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Vitamin Functions
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10th Grade
11/06/2013

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Vitamin A (Retinol)
Definition
Helps resist infections, helps maintain skin, hair, and body membranes.
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Definition
Helps the body burn carbohydrates for energy.
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Definition

Helps maintain skin, eyes, and nerves. Needed by all cells for energy release and repair.

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
Definition
Needed by red blood cells and nerves for proper functioning.
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Vitamin B12
Definition
Needed for red blood cell production in bone marrow, and needed for the nervous system.
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Folic Acid
Definition
Needed to produce red blood cells, and to produce RNA, and DNA.
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Niacin
Definition
Needed by cells for proper use of fuel and oxygen.
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Pantothenic Acid
Definition
Helps in metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and protein.
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Boitin
Definition
Needed by skin and circulatory system.
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Definition
Needed by bones and teeth. Aids in healing wounds and aids in resisting infection.
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Vitamin D
Definition
Helps build strong bones and teeth.
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Vitamin E
Definition
Prevents damage to cell membranes, and helps tissues handle fatty substances.
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Vitamin K
Definition
Needed for normal blood clotting.
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