Major benefits & sources of vitamin

MAJOR BENEFITS & SOURCES OF VITAMIN

MAJOR BENEFITS & SOURCES OF VITAMIN

VITAMINS ARE IMPORTANT FOR THE NORMAL FUNCTIONING OF OUR BODY AND PLAY AN ESSENTIAL ROLE IN CELL FUNCTIONS, GROWTH, AND DEVELOPMENT. Vitamin A plays an important role in the growth of bones vision and cell division. Sources of Vitamin A can be obtained from both animal and plant sources.

ANIMAL SOURCES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

•Beef •Eggs •Chicken •Fish •Seafood

SOME OF THE FRUITS THAT HAVE VITAMIN A ARE:

•Apple •Oranges •Mangos •Watermelon •Peaches •Blackberries

VEGETABLES THAT ARE HIGH IN VITAMIN A ARE

•Greens •Carrots •Spinach •Peas •Tomato

VITAMIN B GROUP

Vitamin B includes B 1, B2, B3, B6, B12 and folate folic acid.

Vitamin B aids in cell repair, metabolism, and digestion and improves the immune system. Some of the food sources of vitamin B are: •Bananas •Dairy products •Fish •Spinach •Pulses •Potatoes

VITAMIN C

Vitamin C is important for body growth and also improves the immune system. Natural sources for vitamin C are: •Spinach •Green pepper •Peas •Potatoes •Lemons •Chicken

VITAMIN D

Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones and teeth. It also helps to absorb calcium. Sun is the perfect source for vitamin D. Food sources of Vitamin D are: •Breakfast cereals like corn flakes •Dairy products •Dark green leafy vegetables •Milk •Yogurt

VITAMIN E

Vitamin E helps in the production of red blood cells. Foods that provide vitamin E include: •Tomato •Spinach •Whole grain products •Nuts •Olive oil •Sunflower oil

VITAMIN K

Vitamin K plays an important role in the blood clotting process and also helps to maintain strong bones. The food sources of Vitamin K are: •Meat •Egg yolk •Whole grain •Peas •Cabbage •Cucumbers •Soybean

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