the scoop on Vitamins
Like most people, everyone knows we should almethodsalmethodstake vitamins but what we radependkeep in mind this is why. What does each of these letters behind a multi-vitamin label mean? they seem just like their necessary but what are they used for? So underi've created a listing of the thrilldamentalvitamins and their function along with sources of food you are able to get them through.
Tlisted below are two types of vitamins: water soluble and fat soluble. when it comes to fear of toxitownit's mainly the fat-soluble vitamins that need to be taken as directed.
Water-Soluble Vitamins
* Vitamin C - Tooth & bone formation , fitgums, collagen,Derrick Burgess Jersey, immunity, antioxidant ( found in citrus fruits, tomatoes, melons, green peppers, green leafy vegetables, fresh potatoes)
* Thiamin (B1) - Energy production; expansionand functioning of nerve tissue,Glenn Dorsey Jersey, memory and emotional stskill(found in whole grain breads and cereals,Darrell Green Jersey, oatmeal, poultry, fish, pork, dried beans, nuts, milk, green vegetables)
* Riboflavin (B2) - Energy production, synthesis of fats and amino acids; cellular expansion( found in milk, yogurt, organ meats, beef, green leafy vegetables, broccoli, eggs, pasta)
* Niacin - Energy production, synthesis & breakdown of fats, carbohydrates and proteins; synthesis of cholesterol, red blood cells & others ( found in meat, poultry, fish, whole grain & breads, cereals, nuts, dried beans, peanut butter, milk, eggs)
* Vitamin B6 - Synthesis and breakdown of amino acids; multiplication of cells; red blood cells, immune cells, neurotransmitters (found in meat, poultry, fish, milk potatoes, vegetables, dried beans, whole grain cereals, egg yolks)
* Folic Acid - Dna, Rna synthesis, new cell growth, red blood cells ( found in leafy vegetables, fruits, fish, eggs, whole grain cereals and bread)
* Vitamin B12 - For growth,Josh Beekman Jersey, red blood cells, nervous system,Ronnie Lott Jersey, detox smog, tobacco smoke ( found in animal foods only: meat, fish, poultry, eggs, milk)
Fat-Soluble Vitamins
* Vitamin A - Vision, skin, immunity, resistance to infection, antioxidant, cancer prevention (found in yellow fruits and vegetables, dark green leafy vegetables, fortified milk, whole milk, cheese)
* Vitamin D - Formation of bones, teeth and cartilage; aids absorption of calcium & phosphorus (found in fortified milk, butter, egg yolk, liver, salmon, sardines, sungentleon skin)
* Vitamin E - Antioxidant, protects unsaturated fats in cells from damage (found in legumes, dark green leafy vegetables, wwarmthgerm, nuts)
* Vitamin K - Formation of blood clotting factors (found in liver, alfalfa, cabbage, broccoli, synthesis in intestine by bacteria)
I'm sure this has expelled a couple ofmyths and developed understanding's as to the diffehireuses and needs for vitamins. remaintuned for my next article adequately titled "the scoop on Minerals". it will extraexplainside the needs and sources of minerals for the body.