Understanding Vitamins and Minerals: Essential Nutrients for Health

Jan 02, 2026

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Explore the importance of vitamins and minerals in maintaining your health. Fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K support vision, bone health, and cell integrity, while water-soluble vitamins, including C and B-complex, boost the immune system, collagen production, and energy metabolism. Learn about essential minerals like calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and iron, critical for bone strength and preventing deficiencies like osteoporosis and anemia. Understand the role of electrolytes in fluid balance and how to avoid imbalances that can lead to cramps.

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Understanding Vitamins and Minerals: Essential Nutrients for Health

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Vitamins Fat Soluble Water Soluble A –Eyesight (r/o/y F&V) D – Bones (sunlight, milk) E – cell membranes K – blood CLOTTING • C – Immune system, collagen, wounds (citrus, broccoli) • B-complex • Folate –neural tube (whole grains, dark green veggies, nuts): *spina bifida • Thiamin -*beriberi • Riboflavin • Niacin -- *pellagra
VITAMINS
Minerals MACRO TRACE All for building bones and teeth Calcium: *osteoporosis Phosphorus: Magnesium: Iron: *anemia Iodine: *goiter Copper: Zinc: Fluoride:
MINERALS MOST DEFICIENT IN THE USA:
ELECTROLYTE MINERALS**SALTY (NaCl) Bananas (Potassium)** ELECTROLYTES maintain fluid balance in cells, tissues and muscles. They are imbalanced easily when you are dehydrated. To prevent cramps, get your electrolytes!!!