BENEFITS OF VITAMINS

When taking care of your body, it is important that you also intake substances that are gonna boost your immune system and keep you healthier. Vitamins are organic substances that we find in small amounts, in natural foods. 

Vitamins help our bodies function well, which is why having too little of any vitamin can increase our risk of developing certain health issues. Most vitamins come from food, but there are also vitamin supplements in the form of pills or liquids. There are currently 13 recognized vitamins, and these can fall into these two categories:

Fat-soluble vitamins

Vitamins A, D, E, and K assist in the normal function, growth, and maintenance of tissues. You can find these in the following foods:

beef liver

cheese, milk, and other dairy products

sweet potato

kale, spinach, and other green, leafy vegetables

carrots

Water-soluble vitamins

Vitamin C and all B vitamins are water-soluble. Water-soluble vitamins don’t stay in the body for long and can’t be stored. Because of this, people need a more regular supply of water-soluble vitamins than fat-soluble ones. You can find these in the following foods:

citrus fruits

peppers

potatoes

rice

whole-grain and fortified bread and cereals

leafy green vegetables

meat, and fish

Vitamin supplements

Some people choose to take multivitamins and other supplements. Fortified foods and supplements can be appropriate in some cases, such as during pregnancy, for people with restricted diets, or to address specific health conditions.

Anyone taking supplements should be careful not to exceed the maximum dose; taking too much of any vitamin can lead to health problems. It’s important to speak with a healthcare provider before trying any supplement.

A balanced diet that’s full of fruits and vegetables is the best (and most affordable) way to get enough of the vitamins you need.

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