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Vitamins
tasteless organic compounds that you need in small amounts for growth, reproduction, and
overall health
Fat-soluble vitamins
A, D, E, K
Water-soluble vitamins
B vitamins, C
Vitamin A
found in foods from animal sources such as liver and eggs and is added to all processed milk
Vitamin E
antioxidant, anticoagulent; sources are vegetable oils, nuts, seeds
Vitamin K
coagulation (major role), prevent osteoporosis; sources are leafy green vegetables,
vegetable oils, and vegetables
Vitamin D
stimulates absorption of calcium and phosphorus, builds and maintains bones, may prevent
diabetes and some cancers; sources are dairy, fish
B vitamins include: ?
thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, vitamin B12, pantothenic acid, bioton
Thiamin
B1; transmission of nerve impulses, metabolism of carbs and AAs, breaking down alcohol;
sources are whole grain
Riboflavin
B2; turn carbs, proteins, & fats into energy, keep cells healthy, enhance function of other b
vitamins; sources are dairy and wheat
Niacin
B3; create energy from food, synthesize fat and cholesterol, skin cells healthy, digestive
system functioning; sources are meat, grain
Vitamin B6
conenzyme for metabolism of protein, immune, nervous systems; sources in many places
Folate
Folic acid; DNA synthesis, prevents birth defects; sources are carbohydrates, legumes,
green vegetables
Vitamin B12
healthy nerves, red blood cells, heart-healthy; sources are meat and dairy, fortified
soymilk
Vitamin C
make collagen, bones, teeth, skin, blood vessels, reduce risk of cancer, heart disease,
boosts immune system; sources are fruits/vegetables