From where We get vitamin a …

Vitamins help us in protecting our body against diseases. These are required in very small quantities in our diet. The different kinds of vitamins are vitamin A, B (B₁, B₂, B₆, B₁₂), C, D, E and K. The group of vitamins containing vitamin B₁, B₂, B₆, B₁₂ is called B-complex.

Sources and functions of different types of vitamins:

i. Vitamin A:

Vitamin A is necessary for good eyesight, healthy skin and hair. The various sources of vitamin A are milk, carrot, butter, fish liver oil, eggs, green vegetables, mango and papaya.

ii. Vitamin B₁:

Vitamin B₁ is essential for growth and proper functioning of digestive system, heart, nerves and muscles. Its main sources are milk, eggs, meat, cereals, potatoes and green vegetables.

iii. Vitamin C:

Vitamin C fights against diseases and helps in keeping teeth, gums and joints healthy. It is found in citrus fruits such as oranges and lemon, amla, tomatoes, guava and green vegetables.

iv. Vitamin D:

Vitamin D is required for the normal growth of bones and teeth. It is found in milk, fish, eggs, butter and fish liver oil. When our skin is exposed to sunlight, vitamin D is formed naturally.