There are 13 essential vitamins that our body needs to function correctly.
These vitamins are crucial for various bodily processes, including growth, development, and overall well-being. While our bodies can produce some vitamins (like vitamin D when exposed to sunlight), we must obtain most of them from our diet.
Here's a list of the 13 essential vitamins:
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin K
- Thiamine (B1)
- Riboflavin (B2)
- Niacin (B3)
- Pantothenic Acid (B5)
- Biotin (B7)
- Vitamin B6
- Vitamin B12
- Folate (B9)
These vitamins are categorized into two groups: fat-soluble (A, D, E, and K) and water-soluble (C and the B vitamins). Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the body's fatty tissues, while water-soluble vitamins are not stored to a significant extent and need to be replenished regularly.
