vitamins and minerals

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Nutrient composition of foods
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Vitamin A (Retinol) Function Essential for vision, growth, and immune function
Vitamin A (Retinol) Food Sources Liver, fish, dairy products, egg yolks, orange/yellow vegetables, dark green vegetables
Vitamin A (Retinol) Deficiency Symptoms Night blindness, impaired immune function, dry skin, poor growth
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) Function Energy metabolism, nervous system function
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) Food Sources Whole grains, pork, legumes, nuts
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) Deficiency Symptoms Beriberi, fatigue, poor appetite, mental confusion
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) Function Energy metabolism, skin and eye health
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) Food Sources Dairy products, eggs, lean meats, green vegetables
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) Deficiency Symptoms Cracks and sores around the corners of the mouth, inflammation of the tongue, eye disorders
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) Function Energy metabolism, nervous system function
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) Food Sources Lean meats, poultry, fish, whole grains, legumes
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) Deficiency Symptoms Pellagra (diarrhea, dermatitis, dementia)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) Function Energy metabolism, adrenal gland function
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) Food Sources Whole grains, legumes, meat, eggs, vegetables
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) Deficiency Symptoms Fatigue, numbness, tingling in hands and feet
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) Function Protein metabolism, nervous system function
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) Food Sources Meats, whole grains, vegetables, nuts, bananas
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) Deficiency Symptoms Anemia, depression, convulsions, dermatitis
Vitamin B7 (Biotin) Function Energy metabolism, fat synthesis, glucose synthesis
Vitamin B7 (Biotin) Food Sources Liver, soybeans, egg yolks, whole grains
Vitamin B7 (Biotin) Deficiency Symptoms Dermatitis, hair loss, conjunctivitis
Vitamin B9 (Folate) Function Red blood cell formation, DNA synthesis
Vitamin B9 (Folate) Food Sources Leafy green vegetables, legumes, seeds, liver
Vitamin B9 (Folate) Deficiency Symptoms Anemia, birth defects
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) Function Red blood cell formation, nervous system function
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) Food Sources Animal products (meat, fish, poultry, dairy)
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) Deficiency Symptoms Pernicious anemia, nervous system disorders
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Function Collagen synthesis, antioxidant, immune function
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Food Sources Citrus fruits, strawberries, kiwi, peppers, broccoli
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Deficiency Symptoms Scurvy, impaired wound healing, susceptibility to infections
Vitamin D (Calciferol) Function Calcium absorption, bone health, immune function
Vitamin D (Calciferol) Food Sources Sun exposure, fortified dairy products, fatty fish
Vitamin D (Calciferol) Deficiency Symptoms Rickets (in children), osteomalacia (in adults)
Vitamin E (Tocopherol) Function Antioxidant, red blood cell formation
Vitamin E (Tocopherol) Food Sources Vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables
Vitamin E (Tocopherol) Deficiency Symptoms Nerve damage, anemia, impaired immune function
Vitamin K Function Blood clotting, bone health
Vitamin K Food Sources Green leafy vegetables, liver, vegetable oils
Vitamin K Vitamin Deficiency Impaired blood clotting, hemorrhage
Calcium Function Bone and teeth health, muscle and nerve function
Calcium Food Sources Dairy products, leafy green vegetables, tofu, fortified foods
Calcium Deficiency Symptoms Osteoporosis, muscle cramps, convulsions
Iron Function Hemoglobin and red blood cell formation, oxygen transport
Iron Food Sources Meats, poultry, fish, legumes, fortified foods
Iron Deficiency Symtoms Anemia, weakness, fatigue
Magnesium Function Bone health, nerve and muscle function, energy metabolism
Magnesium Food Sources Nuts, legumes, whole grains, dark green vegetables
Magnesium Deficiency Symptoms Muscle weakness, fatigue, nausea
Potassium Function Fluid balance, nerve and muscle function
Potassium Food Sources Fruits, vegetables, dairy products, meat, legumes
Potassium Deficiency Symptoms Muscle weakness, paralysis, confusion
Sodium Function Fluid balance, nerve and muscle function
Sodium Food Sources Table salt, processed foods, dairy products, meat
Sodium Deficiency Symptoms High blood pressure, edema, dehydration
Zinc Function Wound healing, immune function, taste perception
Zinc Food Sources Meats, seafood, whole grains, nuts, legumes, dairy, dark chocolate, pumpkin seeds, and eggs
Zinc Deficiency Symptoms Loss of taste and smell, poor wound healing, and problems with thinking, reasoning, and memory

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