Lets start with the b vitamins: Vitamin B1 is needed to
process carbs, fats, and proteins. Vitamin b1 is required
by everybody to form the fuel the body runs on. Every nerve
cell requires vitamin b1 to function properly. Wheat germ,
peas, beans, enriched flour, fish, peanuts, and meat are
all excellent sources of vitamin b1. People with advancing
age, a poor diet and too much alcohol consumption may result
in vitamin b1 deficiency. The suggested RDA for vitamin
b1 is unclear but The amount found in most multivitamin
supplements is more than enough. Vitamin b1 works hand in
hand with vitamin b2 and vitamin b3.
Vitamin b2: Helps release energy from foods. Essential
for healthy eyes, skin, nails and hair. Their sources are:
Whole grains, brewer's yeast, torula yeast, wheat germ,
almonds, sunflower seeds,cooked leafy vegetables. The suggested
RDA for vitamin b2 is unclear but The amount found in most
multivitamin supplements is more than enough.
Please note, be aware that vitamin b3 or Niacin, as its
commonly known as, may cause a reaction in some people.
Itching and or burning are two of the symptoms. The author
of this article found that out the hard way. Fat-soluble
vitamins: Theses vitamins are A, D, E and K. These vitamins
are dissolved in fat and stored, therefore they are not
needed every day in the diet. Over consumption of fat soluble
vitamins may pose a risk of toxicity.
Vitamin A: Vitamin a is a fat soluble vitamin and as mentioned
before, should not be consumed in excess. For the maintenance
of skin, mucous membranes, bones, teeth, and hair; eye sight.
Their sources are: green vegetables, melon, squash, tomatoes.
Well that's it for this article. Look for more of my vitamin
articles coming soon.
The information presented in this article is for informational
purposes only and is not meant to diagnose, treat or cure
any disease or condition. This article is not a substitute
for a health care professional. Please consult a medical
professional before beginning any vitamin program. >>
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