Vitamins- A,D,E,K,C&B.

1. Water-soluble vitamins

• Dissolve in water

• Are not stored in the body for long

• Extra amounts leave the body through urine, so we need them daily

• Examples:

  • Vitamin C – helps healing and immunity

  • Vitamin B group (like B1, B2, B6, B12) – help with energy and brain function.

1. Vitamin B1 – Thiamine

   • Helps turn food into energy.

   • Keeps nerves and muscles working properly.

   
   

2. Vitamin B2 – Riboflavin

   • Supports energy production.

   • Important for skin, eyes, and nerve health.

   
   

3. Vitamin B3 – Niacin

   • Helps with digestion and skin health.

   • Supports energy and lowers cholesterol.

   
   

4. Vitamin B5 – Pantothenic Acid

   • Needed to make hormones and fats.

   • Helps the body use carbohydrates and proteins.

   
   

5. Vitamin B6 – Pyridoxine

   • Important for brain development and function.

   • Helps make red blood cells and control mood.

   
   

6. Vitamin B7 – Biotin

   • Keeps hair, skin, and nails healthy.

   • Helps break down fats, proteins, and carbs.

   
   

7. Vitamin B9 – Folate (Folic Acid in supplements)

   • Needed to make DNA and cells.

   • Very important during pregnancy to prevent birth defects..

   
   

8. Vitamin B12 – Cobalamin

   • Needed for healthy nerves and red blood cells.

   • Helps prevent tiredness and memory problems.

   
   

2. Fat-soluble vitamins

• Dissolve in fat (oil)

• Are stored in the body’s fat and liver

• Don’t need to be taken every day in large amounts

• Too much can be harmful

• Examples:

  • Vitamin A – good for eyes and skin

  • Vitamin D – helps bones and absorbs calcium

  • Vitamin E – protects cells

  • Vitamin K – helps blood clot

Note/summary — Vitamins are tiny nutrients in our body which helps us stay healthy, grow properly, and function the right way. There are 2 main types of vitamins they are water-soluble vitamins and fat-soluble vitamin. Water-soluble vitamins are C and B, vitamin B group includes vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9 and B12.

Fat-soluble vitamins are A, D, E and K.