WEB CHUTNEY

Vitamins are a compound which is essential for growth and is required by the body because the body can not make them. We usually get our vitamins from our food and diet.

Here are signs you need to take your vitamins

1. Achy muscles

If your muscles ache for no reason whatsoever then you are deficient in Vitamin D. You can find Vitamin D in milk, fish and other dairy products. You can also get a small dosage of Vitamin D from the sun.

2. Numb feet

If you find that your feet go numb or you have trouble walking from time to time then you are deficient in Vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is essential for your brain function and nervous system. It can be found in foods like fish, chicken and dairy products.

3. Can’t see at night

If you’re having trouble seeing at night then you lack Vitamin A. Vitamin A helps make photoreceptor cells in your eyes help you to see in low light. You can get Vitamin A from eating leafy greens, eggs, cantaloupe and sweet potatoes.

4. Wounds healing slowly

If you find that your wounds aren’t healing as fast as they used to then you might need some Vitamin C. Vitamin C helps skin cells and other cells reproduce themselves. For Vitamin C have more citrus fruits and leafy greens.

5. Feeling down often

If you notice yourself getting sad for NO reason whatsoever you could also be suffering from a lack of Vitamin B1. Like Vitamin B12 Vitamin B1 is needed for your nervous system health. You can find Vitamin B1 in foods like peas, beans and lentils.

6. Slow reflexes

Feel like you’re not reacting as fast as you can, hitting the breaks slower than usual? Then you might be low on Vitamin E. Vitamin E is needed for nerve health and helps communication between your brain and nerves. You can find it in eggs, mayonnaise, organ meats and nuts.