QUESTION: Which vitamin cannot be stored in human body?
ANS:
- Vitamin C is the vitamin that cannot be stored in significant amounts in the human body.
- It is a water-soluble vitamin and thus cannot be stored to a great extent.
- Body does not have the ability to build up a large reserve of vitamin C for future use.
- It is very important to consume foods or supplements containing vitamin C regularly to maintain adequate levels in the body.
Vitamin |
Storage in Human Body |
Vitamin C |
Cannot be stored |
Vitamin A |
Can be stored |
Vitamin D |
Can be stored |
Vitamin E |
Can be stored |
Vitamin K |
Can be stored |