Know your Vitamins and what are they good for
Vitamins are vital for your body’s functions, however they should be taken preferably from your food intake. Balance and moderation is the key to a good nutrition.
Vitamin A for a healthier skin. It aids your immune system and is very important in prevention of many diseases. Foods high in vitamin A are carrots, pumpkin/squash, sweet potatoes, melons, mangos, apricots, papaya, broccoli.
Vitamins B are six and they are all very important.
Vitamin B1 aids the production of energy, the brain function and digestion. It helps your body utilise the proteins.
Vitamin B2 transforms the fats, sugars and proteins into energy. It also aids to reduce the acidity in the body. Important for skin, hair and nails.
Vitamin B3 balances the blood sugar and reduces the level of cholesterol. Also very important for the digestion.
Vitamin B5 controls the metabolism of the fats. Very important for the brain and nerves. It also produces anti-stress hormones.
Vitamin B6 is important for the absorption of proteins, brain function and production of hormones. It balances the sexual hormones. It is also a natural antidepressant and laxative. Can aid the regulation of allergies.
Vitamin B12 is responsible for the utilisation of proteins and also for the energy. It helps generate new cells and very important for the nerves.
Vitamin C for better immune system. Foods high in vitamin C are lemons, oranges, grapefruits, limes, peppers, strawberries, kiwis, tomatoes.
Vitamin D for strong bones. Good sources of Vitamin D are sunlight, hering, mackerel, salmon, oysters, cottage cheese, eggs.
Vitamin E strengthen the body's natural defence against illness and infection. Great natural sources of Vitamin E are sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, beans, peas, peanuts, avocados, sardines, sweet potatoes.
Vitamin K to prevent blood clots. Good sources of Vitamin K are broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprout, beans, peas, asparagus.
Should you need any supplementation opt for natural ingredients and always consult your doctor or pharmacist. This is a guideline and is not intended as a self medical treatment.
