Eight vitamins to be healthy.
Vitamin A. Repair & growth of body tissues. Protects mucous membrane of mouth, throat, lungs, and nose. Helps maintain smooth, disease-free skin. Counteracts night blindness. Reduces the risk of lung and certain types of oral cancers.
Vitamin B1. Aids in the digestion of carbohydrates. Essential to the normal functioning of the nervous system, heart, and muscles. Stabilizes appetite. Promotes growth. Generates energy.
Vitamin B2. Aids in the formation of red blood cells and antibodies. Essential for carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism. Promotes general health. Necessary for maintaining good skin, nails, hair, and good vision. Maintains cell respiration.
Vitamin B6. Building blocks of protein. Necessary for synthesis and breakdown of amino acids. Promotes healthy skin. Aids in the production of antibodies. Reduces muscle spasms and leg cramps. Helps maintain a proper balance of phosphorus and sodium.
Vitamin B12. It prevents anemia by helping form and regenerates red blood cells. Necessary for fat, carbohydrate, and protein metabolism. Increases energy. Promotes growth in children. Maintains a healthy nervous system.
Vitamin C. Helps heal wounds, scar tissue, and fractures. Essential for healthy bones, teeth, and gums. Builds resistance to infection. Prevents scurvy. Gives strength to blood vessels. Aids in the absorption of iron are essential for synthesizing collagen.
Vitamin D. Required for bone and teeth formation. Improves absorption and utilization of phosphorus and calcium. Maintains a stable nervous system.
Vitamin E. Retards cellular aging because of oxygen. Alleviates fatigue by supplying oxygen. Prevents and dissolves blood clots. It helps avoid sterility—aids in bringing nourishment to cells.
ALERT! Globally, more than half of children younger than 5 years old suffer from vitamin and mineral deficiencies.
More information: CDC