Dry Fruit Vitamin Content Analyzer
Discover the essential vitamins in your favorite nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. Make informed choices for optimal health and nutrition with our comprehensive vitamin database.
The Science of Vitamins: A Quick Guide
A registered dietitian would explain that vitamins are essential organic compounds our bodies need in small amounts to function correctly. They are broadly categorized into two groups based on how they are absorbed and stored.
Fat-Soluble Vitamins (A, D, E, K)
These vitamins are absorbed with fat and can be stored in the body’s fatty tissue and liver. Because they are stored, it’s possible (though rare from food) to accumulate toxic levels.
Water-Soluble Vitamins (B-Complex, C)
These vitamins dissolve in water and are not stored in the body for long. Any excess is typically excreted in the urine, so a consistent daily intake is important.
Vitamin Analysis
Discover Your Food’s Vitamin Content
Select a food and quantity to analyze its vitamin profile and understand its nutritional benefits
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This analysis shows all vitamins present in your selected food item and their contribution to daily recommended values.
Vitamin Insight
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I take a vitamin supplement?
For most healthy individuals eating a varied diet, supplements are not necessary. The body absorbs and utilizes vitamins more effectively from whole foods. Supplements should only be used to correct a diagnosed deficiency under the guidance of a doctor.
Does cooking or roasting nuts affect their vitamin content?
Yes, to some extent. Water-soluble vitamins like B-vitamins are sensitive to heat and can be partially lost during roasting. Fat-soluble vitamins like Vitamin E are more stable, but very high heat can still cause some degradation. Raw or lightly roasted nuts generally retain the most vitamins.
What is a “Daily Value” (% DV)?
The % Daily Value is a guide to the nutrients in one serving of food. For example, if a serving provides 25% of the DV for Vitamin C, it means it contains one-quarter of the amount of Vitamin C that a person on a 2,000-calorie diet should get for the entire day.