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What even ARE vitamins? And do we actually need them?
#188
In this episode, hosts Melissa and Jam dive into the basics of vitamins. They discuss the origins of vitamins, why they are labeled with letters, and the difference between water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. The episode also touches on the history of vitamin regulation, the necessity of supplementing vitamins, and the impact of diet on vitamin intake. Finally, they challenge listeners to assess the variety of plant-based foods they consume in a week to promote a healthier diet.
00:00 Introduction to Vitamins
00:27 What Are Vitamins?
01:40 Types of Vitamins: Water Soluble vs Fat Soluble
07:10 Sources of Vitamins
10:19 The History and Naming of Vitamins
20:16 The Importance of Vitamins and Supplements
24:51 Optimal Vitamin Intake
25:10 The Role of Multivitamins
26:04 Diet Trends and Nutrient Deficiency
28:39 Understanding Vitamins
31:14 Fat-Soluble vs. Water-Soluble Vitamins
32:50 The Importance of Dietary Variety
36:57 Personal Diet Challenges
43:07 Engage with Us!
References from this episode:
We want to give a special thanks to Bri McAllister for illustrating molecules for some episodes! Please go check out Bri’s art, follow and support her at entr0pic.artstation.com and @McAllisterBri on twitter!
Thanks to our monthly supporters
★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Check out our website at chemforyourlife.com
Watch our episodes on YouTube
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#188
In this episode, hosts Melissa and Jam dive into the basics of vitamins. They discuss the origins of vitamins, why they are labeled with letters, and the difference between water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. The episode also touches on the history of vitamin regulation, the necessity of supplementing vitamins, and the impact of diet on vitamin intake. Finally, they challenge listeners to assess the variety of plant-based foods they consume in a week to promote a healthier diet.
00:00 Introduction to Vitamins
00:27 What Are Vitamins?
01:40 Types of Vitamins: Water Soluble vs Fat Soluble
07:10 Sources of Vitamins
10:19 The History and Naming of Vitamins
20:16 The Importance of Vitamins and Supplements
24:51 Optimal Vitamin Intake
25:10 The Role of Multivitamins
26:04 Diet Trends and Nutrient Deficiency
28:39 Understanding Vitamins
31:14 Fat-Soluble vs. Water-Soluble Vitamins
32:50 The Importance of Dietary Variety
36:57 Personal Diet Challenges
43:07 Engage with Us!
References from this episode:
We want to give a special thanks to Bri McAllister for illustrating molecules for some episodes! Please go check out Bri’s art, follow and support her at entr0pic.artstation.com and @McAllisterBri on twitter!
Thanks to our monthly supporters
★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Check out our website at chemforyourlife.com
Watch our episodes on YouTube
Find us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ChemForYourLife
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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