Vitamins and minerals are essential for bodily and mental health. These important substances are needed in lesser amounts than macronutrients (proteins, carbs, and fats), but they affect many physiological and psychological processes.
Vision, immunological function, and skin health require vitamin A. Vitamin B Complex (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, B12): Essential for energy metabolism, nervous system function, and neurotransmitter synthesis.
Vitamin C: Antioxidant, immunological booster, collagen synthesizer, iron absorber. Vitamin D: Essential for bone, immunological, and mood health. The body produces the "sunshine vitamin" in reaction to sunlight.
Vitamin E: Antioxidant and immune system booster. Vitamin K: Good for bone and blood coagulation.
Calcium: Essential for bone, tooth, muscle, and nerve health. Iron: Essential for blood oxygenation and energy metabolism. Magnesium helps muscles, nerves, bones, and energy.
Zinc is needed for immunity, wound healing, and DNA synthesis. Selenium: Antioxidant and thyroid-supportive. Iodine: Essential for metabolism-regulating thyroid hormone synthesis. Potassium regulates blood pressure, nerve transmission, and fluid balance.
Antioxidants: Vitamins C and E and minerals like selenium protect the brain from oxidative stress. Cognitive Function: Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins B6, B12, and folic acid may prevent cognitive deterioration.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, enough sleep, and stress management enhances micronutrient intake's health benefits.