| Vital
for vision, proper growth, reproductive functions, healthy
skin and hair coat, and mucous membranes lining the
respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts. |
| Important
for carbohydrate metabolism, it converts glucose to
energy. Required by muscles and nerves to function normally.
Susceptible to destruction in commercial foods. |
| Necessary
for normal growth, hair coat and muscle development.
Important for metabolism of fats, carbohydrates and
proteins. Susceptible to destruction by light and irradiation. |
| Energy
metabolism. Required to make enzymes function properly. |
| Necessary
for red blood cell and white blood cell formation. Important
for neurological functioning. |
| Involved
in fatty acid and protein synthesis in the body. Helps
ensure healthy skin and hair coat, growth, digestion
and muscle function. |
| Essential
for proper neurological functioning. Critical component
of cell membranes in the body. |
| Necessary
for the formation of red blood cells and white blood
cells from the bone marrow. Deficiency can lead to anemia
and increased likelihood of infection. |
| Necessary
for metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates.
Required to convert these substances to energy. Deficiency
can cause hair loss, diarrhea and gastrointestinal problems. |
| Plays
a vital role in normal bone formation. Urine acidifier,
may help reduce bladder stones. Helps protect against
cancer and other diseases. Susceptible to destruction
in commercial foods. |
| Regulates
calcium and phosphorous levels in the body. Extremely
important for bone development. Important for nerve
and muscle functions. |
| Potent
antioxidant. Protects the body against free radical
damage. Helps prevent arthritis and diseases caused
by free radical damage. Shown to prevent heart and neurological
diseases. Vitamin E is highly susceptible to destruction
in commercial foods. |
