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| Vanadium
Vanadium is thought to play a role in metabolism of carbohydrates and may have functions in cholesterol and blood lipid metabolism. In diabetics, vanadium supplements may have a positive effect in regulating blood glucose levels. Food sources of vanadium include seafood, mushrooms, some cereals and soybeans. Some of the claims for Vanadium that are made are it may assist in:
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| Vegan Products which do not include any animal products including eggs and dairy products. |
| Vitamin A
(Retinol, also synthesized by the body from beta-carotene) protects dark green, yellow and orange vegetables and fruits from solar radiation damage, and is thought to play a similar role in the human body. Carrots, squash, broccoli, sweet potatoes, tomatoes (which gain their color from the compound lycopene), kale, collards, cantaloupe, peaches and apricots are particularly rich sources of beta-carotene. |
| Vitamin B- 6 Pyridoxine Vitamin B- 6 Pyridoxine is required for the balancing of hormonal changes in women as well as assisting the immune system and the growth of new cells. It is also used in the processing and metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates, while assisting with controlling your mood as well as your behavior. Pyridoxine might also be of benefit for children with learning difficulties, as well as assisting in the prevention of dandruff, eczema and psoriasis. |
| Vitamin B-1 Vitamin B-1 is also known as thiamin, helps fuel your body by converting blood sugar into energy. It keeps your mucous membranes healthy and is essential for nervous system, cardiovascular and muscular function. Whatever water-soluble vitamins (B's are water soluble) are not used by the body are eliminated in urine, which means you need a continuous supply of them daily in your food or your daily vitamins. |
| Vitamin B-12 Cobolamin Vitamin B-12 Cobolamin is needed in the manufacture of red blood cells and the maintenance of red blood cells and it stimulates appetite, promotes growth and releases energy. It is often used with older people to give an energy boost, assist in preventing mental deterioration and helps with speeding up thought processes. Some people are also of the opinion that it helps with clearing up infections in wounds. It also helps your body to form red blood cells which help fight anemia. Helps with nerve functions, enlightens the immune system and improve memory. |
| Vitamin B-2 Vitamin B-2 is required by the body to use oxygen and the metabolism of amino acids, fatty acids, and carbohydrates. |
| Vitamin B-6 Vitamin B-6 is required by the body to use oxygen and the metabolism of amino acids, fatty acids, and carbohydrates. Hemoglobin within red blood cells carries oxygen to tissues. Your body needs vitamin B6 to make hemoglobin. Vitamin B-6 also helps increase the amount of oxygen carried by hemoglobin. A vitamin B6 deficiency can result in a form of anemia that is similar to iron deficiency anemia. |
| Vitamin B3 Also known as Niacin Vitamin B3, is required for cell respiration, helps in the release of energy and metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, proper circulation and healthy skin, functioning of the nervous system, and normal secretion of bile and stomach fluids. It is used in the synthesis of sex hormones, treating schizophrenia and other mental illnesses, and a memory-enhancer. |
| Vitamin B5 Vitamin B5 plays an important role in the secretion of hormones, such as cortisone because of the role it plays in supporting the adrenal gland. These hormones assist the metabolism, help to fight allergies and are beneficial in the maintenance of healthy skin, muscles and nerves. |
| Vitamin C
This double-duty nutrient has been shown to prevent many illnesses, from everyday ailments such as the common cold to devastating diseases such as cancer. Vitamin C is required in the synthesis of collagen in connective tissue, neurotransmitters, steroid hormones, carnitine, and conversion of cholesterol to bile acids and enhances iron bioavailability. Ascorbic acid is a great antioxidant and helps protect the body against pollutants. Because vitamin C is a biological reducing agent, it is also linked to prevention of degenerative diseases - such as cataracts, certain cancers and cardiovascular diseases. Vitamin-C is a water-soluble compound that fulfills several roles in living systems. Important sources include citrus fruits (such as oranges, sweet lime, etc.), green peppers, broccoli, green leafy vegetables, strawberries, raw cabbage and tomatoes. |
| Vitamin E Vitamin E is an Antioxidant which protects your cells against the effects of free radicals,which are potentially damaging by products of energy metabolism. Free radicals can damage cells and may contribute to the development of cardiovascular disease and cancer. Studies are underway to determine whether vitamin E, through its ability to limit production of free radicals, might help prevent or delay the development of those chronic diseases. Vitamin E has also been shown to play a role in immune function, in DNA repair, and other metabolic processes. Sources include wheat germ, nuts, seeds, whole grains, green leafy vegetables, vegetable oil, and fish-liver oil. |
Vanadium promotes cellular metabolism and for the formation of bones and teeth. Vanadium helps plays a vital role in growth and reproduction of the body and is an essential trace mineral (only recently identified as being truly essential in humans). 
Vitamin A helps maintain the surface linings of the eyes and the respiratory, urinary and intestinal tracts. When those linings break down, bacteria can enter the body and cause infection. Vitamin A also helps maintain the integrity of skin and mucous membranes that function as a barrier to bacteria and viruses. 
In the 65 years since its discovery, vitamin C (Ascorbic acid) has come to be known as a " wonder worker”. It's easy to see why. In addition to its role in collagen formation and other life-sustaining functions, vitamin C serves as a key immune system nutrient and a potent free-radical fighter.