VITAMINS AND THEIR IMPORTANCE
Vitamins are substances that your body needs to grow and develop normally. They are called as micro nutrients as they are needed in very small quantities. There are two sources of vitamins; the diet and the bacteria present in our small intestine.There are 13 vitamins your body needs. They are Vitamin A B vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and folate ) Vitamin C Vitamin D Vitamin E Vitamin K You can usually get all your vitamins from the foods you eat. Your body can also make vitamins D and K. People who eat a vegetarian diet may need to take a vitamin B12 supplement. Each vitamin has specific jobs. If you have low levels of certain vitamins, you may get health problems. For example, if you don't get enough vitamin C, you could become anemic. Some vitamins may help prevent medical problems. Vitamin A prevents night blindness. The best way to get enough vitamins is to eat a balanced diet with a variety of fo...