Wednesday, 23 May 2012

9 Essential vitamins

-          Small quantities of vitamins are needed by our bodies in order for them to work efficiently and resist illnesses.  
1.       Vitamin A – strengthens the immune system. (Dairy foods, beta carotene found in yellow and oranges food such as carrot)

2.       Vitamin B1 – converting carbohydrates into energy. ( raisins , eggs, wholegrain bread, branflakes)

3.       Vitamin B2 – help us to keep eyes, skin, and nervous system healthy. ( rice, mushrooms,   semi-skimmed milk, eggs )

4.       Vitamin B6 – allows the body to store and use energy from the food we eat. (Chicken, turkey, cod, peanuts).

5.       Vitamin B12 – per events anemia, help maintain a healthy nervous system, and relieves irritability. (lamb,  salmon, cheddar cheese, eggs )

6.       Vitamin C – increase the body’s resistance to infection and free radicals. ( oranges, red pepper, steamed broccoli ) 

7.       Vitamin D – vital for strong, healthy bones, and for the absorption of calcium. ( herrings, mackerel, salmon, and eggs)

8.       Vitamin E – protects from the free radicals damage and keeps the skin, nerves, and muscles healthy. (Sunflower seeds, peanuts, almonds.)

9.       Folate – breakdown proteins in the body and helps prevent birth defects in newborns babies. (steamed broccoli, peas, chickpeas).

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