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8 Deadly Vitamins You Can't Ignore

Vitamins and minerals, how much do we really need everyday? Isn't that a question which runs in all our minds. Vitamins are many in number and is available in almost every meal we consume through fruits, vegetables, meats etc

However, eating the right vitamins is very important. You should be aware as to what each vitamin provides your body with. For example, vitamin C is needed to fight against germs and to keep your body active, vitamin K is good for the blood as it helps with clotting, vitamin A for immunity and so forth.

10 VITAMINS WOMEN SHOULD CONSUME EVERYDAY

Each of these vitamins play an important role in keeping us fit and healthy. Today, Boldsky shares with you some of the vitamins you can't ignore to add in your daily diet. These vitamins are essential for you to consume everyday. Take a look at how these vitamins provide you with better health.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A

Carrots, melons, pumpkins and some leafy vegetables provide you with vitamin A. This is one of the many vitamins you cant ignore as it is helps in building your immunity and keeping your vision strong. However, don't make it a habit to over eat vitamin A foods as it could have an adverse effect on the body.

Vitamin B

Vitamin B

Food for the brain and for better muscles, a leaner body and good energy- all of this are present in foods rich with vitamin B. Include seafood, bananas, peppers, lentils to build up on this vitamin naturally.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant that has been shown to fight DNA-damaging free radicals, therefore making it a vitamin you cant ignore. Consume natural sources of vitamin C through foods like Brussels sprouts, broccoli, strawberries and all types of citrus fruits.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D

Did you know vitamin D is one you cant ignore. If you lack vitamin D it will lead to osteoporosis and in some cases has been linked to certain cancers too. Vitamin D is absorbed through sunlight and certain foods like tuna and salmon in small traces.

 Vitamin E

Vitamin E

Recent studies show that vitamin E is one you cant ignore as it is good for the eyes and also helps in the prevention of Alzheimer's disease. When you ignore vitamin E foods like almonds, sunflower seeds and some vegetable oils, there is a higher tendency of you developing major health problems.

Vitamin K

Vitamin K

Promotes in clotting of blood and better bone density. Vitamin K is necessary for the body but not good for those who are on blood thinners. Vitamin K foods are - dark green leafy veggies, and olive oil too.

Vitamin B6

Vitamin B6

A deficiency in vitamin B6 can result to a heart attack or a stroke. It is important for you not to miss out on foods like beef, eggs, fish which result in proper functioning of nerves and blood in the body.

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12

Making vitamin B12 a daily requirement is a must as it benefits in proper immunity functions. Add foods like sunflower seeds and beef to your daily diet if you lack B12.

Story first published: Wednesday, July 8, 2015, 17:35 [IST]
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