Vitamins are essential to the normal functioning of our bodies. They are necessary for growth, vitality, health, general well being, and for the prevention and cure of many health problems and diseases. There are 2 types of vitamins, water soluble and fat-soluble.The fat soluble vitamins are vitamins A, D, E and K and are stored in the body for up to 6 months. Water soluble vitamins consist of B vitamins and Vitamin C and need to be replaced daily as they are easily excreted through urine and are not readily stored in the body.
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| Name | Description |
| Vitamin A | Vitamin A promotes good vision, healthy skin, teeth, and immune system. Key sources are found in milk, cheese, fatty fish,carrots, pumpkin, spinach, broccoli, mango and apricots. |
| Vitamin E | Vitamin E is an antioxidant that maintains healthy skin, circulation and nervous system. Key sources are found in margarines, fatty meats,chicken, fish, wheat germ, spinach, and nuts. |
| Vitamin C | Vitamin C aids in the absorption of iron and copper and promotes thge formation of collagen and healthy bones. Key sources are found in oranges, grapefruit, guava, kiwi, broccoli and sprouts. |
| Vitamin D | Vitamin D promotes the absorption of calcium, promotes a healthy immune system, healthy skin and muscle strength. Key sources are found in natural sunlight, margarine, salmon, herring, mackerel and eggs. |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | Vitamin B1 supplies energy to tissue and promotes nerve function. Key sources are found in cereal, baking flour, wholegrains, wheatgerm, legumes, nuts and pork. |
| Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 helps to promote protein within the body. Key sources are organ meats, cereal, brussel sprouts, peas, beans, and fruit. |
| Vitamin B12 | Vitamin B12 promotes normal nerve function and blood function. Key sources are beef, lamb, fish, veal, chicken, eggs, and milk. |
| Folic Acid | Folic Acid promotes tissue growth and cell function and prevents neural tube defects in newborns. Key sources are cereal, broccoli, legumes and oranges. |