Know Your Most Important Vitamins

What Are Vitamins?

• Vitamins are organic molecules that are essential for normal health and growth.
• Organic molecules with a wide variety of functions
• Cofactors for enzymatic reactions
• Two distinct types: 1. Fat soluble (Vitamins: A, D, E, K) and 2. Water Soluble (B Complex, and Vitamin C)

Vitamin A

• Also known as Retinol
• Sources include Carrots, Sweet Potatoes, and Green leafy vegetables.
• Important for a healthy vision
• Its deficiency causes night blindness

Vitamin B

• Also known as Vitamin B Complex
• Sources include Animal and dairy products.
• Important for converting food into fuel.
• List of Vitamin B Includes Vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9 & B12

Vitamin C

• Also known as Ascorbic Acid
• Sources include Citrus fruits, Berries & Tomatoes.
• Important for growth & maintenance of all body tissues.
• Its deficiency causes Scurvy

Vitamin D

• Also known as Calciferol
• Sources include fatty fish like Salmon, Egg yolk and Cheese.
• Important for maintaining strong bones and teeth.
• Its deficiency causes Rickets.

Vitamin E

• Also known as Tocopherol
• Sources include Almonds, Peanuts, and Soybean oil.
• Important for providing immunity and fertility in males.
• Its deficiency causes NERVE Damage.

Vitamin K

• Also known as Phylloquinone
• Sources include Collard Greens Kale and Spinach
• Important for blood clotting
• Its deficiency causes Hemorrhagic Diseases.