulating the body |
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