For the proper functioning of our body it is necessary that all kinds of nutrients flow through it: minerals, vitamins, proteins, sugars (in much less quantity) and even fats ... But in this specific article, we come to talk to you about the function of all vitamins.
You have heard of them, you have been told that they are important for our health (for our hair, nails, skin, immune system, etc.), however, do you know what the exact function of each of them is? Do you know its true importance? Today all doubts will be dispelled. We clarify everything for you below.
What are vitamins?
Vitamins are essential organic compounds in small amounts for the normal functioning of the body. Since they cannot be produced by the body (except vitamin D), they must be incorporated into our body through food or vitamin complexes and supplements that are sold in pharmacies and parapharmacies.
The functions of each of them
Vitamin A
Intervenes in the collagen formation and promotes bone developmentTherefore, it has effects on the health of our skin, our nails, our hair, vision, bones and teeth. This vitamin can be found in the following foods: milk, cheese, spinach, mango, peach, lettuce, liver, tomato, melon and carrot,
Vitamin B
Vitamin B is a complex of vitamins that intervenes in energy production through food. Its most notable effects are found in the nervous system and cardiovascular system, among others. Foods rich in this vitamin complex are meats, livers, dairy products, cereals, seafood, egg yolks, avocados, legumes and yeasts.
Vitamin C:
This is one of the vitamins best known to all, since it is present and well highlighted in a wide variety of nutritional supplements. Vitamin C has good effects on the immune system reinforcing the natural defenses of our body. As well lowers blood pressure and is antibacterial. This vitamin is present above all in citrus fruits such as orange, grapefruit or grapefruit, also in strawberries, blueberries or pineapples, and vegetables such as cauliflower or pepper.
Vitamin D
The most important function of vitamin D is the phosphorus and calcium metabolism, facilitating the absorption of these in the intestine and their deposit in both teeth and bones. If you want this to work properly in your body, you must consume sardines, salmon, tuna, fish oils and egg yolk.
Vitamin E
This vitamin works as an antioxidant, it helps protect polyunsaturated fatty acids. Therefore, it helps us to promote the good function of the eyes and blood cells, also preventing vascular diseases. This vitamin is present in wheat germ, vegetable oils, nuts, green leafy vegetables such as turnip, chard or broccoli.
Vitamin K
Vitamin K has as a fundamental function the correct blood clotting, so it helps prevent bleeding. It is present in whole grains, soybeans, alfalfa, tomato, cabbage or pork liver.
As we can see after reading this, to have a good and correct internal functioning, it is essential to eat all kinds of foods and vary in our diet, the most important being fruits and vegetables. Sometimes we know and know this theory well but we do not put it into practice, so it will depend exclusively on ourselves, having good health in this sense and being well nourished.
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