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Girl of the Old Dreaming. Fine Artist, Master Herbalist, Eastern Healer (TCM), Shamanic Practitioner + Folk Healer | Anti hive-mind. Independent. Plainswoman.
Oct 6, 2024 12 tweets 18 min read
As promised you guys (sorry for delay!) here is a Comprehensive VITAMIN AND MINERAL CHEET SHEET : 🧵

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Here we go:

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)

Converts carbohydrates into energy.
Aids in the metabolism of proteins and fats.
Essential for the synthesis of acetylcholine (a neurotransmitter).
Supports cardiac function.
Promotes proper nerve function.
Helps prevent complications in the nervous system, brain, muscles, heart, stomach, and intestines.
Involved in the flow of electrolytes into and out of muscle and nerve cells.
Enhances learning capabilities.
Helps to manage stress.
Boosts immune system.
Maintains muscle tone along the walls of the digestive tract.
Prevents diseases such as beriberi.
Reduces the risk of cataracts.
Necessary for glucose metabolism.
Helps produce hydrochloric acid, necessary for digestion.
Reduces symptoms of aging.
Important for cognitive function.
Supports adrenal health.
Supports cellular health.
Reduces fatigue.

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

Plays a role in energy production.
Necessary for the breakdown of fats, drugs, and steroid hormones.
Helps convert carbohydrates into adenosine triphosphate (ATP).
Essential for maintaining the body’s energy supply.
Antioxidant activity.
Maintains healthy blood cells.
Supports eye health.
Promotes healthy skin.
Prevents migraines.
Helps iron metabolism.
Supports nervous system function.
Reduces fatigue.
Enhances immune system function.
Necessary for growth and muscle development.
Assists in thyroid activity.
Important for adrenal function.
Supports reproductive health.
Helps in the absorption of minerals.
Promotes healthy liver function.
Reduces symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

Boosts brain function.
Lowers LDL cholesterol.
Increases HDL cholesterol.
Reduces triglycerides.
Helps convert food into energy.
Supports skin health.
Can help prevent heart disease.
Improves mental health.
Helps manage type 1 diabetes.
Supports proper digestive function.
Reduces symptoms of arthritis.
Helps with skin regeneration.
Necessary for nerve function.
Helps detoxify the body.
Prevents pellagra.
Reduces atherosclerosis.
Essential for DNA repair and stress responses.
Supports kidney health.
Improves sleep patterns.
Enhances cognitive longevity.

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

Necessary for making blood cells.
Helps convert food into energy.
Involved in hormone and cholesterol production.
Supports healthy skin.
Aids in healing wounds.
Reduces acne symptoms.
Promotes heart health.
Reduces symptoms of respiratory disorders.
Essential for nerve health.
Supports digestive organs.
Enhances stamina.
Helps manage stress.
Necessary for synthesizing coenzyme A.
Promotes liver health.
Helps metabolize toxins.
Essential for fat digestion.
Reduces signs of aging.
Supports healthy hair.
Provides mental clarity.
Assists in the production of neurotransmitters.

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

Essential for amino acid metabolism.
Important for neurotransmitter synthesis, including serotonin, dopamine, and GABA.
Supports cognitive development and function.
Helps maintain normal levels of homocysteine, linked to heart health.
Needed for hemoglobin production and function.
Influences mood regulation and reduces symptoms of depression.
Supports immune function by promoting the health of lymphoid organs.
Helps convert tryptophan to niacin and serotonin.
Aids in glucose regulation by helping convert stored nutrients into energy.
Promotes brain health and reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Enhances the body’s ability to store energy.
Plays a role in gene expression.
Helps with the formation of new cells.
Necessary for the proper absorption of vitamin B12.
Supports eye health and prevents eye diseases.
Reduces inflammation.
Helps treat and prevent anemia by aiding in hemoglobin production.
Promotes healthy skin and reduces symptoms of eczema.
Essential for hormone regulation.
Helps prevent dandruff.

Vitamin B7 (Biotin)

Supports metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
Important for healthy hair, skin, and nails.
Helps in gene regulation and cell signaling.
Aids in the synthesis of fatty acids.
Essential for embryonic growth, making it crucial during pregnancy.
Supports thyroid and adrenal function.
Improves glucose tolerance and is beneficial in managing diabetes.
Helps lower cholesterol.
Necessary for neurotransmitter activity.
Supports amino acid metabolism.
Promotes liver health.
Helps treat and prevent biotin deficiency.
Aids in the breakdown of certain dietary components.
Supports the health of the sweat glands, nerve tissue, and bone marrow.
Plays a role in reducing inflammation.
Enhances the use of other B vitamins (B9, B12).
Helps improve cognitive functions.
Assists in managing symptoms of multiple sclerosis.
Helps in the utilization of protein.
Supports healthy immune function.

Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)

Critical for preventing neural tube defects in the fetus during pregnancy.
Important for proper brain function.
Plays a key role in mental and emotional health.
Necessary for the production of DNA and RNA.
Supports cell division and growth.
Enhances bone marrow health.
Helps in the formation of red blood cells.
Aids in protein metabolism.
Supports heart health by reducing homocysteine levels.
Improves vascular endothelial function.
Helps maintain healthy hair, skin, and nails.
Supports the immune system.
Reduces the risk of age-related hearing loss.
Assists in detoxification processes.
Enhances digestive health.
Supports pancreatic health.
Helps manage kidney disease symptoms.
Reduces the risk of certain cancers.
Aids in the absorption of other nutrients.
Supports adrenal function.

Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)

Essential for red blood cell formation and anemia prevention.
Helps maintain healthy nerve cells and is essential for neurological function.
Important for DNA synthesis and repair.
Supports bone health and reduces the risk of osteoporosis.
Helps with mood regulation and can alleviate symptoms of depression.
Supports energy production by helping convert carbohydrates into glucose.
Vital for cardiovascular health through homocysteine regulation.
Enhances immune system functionality.
Necessary for healthy hair, skin, and nails.
Plays a role in fat and protein metabolism.
Helps improve sleep patterns due to its role in melatonin production.
Supports mental clarity and learning capacities.
Reduces macular degeneration risk, protecting eyesight.
Helps maintain a healthy digestive system.
Aids in fertility and pregnancy health.
Prevents certain types of nerve damage.
Helps in muscle formation and maintenance.
Essential for growth and development.
Supports the synthesis of serotonin, enhancing mood.
Helps in the prevention of memory loss and cognitive decline.