VITAMIN VS THEIR OTHER NAME, SOURCE, AND FUNCTION

 Vitamin VS their other name, Deficiency related disease, example and function

1.VITAMIN A 

 *Other name- Retinol 

 *Deficiency related disease-

Night blindness, conjunctival xerosis, Bitot's sopt, corneal xerosis, keratomalacia, Exophthalmia 

*Example-

Liver, egg, butter, cheez, whole milk, fish, meat, yellow and green fruit, carrot 

*Function-

Contribute to the production of retinal pigments, for the normal functioning of epithelial and glandular cell, support in the growth of skeletal tissue, act as anti infective 

2.VITAMIN C

Other name-Ascorbic acid 

 *Deficiency related disease-

Scurvy 

*Example-

fresh fruit, greeny and leafy vegetables, fresh meat and fish citrus fruit, such as oranges and orange juice, peppers, strawberries, blackcurrants,broccoli

brussels sprouts, 

potatoes

 *Function-

helping to protect cells and keeping them healthy. maintaining healthy skin, blood vessels, bones and cartilage

3.VITAMIN D

Other name-Dihydroxy cholecalciferol 

 *Deficiency related disease-

Rickets, osteomalacia 

*Example-

oily fish – such as salmon, sardines, herring and mackerel.

red meat

liver

egg yolks

fortified foods – such as some fat spreads and breakfast cereals.

 *Function-

 to maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosphorus. Vitamin D aids in the absorption of calcium, helping to form and maintain strong bones.

4.VITAMIN - E

Other name-Tocopherol 

 *Deficiency related disease-

can cause nerve and muscle damage that results in loss of feeling in the arms and legs, loss of body movement control, muscle weakness, and vision problems

*Example-

Vegetable oils (such as wheat germ, sunflower, safflower, corn, and soybean oils) Nuts (such as almonds, peanuts, and hazelnuts/filberts) Seeds (such as sunflower seeds

 *Function-

it acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals.

its benefits for skin health and appearance

5.VITAMINE P

Other name-bioflavinoid

*Deficiency related disease-anxiety.

fatigue.

irregular breathing.

irritability.

joint stiffness.

numbness.

weakness.

changes in body weight.

*Example-

white tea.

green tea.

oolong tea.

black tea.

apples.

purple and red grapes.

blueberries.

strawberries.

 *Function-

act as antioxidants and may help protect against chronic diseases.

6.VITAMIN B1

Other name-Thiamine 

 *Deficiency related disease-

Beriberi, Wernicke encephalopathy 

*Example-

beef, liver, dried milk, nuts, oats, oranges, pork, eggs, seeds, legumes, peas and yeast

 *Function-

helps the body's cells change carbohydrates into energy.

plays a role in muscle contraction and conduction of nerve signals.

7.VITAMINE - B2

Other name-Riboflavin 

*Deficiency related disease-

Angular stomatitis 

*Example-

Dairy milk.

Yogurt.

Cheese.

Eggs.

Lean beef and pork.

Organ meats (beef liver)

Chicken breast.

Salmon.

 *Function-

It is important for body growth. It helps in red blood cell production. It also aids in the release of energy from proteins

8.VITAMINE B3

Other name-Niacin 

 *Deficiency related disease-

Pellagra 

*Example-liver, 

meat, poultry, tuna, salmon, cereal, beans, seeds, milk, green leafy vegetables, 

 *Function-

Lowers LDL Cholesterol. Niacin has been used since the 1950s to treat high cholesterol ( 8 ). ... 

Increases HDL Cholesterol. ... 

Lowers Triglycerides. ... 

May Help Prevent Heart Disease. ... 

May Help Treat Type 1 Diabetes. ... 

Boosts Brain Function. ... 

Improves Skin Function. ... 

May Reduce Symptoms of Arthritis.

9.VITAMINE B5

Other name-Pantothenic acid 

 *Deficiency related disease-fatigue, insomnia, depression, irritability, vomiting, stomach pains, burning feet, and upper respiratory infections

*Example-

Liver and kidney, yeast, egg yolk, broccoli, peanuts, fish, shellfish, chicken, milk, yogurt, legumes, mushrooms, avocado, and sweet potatoes

 *Function-

playing a role in the breakdown of fats and carbohydrates for energy, vitamin B5 is critical to the manufacture of red blood cells, as well as sex and stress-related hormones produced in the adrenal glands

10.VITAMINE B6

Other name-Pyridoxine

*Deficiency related disease-

Peripheral neuritis 

*Example-

pork.

poultry, such as chicken or turkey.

some fish.

peanuts.

soya beans.

wheatgerm.

oats.

 *Function-

It's significant to protein, fat and carbohydrate metabolism and the creation of red blood cells and neurotransmitters

11.VITAMINE B12

Other name - Cynocobalamine

 *Deficiency related disease- Megaloblastic anemia or pernicious anemia 

*Example-

fish, meat, poultry, eggs, milk, and milk

 *Function-

It cooperate with folate in biosynthesis of DNA 

12.VITAMINE B9

Other name-Folate or folic acid 

 *Deficiency related disease- 

Anemia 

*Example-

Dark green leafy vegetables (turnip greens, spinach, romaine lettuce, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, broccoli)

Beans.

Peanuts.

Sunflower seeds.

Fresh fruits, fruit juices.

Whole grains.

Liver.

Seafood.

 *Function-

help the body convert food (carbohydrates) into fuel (glucose), which is used to produce energy

Helps tissues grow and cells work. 

13.VITAMINE B7 

Other name-Biotin, vit H

 *Deficiency related disease-

*Example-

walnuts, peanuts, cereals, milk, and egg yolks. whole meal bread, salmon, pork, sardines, mushroom and cauliflower. Fruits that contain biotin include avocados, bananas and raspberries.

 *Function-helps the body metabolize fats, carbohydrates, and protein.

14.VITAMINE K

Other name-Phytonadione

 *Deficiency related disease-

Prolong blood cloting time 

*Example-

Green leafy vegetables, such as kale, spinach, turnip greens, collards, Swiss chard, mustard greens, parsley, romaine, and green leaf lettuce.

Vegetables such as Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage.

Fish, liver, meat, eggs, and cereals (contain smaller amounts)

 *Function-

involved in coagulation, bone development, and cardiovascular health