Vitamins are essential for the body for proper functioning.
They are organic substances that are either fat-soluble or water-soluble.
Fat–soluble vitamins are vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E and vitamin K. These vitamins dissolve in fat and accumulate in the body.
Water–soluble vitamins are vitamin C and the B–complex vitamins like vitamins B6, B12 and folate.
Water soluble vitamins dissolve in water and cannot be stored. The unused quantity of water soluble vitamins is excreted through urine.
Vitamins are not produced in your bodies. The food, you eat is the source to get vitamins for your daily need of the body.
A person requires a different amount of each vitamin to stay healthy.
A balanced diet full of fruits and vegetables is the main source of vitamins.
Supplements and fortified foods are other sources of vitamins.
Taking an extra quantity of vitamins can also cause health problems. So it is important to take vitamins in consultation with your doctor. Note:- some medications interfere with supplements.
So it is important to tell your doctor about all your health issues and medicines.