NUTS, SEEDS AND DRIED FRUIT
VITAMIN CONTENT
Nuts and seeds contain a variety of vitamins which support the body in remaining healthy. A small handful of nuts (25–50g) and seeds each day can help to ensure that the body gets many of the vitamins we need for optimum health (which are not always taken in from other foods in the western diet).
| VITAMIN AND FUNCTION | SOURCE | |
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VITAMIN A |
Benefits vision, skin, hair and bones. Antioxidant. |
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VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN) |
Needed to release energy from the carbohydrates and fatty foods we eat. Beneficial to the nervous and digestive systems. |
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VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN) |
There is a need for increased Riboflavin when we have stress in our lives. Also needed for the release of energy from other foods we eat eg carbohydrates to help digest fats. |
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VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) |
Aids digestion and manufacture of hormone insulin. Also helps red blood cells. Plays a vital role in disease prevention and treatment by producing antibodies to fight infection. |
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VITAMIN E |
A potent anti–oxidant that helps protect cells and support the immune system. It is also important for the nerves and muscles and its benefits are enhanced when combined with selenium. Slows the ageing process. |
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