What is "avitaminosis"?
The lack of vitamins and elements in the body that help it function normally is called "vitamin deficiency". The first signs: loss of efficiency, drowsiness, exacerbation of chronic diseases, deterioration of the skin. Replenishment of deficiency of vitamins and minerals by pharmacy means is not enough, as food is the main source. Therefore, we recommend that you review your food system.
How to deal with it?
In the spring it is important to relieve the body and fill with natural nutrients. Refuse for a time from flour products, fried, salty and sweet, especially since from March, fresh markets and greens appear in the markets and store shelves. Primary vitamins for the body: groups A, B, C, E and D. We tell about their benefits, as well as what products can be found.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A promotes vision and strengthening of the immune system, a good skin condition.
Where to look? The main sources of vitamin A: carrots, pumpkin, tomatoes, corn, apricots and liver. We advise you to use it in raw or cooked form, so that the useful properties of the products are not lost during the heat treatment.
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B1 stimulates the work of the central nervous system and brain, maintains muscle tone of the heart and gastrointestinal tract. A person has a good mood and good spirits.
Where to look? A large concentration of this vitamin is in cabbage, spinach, potatoes, onions and carrots. They are also rich in cereals, bran, nuts, and among the fruits - apricot.
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B2 is responsible for the formation of hemoglobin in the blood, stimulates cell growth, is responsible for the condition of the skin, hair and nails.
Where to look? It is much contained in products of animal origin: meat, fish, eggs, cheeses and milk. From plant products, they are saturated with tomatoes, cabbage, buckwheat, oatmeal and leafy greens.
Vitamin B3 (PP)
With the help of vitamin B3 (PP), nutrients (proteins, fats and carbohydrates) are absorbed, the processes of synthesis and energy exchange in the body are normalized, hormone production and central nervous system functioning are controlled, the skin condition improves, blood pressure decreases.
Where to look? This vitamin is rich in fish, eggs, meat and liver, as well as greens, garlic, mushrooms and legumes.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is responsible for the stability of immunity, the absorption of calcium and iron and removes toxic substances. Increases the resistance of the body to infections, which is especially important in the inter-seasonal period. Helps to fight stress and depression, a strong antioxidant. In addition, ascorbic acid contributes to the production of collagen, which makes the skin supple.
Where to look? Many vitamins contain citrus fruits, sea buckthorn, cabbage, sea-buckthorn, green onions and spinach.
Vitamin D
Vitamin is useful primarily for maintaining healthy bones. Regulates the work of the nervous system.
Where to look? The sun's rays are a natural source of vitamin. Of its products can be found in fish, as well as in egg yolks, cheeses and mushrooms. The diet should include milk and baked goods.
Vitamin E
This component helps the skin cells to maintain the water balance, and also stimulates hair growth and strengthens them. Useful in the fight against emotional disorders and fatigue, increases the protective functions of the body.
Where to look? You can supplement the balance of vitamin E with vegetable oil and nuts, leaf greens, asparagus, dogrose and sea buckthorn.
