Vitamin B1

Responsible for carbohydrate metabolism along with the function of your nervous system.  More than 1,000 milligrams might cause increased urination and possible dehydration.  Because this vitamin is water-soluble, daily replacement is necessary.  Whole grains are the best source of B1.

Vitamin B2

An active agent in the metabolism of energy and cell maintenance.  It also is an essential ingredient in the repair of al cells following injury.  Milk and eggs are excellent sources of Vitamin B2.

Vitamin B3

Has numerous responsibilities in various bodily functions, and is present in every cell in your body.  This vitamin can cause hot flashes, but you can build a tolerance to this vitamin, and find it helpful in the reduction of high cholesterol.  Peanuts and poultry prove to be fine sources of B3

Vitamin B5

Essential in the formation of the chemical acetylcholine, which is involved in nerve transmissions, memory, and is crucial in the metabolism of energy.  Poultry, fish, and whole grains provide you with this vitamin. 

Vitamin B6 

Involved in the metabolism of sugar, fat and protein.  A limit of 300 mg per day is good enough for anyone.  This vitamin can be found in foods like wheat germ, fish and walnuts. 

Vitamin B12 

Refers to substances containing the mineral cobalt, which is important in the metabolism of protein and fat, and is an aid in producing red blood cells.  Sources include liver, oysters and clams.

Vitamin B15

A coenzyme involved in respiration, protein synthesis and regulation o steroid hormones.  Its principal effect is to increase blood and oxygen supplies to tissues.  B15 is found principally in Brewer’s Yeast, organ meats and whole grains.

A water-soluble vitamin involved in various bodily functions, but may produce diarrhea and mild diuretic effects in some people.  Citrus fruits provide a good source of vitamin C.

Vitamin D

A fat-soluble vitamin that regulates calcium and phosphate metabolism in your body.  This vitamin is actually formed on your skin via ultraviolet rays from light when it reacts with cholesterol in your skin.  Sunlight serves as the best source of D, but this vitamin is also added to milk to make it another good source.

Another fat-soluble vitamin that has numerous responsibilities in your body.  Recent research indicates that vitamin E has an important factor in fighting the raves of free radical damages inside your body.  Food sources available are wheat germ, green leafy vegetables, whole grains, and vegetable oils. 

Vitamin K

Is important in proper blood clotting.  It is synthesized in the intestinal flora.  Because it is fat-soluble, it has the potential for toxicity I taken in larges doses.  There is no established RDA for vitamin K.