Praktické lekárnictvo 4/2024

Hypo/hypervitaminosis, part 2 – Fat‑soluble vitamins

This article summarizes current information about the function, source, and bioavailability of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Furthermore, it shows dietary reference values stated by European Food Safety Authority for the adult population, lists hypovitaminosis high-risk groups and states potential complications that could arise from ingesting these compounds.

Keywords: vitamins, hypovitaminosis, hypervitaminosis, dietary reference values