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Benefits of Vitamins |
Sources of Vitamins |
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Vitamin A
1.Maintain Health Of Specialized Tissue such as the
Retina.
2.Aids in growth and health of skin and mucous
membranes.
3.Promotes normal development of teeth, soft and
Skeletal Tissue.
Adult RDA :1 mg. |
Vitamin A
1. Vitamin A Comes from Animal sources such as Eggs,
Meat and Dairy Products.
2.Beta-Carotene, a precursor of Vitamin A , comes
from green, Leafy Vegetablesand intensively colored Fruits
and Vegetables
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Vitamin B1
1. Vitamin B1(Thiamine) helps the body convert food
into energy, and aids the functionof the Heart and
cariovascular systemand the brain and nervou system
RDA : 1.5 mg |
Vitamin B1
1. Vitamin B1(Thiamine) is found in Fortified breads and cerelas, Fish, lean Meats and Milk
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Vitamin B2
1.Ruboflavin(Vitamin B2) works with other B Vitamins to
promote healthy growth and tissue repair and help release
energy from carbohydrates,
2.Healthy Skin.
3.Healthy Red cell Production. |
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Vitamin B3
1.An Inability to absorb niacin (Vitamin B3) or the
amino acid tryptophan may cause pallergra, a disease
charecterized by scaly sores, mucosal changes and mental
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Vitamin B3
1.Food sources of Niacin (Vitamin B3) include Dairy, Poultry,
Fish ,Lean Meat , Nuts and Eggs.
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Vitamin B6
1.Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is important for mainting healthy
brain function , the formation of red blood cells ,the
breakdown of protein and the synthesis of antibodies in
support of the immune system.
Adult RDA : 2 mg |
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Vitamin B9
1.Folate aids in the production of red blood cells.
2. Folate aids in the systhesis of DNA.
3.Folate works with B12 and Vitamin C to help the body
digest and utilize proteins |
Vitamin B9
1.Food sources of folate include beansand legumes, citrus
fruits and juices, whole grains , dark green leafy
vegetables, poultry,
pork, shellfish and liver.
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Vitamin B12
1.Vitamin B12 is important for metabolism, the
formation of red blood cells, and the maintence of the
central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal
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Vitamin B12
1.Eggs, meat, poultry, shellfish , milk and milk products.
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Vitamin C
1.Vitamin C promotes a healthy immune system, helps wound
heal, maintains connective tissue and aids in the absorption
of iron.
RDA : 60 mg |
Vitamin C
1.Citrus fruit, Green peppers , strawberries , tomatoes,
broccoli and sweet and white potatoes are all excellent food
sources of Vitamin C (absorbic acid)
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Vitamin D
1.Vitamin D promotes the body's absorption of
calcium,essential to development pf healthy bones and teeth.
DRI : 5 mg
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Vitamin D
1.The body itself makes Vitamin D when it is exposed to the
sun.
2.Cheese, Butter, margarine fortified milk, fish and fortified
cereals are food sources of Vitamin D
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Vitamin E
1.Protects cell membrane and tissues from damage by
oxidation.
2. Aids in the formation of red blood cells and the
use of Vitamin K
3. Promotes the Function of a Healthy circulatory
system.
Adult RDA : 10 mg |
Vitamin E 1.Vitamin
E supplements are not proven to reduce the risk of Heart
diseases.
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Vitamin K
1. Benefits Blood Clothing
Adult RDA : 70 mg
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Vitamin K
1. Food sources of Vitamin K include cabbage,
cauliflower, spinach and other green, leafy
vegetables, as well as cereals.
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