NAME | USE | SOURCE |
| Vitamin B-1 (Thiamine) | Brain function Nervous System Function Mood Stabilizer Enhances energy Decreases stress | Beef, pork, liver, legumes, fish poultry, yeast, whole-grain breads, pasta & nuts |
| Vitamin B-2 (Riboflavin) | Enhances energy Dry, cracked lips and mouth Decreases stress Promotes vision | Milk/dairy, dark green vegetables, eggs, yogurt, enriched breads/cereals, and liver. |
| Vitamin B-3 (Niacin) | Reduces blood pressure by dilating blood vessels Improves circulation to extremities Reduces cholesterol Brain function Decreases stress | Yeast, meats, eggs, poultry, liver, cereal, legumes, seeds, milk, green leafy vegetables, fish, & nuts |
| Vitamin B-5 (Pantothenic Acid) | Enhances energy and stamina by supporting the Adrenal glands Decreases stress Fatigue PMS | Widespread in foods |
| Vitamin B-6 (Pyridoxine) | Brain function Decreases stress Fatigue Reduces blood pressure PMS Reduces risk of heart attack Mood Stabilizer Enhances Immune system | Meats, fish, green leafy vegetables, legumes, bananas, & whole grains |
| Vitamin B-12 (Cobalamin) | Brain function Production of healthy Red Blood Cells Enhances energy and stamina by supporting the Adrenal glands Reduces cholesterol & dilates blood vessels | Meats, fish, poultry, milk, eggs, yeast. & cheese |
| PABA | Skin pigmentation disorders Red Blood Cell production Protects intestines Fatigue, irritability and anxiety | Grains, cereal, corn, rice, wheat, & flour |
| Choline | Depression & anxiety Brain function & memory Fat metabolism | Cereals, grains, legumes, & meat |
| Inositol | Depression & anxiety Brain function Fat metabolism | Cereals, grains, legumes, & meat |
NAME | USE | SOURCE |
Vitamin A(Beta-carotene) | Maintain vision Growth, bone formation, tissue repair, and red blood cell production | Dairy foods, liver, eggs, green leafy vegetables, oranges, and red fruits |
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | Infection resistance Wound healing &Collagen synthesis Decreases “bad “cholesterol (LDL) | Fruits, berries, mangos, melons, tomatoes, green peppers, and green leafy vegetables |
| Vitamin D (Choleacalciferol) | Bone formation Calcium absorption | Milk/Dairy, fish, liver. And eggs |
| Vitamin E Alpha and Gamma tocopherol | Red blood cell production Enhances Immune system Cellular membrane stability protecting heart and brain function | Nuts, vegetable and seed oils, wheat grains, wheat germ, and green leafy vegetables |
| Vitamin K | Blood clotting regulation Bone growth | Dark green vegetables, liver spinach, kale, & broccoli |
| Biotin | Decreases stress & anxiety Fatigue, & insomnia Chronic fatigue syndrome | Most foods |
| Folic Acid | Red blood Cell production Prevent cervical dysplasia Enhances energy and stamina | Green leafy vegetables, liver, legumes, seeds, enriched breads, cereals, rice and pasta |
| Omega 3 (DHA & EPA) | Forms membrane structure of all cells in the body and are required for normal development and function of brain, eyes, inner ear, adrenal glands, and reproductive tract. Decreases inflammatory disease Lower blood pressure Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and ADHD | Fish, flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds and soy |
| Omega 6 (Primrose oil or Borage oil) | Stress Lowers cholesterol | Seeds, seed oils, and vegetable oils |
NAME | USE | SOURCE |
Boron | Energy utilization Development and maintenance of bone and absorption of calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus | Dairy products, drinking water, legumes, and nuts |
| Calcium | Bone and teeth Muscle contraction and relaxation Nerve function Maintains cellular function in brain and heart Reduces cholesterol | Dairy, fish (with bones), tofu, legumes, kale, and broccoli |
| Chromium | Enhances energy and stamina Sugar and fat metabolism Potentiates the action of insulin Reduces mood swings & anxiety | Fruits, vegetables, vegetable oils, whole grains, seeds, & brewer’s yeast |
| Copper | Enhances the absorption of iron Enhances bone production Enhances production of ATP (fuel for the cells) | Meat & drinking water |
| Iron | Critical for hemoglobin formation in red blood cells Oxygen carrier for energy utilization | Beef, fish, poultry, shellfish, eggs, legumes, dried fruits, & fortified cereals |
| Magnesium | Brain and nerve function Muscle contraction Enhances energy production in the heart Dilates coronary arteries and lowers blood pressure | Legumes, whole grain cereals, nuts, dark green vegetables, & chocolate |
| Potassium | Nerve transmission Fluid balance Muscle contraction Ensures energy gets into cells where they can be broken down for energy | Fruit, vegetables, dairy, grains, legumes, & beef |
| Selenium | Enhances Vitamin E functions Enhance energy and stamina by balancing adrenal gland Reduces risk of cancer of prostrate, breast, colon, rectum, & lung | Seafood, meats, grains, & Brazil nuts |
| Zinc | Enhances immune system Wound healing Sperm production Involved in many enzyme, hormone and protein functions | Beef, fish, poultry, grains, vegetables |
NAME | USE | SOURCE |
L-Glutamine | Enhances strength 7 stamina Decreases cravings for alcohol & carbohydrates Stimulates immune system Peptic Ulcers | Raw parsley, spinach, wheat, corn, peanuts, soybean, & milk |
| L-Phenylalanine | Produces norepinephrine - 9neurotransmitter which increases alertness, reduces appetite, improves memory and acts as an antidepressant | Dairy, almonds, avocados, lima beans, peanuts, & seeds |
| L-Tyrosine | Antidepressant, enhances memory and increases mental alertness Supports thyroid and pituitary glands | Almonds, avocados, bananas, beef, dairy, eggs, fish, lima beans, pumpkin seeds, & sesame seeds |
| L-Cystine | Antioxidant that protects body against radiation and pollution. | Poultry, wheat, broccoli, brussel sprouts, eggs, garlic, onions, & red peppers. |
| L-Carnitine | Enhances strength & stamina Angina & heart disease Reduces cholesterol Chronic fatigue syndrome | Fish, eggs, dairy, & beef |
| L-Glutathione | Enhances Immune system Anti-inflammatory Prevents cataracts | Fish, eggs, dairy, & beef |
| L-Lysine | Assists calcium absorption Helps form collagen (replenishes skin tone) Reduce viral growth (Herpes) | Fish, eggs, dairy, lima beans, beef, soy, yeast, & potatoes. |
| L-Methionine | Reduces cholesterol & fats Prevents hair, skin, and nail disorders | Fish, eggs, dairy, beans, beef, garlic onion, lentils, & soybeans |
| L-Tryptophan | Insomnia, depression, & anxiety Migraine H/A | Dairy, beef, poultry, barley, brown rice, fish, soybeans, & peanuts |
| 5 HTP | Depression & anxiety H/A, Fibromyalgia Appetite suppressant, weight loss Psychosis Myoclonic syndromes (sudden, dramatic muscle spasms Cerebral ataxia | Dairy, beef, poultry, barley, brown rice, fish, soybeans, & peanuts |
This information has been compiled from the sources in the public domain to provide a comprehensive list of commonly used herbs. This information is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.
Questions about the specific use of any vitamin or supplement for any specific condition or patient should be referred to a licensed physician
Source : http://www.cncplan.com/vitamins.htm