5. The Power of Vitamin C for Immune System Support

 
 
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Introduction    

1

The Role of Vitamins in Health

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2

Understanding Medical Conditions                                

6

3

Vitamin A for Eye Health                                                  

13

4

Vitamin D for Bone Health                                               

16

5

Vitamin C for Immune System Support                          

19

6

Vitamin E for Skin and Hair                                               

23

7

B Vitamins for Energy and Nervous System                    

26

8

Vitamin K for Blood Clotting                                             

29

9

Vitamin B12 for Anemia                                                    

33

10

Vitamin Folate for Pregnancy and Heart Health          

36

11

Vitamin E for Skin Health                                                 

39

12

Vitamin C for Cardiovascular Health                            

42

13

Vitamin D and Multiple Sclerosis

45

14

Vitamin B6 and Depression

49

15

Vitamin K and Osteoporosis

54

16

Vitamin C and Scurvy

58

17

Vitamin A and Night Blindness

64

18

Vitamin D and Rickets

68

19

Vitamin B3 and Pellagra

73

20

Vitamin C and Sepsis

77

21

Vitamins for Children

80

22

Vitamins for Seniors

85

23

Vitamins for Pregnant Women

92

24

Vitamins for Athletes

96

25

Choosing the Right Supplements

102

26

Potential Risks and Side Effects

109

27

Interactions with Medications

114

28

Whole Foods and Balanced Diets

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29

Nutrient-Rich Recipes

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30

Emerging Research and Trends

128

31

Personalized Nutrition

128

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Empowering Your Health Through Vitamins

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33

The Journey to a Healthier You

138

Appendix

 

App A

Recommended Daily Allowances (RDAs) for Vitamins

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App B

Glossary of Terms

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App C

Additional Resources

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