Vitamins

What are the 9 water soluble vitamins?

B and C

What are 4 fat soluble vitamins?

A, K, E, D

Vitamin A

Retinol- vision health

Vitamin D

Calciferol- nerve/immune function; calcium absorption

Vitamin E

Tocopherol- antioxidant properties

Vitamin K

Phytonadione- blood clot formation

Vitamin B1

Thiamine- metabolizes carbohydrates

Vitamin B2

Riboflavin- metabolizes fats, proteins, and carbs

Vitamin B3

Niacin- manages cholesterol and triglyceride levels

Vitamin B5

Pantothenic acid- converts nutrients to energy

Vitamin B6

Pyridoxine- immune system, morning sickness

Vitamin B7

Biotin- metabolizes nutrients, strengthens hair skin and nails

Vitamin B9

Folate- cell development

Vitamin B12

Cobalamin- RBC production, nerve cell function

C

Ascorbic acid- antioxidant and immune system functions, iron absorption, and cartilage formation