Download - Major benefits & sources of vitamin
MAJOR BENEFITS & SOURCES OF VITAMIN
VITAMINS ARE IMPORTANT FOR THE NORMAL FUNCTIONING OF OURBODY AND PLAY AN ESSENTIAL ROLE IN CELL FUNCTIONS, GROWTH,AND DEVELOPMENT.
Vitamin A plays an important role in the growth of bones vision andcell division. Sources of Vitamin A can be obtained from bothanimal and plant sources.
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 andimproves the immune system. Some of the food sources ofvitamin B are:
•Bananas•Dairy products•Fish•Spinach•Pulses •Potatoes
VITAMIN C
Vitamin C is important for body growth and also improves theimmune 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 helpsto absorb calcium. Sun is the perfect source for vitamin D. Foodsources 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 thatprovide 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 processand also helps to maintain strong bones. The food sources ofVitamin K are:
•Meat•Egg yolk•Whole grain•Peas•Cabbage•Cucumbers•Soybean