This page has information about Vitamin's C, D, E and K.


Vitamin C:

• Vitamin C is an antioxidant
• Helps to lower blood pressure
• Helps to grow collagen
• Helps to repair tissue cells
• Promotes healthy bones
• Promotes healthy teeth and gums

Sources of Vitamin C:

Bananas	Watermelon	Apples	Mushrooms
Lemons	Onions	Peas	Spinach
Grapes	Potatoes	Peaches	Lima Beans
Winter Squash	Sweet Potatoes	Cantaloupe	Summer Squash

The recommended dose is 5 mg for adults.


Vitamin D:

• Helps bones to grow
• Assist the body in absorbing Calcium
• Promotes healthful immune function
• Reduces Inflammation

Not enough Vitamin D in your diet can lead to nausea, dizziness, irritability and even convulsions.
 

Sources of Vitamin D:

Receiving sunlight (do not forget your sunscreen!)
Fortified Cereals	Soy Milk

Vitamin E:

• Protects the body�s tissue from being damaged from free radicals
• Helps in the formation of blood cells
• Helps in the prevention of blood clots
• Helps to lower blood pressure
• Promotes energy
• Helps to maintain the youthful look of skin

Good Sources of Vitamin E:

Sunflower Seeds	Whole Wheat
Vegetable Oils	Nuts and Nut Butters
Wheat Germ	Spinach

Vitamin K:

• Helps to activate three proteins in the body that assist with bone growth
• Helps blood to clot when necessary
• Helps to regulate blood calcium levels

Sources of Vitamin K:

Spinach	Kale
Broccoli	Pine Nuts
Cashews	Chestnuts
Olive Oil

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Nutrition Links:

• Vegetarianism 101
• Living the Raw Life
• Minerals
• Fruits
• Vegetables