Vitamins act as coenzymes. Enzymes are catalysts in the chemical reactions that are continually taking place in our bodies. Vitamins are a fundamental part of these enzymes.

Some vitamins have other functions. For example, vitamin E acts as an antioxidant ~ vitamin D functions as a hormone.

When vitamins are absorbed, they become part of the structure of the body – of the cells, enzymes, hormones, muscles, blood, etc. Some vitamins are utilized right away, and some are stored and utilized over a period of time. Water-soluble vitamins stay in the body for a short period of and fat-soluble vitamins remain in the body longer.

Although a well balanced and varied diet of organic, whole fods could supply adequate nutrients, there are certain people at risk of deficiencies.

Among those at risk for vitamin deficiency are:

~ People on low-calorie diets

~ Alcoholics

~ Pregnant women

~ The elderly

~ People on certain medications

~ Those who don't regularly consume adequate fruits & vegetables

Look up Specific Vitamins

Vitamin A (Fat Soluble)

Vitamin B1 (Water Soluble)

Vitamin B2 (Water Soluble)

Vitamin B3 (Water Soluble)

Vitamin B5 (Water Soluble)

Vitamin B6 (Water Soluble)

Vitamin B12 (Water Soluble)

Biotin (Water Soluble)

Folate (Water Soluble)

PABA (Water Soluble)

Vitamin C (Water Soluble)

Vitamin D (Fat Soluble)

Vitamin E (Fat Soluble)

Vitamin K (Fat Soluble)