PART II.
Vitamins are good for you. Everyone knows that. But do you have any clue what each one does and where to get it?

Vitamin D
What it does: Vitamin D is essential for helping the body absorb calcium. It's important for healthy bones, hair and teeth. It is also helpful in boosting the immune system.

Where to get it: Vitamin D is known as the "sunshine vitamin". The body
naturally produces the stuff when the sun's rays shine on us. Just a few minutes in the sun each day is enough to meet daily requirements. Besides the sun, you can get vitamin D from food sources like salmon, tuna, sardines, milk and shrimp.

When you don't get enough: Too little vitamin D = weak bones. Without
enough D, you could experience pains in your bones and be more susceptible to breaks and fractures.


Vitamin E
What it does: Vitamin E helps preserve vitamins A, B, C and others by
fending off damaging free radicals. It also increases endurance & stamina
and boosts your immune system. Since it improves circulation & blood
pressure as well, it helps prevent heart disease.

Where to get it: Load up on vitamin E with almonds, sunflower seeds,
blueberries, avocados, olives and whole grains.

When you don't get enough: Vitamin E deficiency has been linked to
digestive problems as well as nervous system issues in the limbs.


Vitamin K
What it does: Vitamin K's main job is to regulate blood clotting, prevent cell
damage and keeps the blood flowing.

Where to get it: Soybeans, Brussels sprouts, carrots, spinach & other green
leafy vegetables, asparagus, alfalfa and broccoli.

When you don't get enough: A lack of Vitamin K can lead to nosebleeds,
bruising, and over long periods of time, osteoporosis.