Questions and Answers
Vitamin functions
1.
This vitamin is important for growth of skin cells and for eyes.
Vitamin A
2.
Vitamin important for the formation of bones and teeth. It's made by body when exposed to sunlight.
Vitamin D
3.
It is responsible for proper formation of red blood cells, helps prevent birth defects in the brain and spinal cords. It is called Folic Acid.
Vitamin B9
4.
It plays a key role in helping the blood clot, preventing excessive bleeding.
Vitamin K
5.
Needed for healthy nervous system and for muscle coordination.
Vitamin B1
6.
Its responsible for strong blood vessels, important in the formation of connective tissue, healthy gums. Also helps in the absorption of iron.
Vitamin C
7.
It contributes to body growth and red blood cell production. Destroyed by light.
Vitamin B2
8.
This vitamin improves healing processes, is an antioxidant and helps prevent damage to the body's cells.
Vitamin E
9.
This vitamin can boost levels of good HDL cholesterol and lower triglycerides. It can also slightly increase level of LDL cholesterol.
Vitamin B3
10.
It is needed for nerve tissue health, brain function, and the production of red blood cells. Also known as Cobalamin.
Vitamin B12