Founded in 1947, produces USA-made supplements with select global ingredients. Offers non-GMO, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, kosher and halal products. Best sellers include Vitamin D3 softgels, B12 nuggets, and Ester-C Plus
Fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) dissolve in fat, while water-soluble vitamins dissolve in water. Water-soluble vitamins aren't stored in body, excess excreted through urine. Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in liver and fatty tissues
Skin is the largest organ of the integumentary system, covering 1.5-2.0 square meters. Composed of epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue layers. Contains 650 sweat glands, 20 blood vessels, 60,000 melanocytes per square inch. Epidermis forms waterproof barrier and contains keratinocytes, melanocytes, and Langerhans cells
Cofactors are non-protein compounds or metal ions required for enzyme catalysis. Cofactors can be inorganic ions or complex organic molecules called coenzymes. Coenzymes are derived from vitamins and can be prosthetic groups or cosubstrates. Many cofactors contain nucleotide AMP as part of their structure
One banana contains 89 calories or 100 grams. A standard serving is about one cup (150 grams). Banana is low in cholesterol and trans fats
Vitamins are essential organic molecules needed in small quantities for metabolic function. There are 13 vitamins: 4 fat-soluble and 9 water-soluble. Vitamins are not minerals, essential fatty acids or amino acids