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Vitamins |
Essential for
These Functions |
Synergistic
Nutrients (Works Best With) |
Deficiency
Symptoms |
Negative
Interactions |
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Vitamin A and Beta Carotene |
Growth, vision, healthy
tissue-skin-hair, building resistance to infection. |
Niacin, Vitamins C, D, E,
Pantothenic Acid, Zinc, Selenium. |
Night Blindness, itching,
dry skin, loss of sense of taste, improper tooth/bone formation. |
Alcohol, caffeine,
cortisone, mineral oil, nitrates(food additives). |
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Vitamin B1
(Thiamine) |
Heart and cardiovascular
system, growth, nervous system, energy production, digestion. |
B-Complex, Vitamin C. |
Fatigue, weak appetite,
poor circulation in legs, depression, memory loss. |
Alcohol, caffeine, sugar,
tobacco. Physical and mental stress deplete this nutrient. |
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Vitamin B2
(Riboflavin) |
Healthy skin. Tissue
repair. Antibody and red blood cell formation |
Vitamin A, Niacin, liver,
milk, eggs, green vegetables, mushrooms, B-Complex |
Cracks at mouth corners,
sore tongue, light sensitivity to eyes, dry skin. |
Alcohol, caffeine, sugar,
tobacco. Physical and mental stress deplete this nutrient. |
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Niacin and Niacinamide |
Healthy skin, nervous
system, cell metabolism. Helps convert food to energy. |
B-Complex, B1, B2,
B6,Tryptophan (from protein). |
Weakness, skin rash,
memory loss, irritability, indigestion, insomnia. |
Alcohol, caffeine, sugar,
antibiotics. Physical and mental stress deplete this nutrient. |
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Vitamin B6
(Pyridoxine) |
Healthy red blood cells,
gums, teeth, blood vessels, nervous system. Protein metabolism. |
Vitamin C, Biotin,
Pantothenic Acid, Niacin, Magnesium. |
Weakness, fatigue, anemia,
insomnia, hyperactivity, nerve dysfunction, irritability. |
Alcohol, caffeine,
tobacco, birth control pills. Physical and mental stress deplete this
nutrient. |
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Vitamin B12
(Cyanocobalamin) |
Development of red blood
cells, growth, nervous system maintenance. |
Folic acid, A, B1, B6,
Niacin, Biotin, Pantothenic Acid. |
Anemia, weakness, fatigue,
loss of appetite, nerve degeneration, numbness. |
Alcohol, caffeine,
tobacco, calcium deficiency. |
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Biotin
(Vitamin H) |
Healthy skin and hair.
Circulatory system, metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. |
Vitamin A, B2, B6, Niacin. |
Skin rash, hair loss, anemia, fatigue. |
Alcohol, caffeine, raw egg
white, antibiotics. |
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Vitamin C
(Ascorbic Acid) |
Antioxidant, Wound
healing, maintenance of inmune system, healthy gums, skin and blood. |
Vitamin A, B6, Pantothenic
Acid, Zinc. |
Bruise easily, poor wound
healing, tooth/gum defects, aching joints. |
Antibiotics, aspirin,
stress, cortisone. Physical and mental stress deplete this nutrient. |
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Vitamin D(Cholecalciferol) |
Bones, teeth, optimum
calcium-phosphorus absorption. Metabolic functions. |
Vitamin A, C, Calcium,
Phosphorus and Magnesium. |
Weak bones and teeth,
spontaneous fractures, bone curvature. |
Mineral oil |
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Vitamin E
(Tocopherols) |
Antioxidant. Protects
cells, membranes and tissues. Maintains circulatory system. |
Vitamin C, B12, Manganese,
Selenium. |
Poor muscular and
circulatory performance. |
Air pollution, mineral
oil. |
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Vitamin F
(Unsaturated Fatty acids) |
Influences skin, blood,
coagulation, cholesterol, glandular activity. |
Phosphorus, A, C, D, E. |
Acne, allergies, dry skin,
eczema, brittle hair and nails |
Radiation, X ray therapy. |
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Folic Acid
(Folacin, Folate) |
Production of red blood
cells, tissue cells. Normal growth. Helps maintain cardiovascular
health. |
Vitamin C, B6, B12,
Niacin. |
Anemia, intestinal
problems, pale tongue, weakness, headache, weight loss. |
Alcohol, oral
contraceptives, tobacco, sulfa drugs. Physical & mental stress
depletes nutrients. |
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Pantothenic Acid |
Helps convert proteins,
carbohydrates, fats into energy. Immune system building. |
Folic Acid, Biotin,
B-Complex. |
Fatigue, cardiovascular
and gastrointestinal problems, depression. |
Alcohol, caffeine.
Physical and mental stress deplete this nutrient. |
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Choline |
Nerve transmission. Mental
functions. Regulates liver and gallblader. Cell membrane structure. |
Vitamin A, B-Complex,
Inositol, Folic Acid. |
Impaired growth problems,
liver and kidney functions, elevated cholesterol. |
Alcohol, caffeine, sugar. |
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Inositol |
Fat and cholesterol
metabolism. Nerve function. |
Choline, B-Complex, B12. |
Hair loss, constipation,
eye abnormalities, high cholesterol. |
Alcohol, caffeine. |
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Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (PABA) |
Blood cell formation,
pigmentation of skin. May help restore color to gray hair. |
B-Complex, Folic Acid, C. |
Constipation, depression, fatigue
headaches, irritability. |
Alcohol, caffeine, sulfa
drugs. |
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Vitamin K
(Phytonadione) |
Bllod clotting
(coagulation). Aids in building skeletal strength. Helps prevent
hemorrhaging. |
Vitamin A, C and D. |
Poor blood coagulation.
excessive bleeding (hemorrhage). |
Aspirin, antibiotics,
mineral oil, dietary fat, X ray therapy. excess Vitamin E intake. |
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Vitamin P
(Bioflavonoids) |
Blood vessel wall
maintenance, healthy capillaries and veins. |
Vitamin C, Hesperidin,
Rutin. |
Bleeding gums, excessive
colds, eczema, poor circulatory health. |
Antibiotics, aspirin,
cortisone drugs, tobacco. |
The information presented is for
information purposes only. It is based on scientific
studies or traditional usage. Consult a health care professional
before using supplements or making any changes in prescribed
medications.
Information and statements regarding dietary
supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug
Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or
prevent any disease. |
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