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*Hypercalcaemia- linked to excess Vitamin D | *[[Hypercalcaemia|Hypercalcaemia]] - linked to excess [[Vitamin D|Vitamin D]] | ||
*Scurvy- linked to deficiency of Vitamin C | *[[Scurvy|Scurvy]] - linked to deficiency of [[Vitamin C|Vitamin C]] | ||
*Peripheral Neuropathy- linked to taking more than the recommended amount of Vitamin B6 for a prolonged period of time | *[[Peripheral Neuropathy|Peripheral Neuropathy]] - linked to taking more than the recommended amount of [[Vitamin B6|Vitamin B6]] for a prolonged period of time | ||
Latest revision as of 19:10, 23 October 2017
Vitamins are required by the human body and allow the body to function normally and carry out regular functions. Vitamins, when taken in the correct quantities, contribute to a healthy and balanced diet.
When vitamins are taken in incorrect amounts it can lead to disease.
Some examples include:
- Hypercalcaemia - linked to excess Vitamin D
- Scurvy - linked to deficiency of Vitamin C
- Peripheral Neuropathy - linked to taking more than the recommended amount of Vitamin B6 for a prolonged period of time