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Blog96: Six vitamins EVERYONE should take

Vitamins are beneficial for overall health. Vitamins provide energy, combat signs of aging and help to prevent diseases.  Your body needs vitamins and minerals for good health. Each vitamin has specific benefits and is essential for keeping your body functioning well. So, here are the six key vitamins that everyone should include in their diet. 1. Vitamin A (Retinoids) - Supports the immune system, bone, eye health, and reproduction. Sources: Carrots, sweet potato, pumpkin, squash, bell pepper, green leafy vegetables, musk melon, peaches, fish, beef, and eggs. 2. Vitamin B Complex-  B vitamins are important for making sure the body’s cells are functioning properly. They help the body convert food into energy (metabolism), create new blood cells, and maintain healthy skin cells, brain cells, and other body tissues. There are eight types of B vitamin, each with their own function: Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)-  enables the body to use carbohydrates as energy. It is essential for g