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Vitamin Page
For educational purposes only; not to diagnose, treat or
mitigate any disease.
A Note From
Dr. Kulisz: This page is a
listing of known vitamins, pseudo-vitamins, and nutrient occasionally classified
as vitamins some time ago. Some are still around today as supplements. An
asterisk (*) beside a name indicates it status, as a vitamin is questionable.
There is a lot more to know about vitamins than what's listed below. We
recommend that you consult with
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Vitamin A
Chemical Names- Retinol, Beta-Carotene (pro-vitamin A)
Deficiency- Night blindness
RDA- 5,000 IU
Optimal intake- 10,000-25,000 IU Beta Carotene
Good Sources- liver, carrots, spinach
Discussion- Vitamin A is fat soluble, can be toxic in large
amounts. Taking over 25,000 IU of retinol a day can lead to toxic buildup.
Beta-Carotene is an antioxidant.
Vitamin B1
Chemical Names- Thiamine
Deficiency- Beriberi
RDA- 1.5 mg
Optimal intake- 5-15 mg
Good Sources- brewer's yeast, peanuts, milk, rice
Discussion- Thiamine is relatively safe.
Vitamin B2
Chemical Names- Riboflavin
Deficiency- lesions on mouth, lips, skin, etc.
RDA- 1.7 mg
Optimal intake- 5-20 mg
Good Sources- Milk, cheese, leafy vegetables
Discussion- Riboflavin is a mild antioxidant. Its bright yellow color
colors urine after it is taken. Also known as Vitamin G
Vitamin B3
Chemical Names- Niacin, Niacinamide, Nicotinic Acid
Deficiency- Pellagra
RDA- 20 mg
Optimal intake- 50-500 mg
Good Sources- lean meat, whole wheat, brewer's yeast
Discussion- Niacin in higher doses results in a "flush" reaction, while
Niacinamide is flush-free. Niacinamide does not have anti-cholesterol properties
though. Also known as Vitamin PP for "pellagra-preventative"
Vitamin B4*
Chemical Names- Adenine
Deficiency- Muscular weakness (in rats and chicks)
Good Sources- Widespread in animal and plant tissues
Discussion- Adenine is a purine base of nucleic acids. Its status as a
human vitamin is in doubt.
Vitamin B5
Chemical Names- Pantothenic Acid, Panthenol
Deficiency- hypoglycemia, ulcers, skin disorders.
RDA- 10 mg
Optimal intake- 15-500 mg
Good Sources- Meat, whole grains, leafy vegetables
Discussion- Studies with rats by Dr. Roger Williams showed that
Pantothenic Acid is beneficial in fighting the effects of stress.
Vitamin B6
Chemical Names- Pyridoxine
Deficiency- Anemia, dermatitis, glossitis
RDA- 2 mg
Optimal intake- 10-100 mg
Good Sources- Brewer's yeast, soy beans, wheat germ
Discussion- As a methylating agent, B6 has potential to fight
homocysteine, thus reducing heart disease. Amounts in excess of 200 mg/day might
lead to toxicity, expressed in nerve problems.
Vitamin B7*
Deficiency- Digestive disorders in pigeons.
Good Sources- Rice polish
Discussion- Also known as Vitamin I. See also Biotin which
some have called "Vitamin B7."
Vitamin B8*
Chemical Names- Adenylic Acid, Ergadenylic Acid
Deficiency- Decreases RNA, ADP, and ATP synthesis, inhibits breakdown of
food into energy, reduces hormone function.
Good Sources- Yeast
Discussion- This nucleotide is still listed as a "Nutrient" by the Merck
Index.
Vitamin B9*
Chemical Names- Mixture of multiple B Vitamins
Discussion- See Folic Acid. Some later researchers used Vitamin B9
to classify Folic Acid
Vitamin B10*
Chemical Names- pteroylmonoglutamic acid mixed with other B vitamins
Deficiency- Depressed growth and feathering in chicks.
Discussion- Also known as Vitamin R and "Factor R."
Vitamin B11*
Deficiency- Depressed growth and feathering in chicks
Discussion- Also called Vitamin S and "Factor S."
Vitamin B12
Chemical Names- Cobalamin, Cyanocobalamin
Deficiency- Pernicious Anemia
RDA- 6 mcg
Optimal intake- 100-1,000 mcg
Good Sources- Meat products, cheese
Discussion- B12 reduces homocysteine levels in the blood, thus having use
in heart disease prevention. B12 needs "intrinsic factor" to be absorbed, and
some stomachs do not produce enough, hence the need for injections. See the
following note countering this statement;
Vitamin B13*
Chemical Names- Orotic Acid, Pyrimidinecarboxylic Acid
Deficiency- Possibly Multiple Sclerosis
Good Sources- Whey, Root vegetables
Discussion- Orotic Acid, as a "mineral transporter" is available in the
form of Calcium Orotate, Magnesium Orotate, etc. Its vitamin status is unlikely.
By association, Aspartic Acid, and Colamine Phosphate (Calcium AEP) are in the
same class of "mineral transporters," and might have claim as B13.
Vitamin B14*
Deficiency- Anemia
Good Sources- Yeast, grains, legumes, organ meats, wine.
Discussion- Little is known about this; it might be similar to B10 and
B11. Perhaps a substance isolated from wine that prevents cancer.
Vitamin B15*
Chemical Names- Pangamic Acid, Pangametin, Dimethylglycine,
diisopropylamine dichloroacetate
Optimal intake- 50-150 mg
Good Sources- Yeast, Apricot seeds, Corn
Discussion- The chemical identity of B15 is often disputed. Generally it
is believed to be DMG and Gluconic Acid, although other B15 mixtures vary. If
DMG is responsible for its benefits, then Trimethylglycine would be B15 by
association. Both DMG and TMG act as methylators and reduce homocysteine in the
blood. Vitamin status is unlikely.
Vitamin B16*
Discussion- Perhaps studied in Russia, but vitamin status never fully
developed.
Vitamin B17*
Chemical Names- Amygdalin, Prunasin (d-mandelonitrile glucoside), Dhurrin,
Linamarin, Lotaustralin, Sambunigrin (l-mandelonitrile glucoside), Prulaurasin
(dl-mandelonitrile glucoside), Triglochinin, Linustatin, Neolinustatin.
Deficiency- Possibly increased incidence of cancer
Optimal intake- 25-100 mg
Good Sources- Apricot seeds, buckwheat, millet, lima beans, flax
Discussion- Also known as laetrile, anti-cancer substance. B17 is a group
of cyanide producing sugars known as "cyanogenic glycosides," and release
cyanide when digested. Often taken in concentrated form of amygdalin, but soon
after mixed with water, the chemical is subject to ephemerization, so quality is
poor when pre-mixed in water. Rodent research suggests anti-metastatic effect at
high injectable doses. Vitamin status unlikely.
Vitamin B22*
Discussion- Listed in Linda Clark's Know Your Nutrition.
Otherwise, unknown. Yeast a possible source.
Vitamin Bc-
See Folic Acid
Vitamin Bh-
See Inositol
Vitamin Bp-
See Choline
Vitamin Bt*
Chemical Names- L-Carnitine
Optimal intake- 500 mg mg
Good Sources- Chicken, red meats, fish
Discussion- Carnitine is an amino acid and not essential as a protein or
vitamin. It has been promoted as a treatment for heart disease.
Vitamin Bx-
See PABA
Vitamin Bw-
SeeBiotin
Folic Acid
Chemical Names- Folacin, Pteroylglutamic Acid, Folate, Folinic Acid
Deficiency- Nutritional macrocytic anemia
RDA- 400 mcg
Optimal intake- 400-1,000 mg
Good Sources- Green leafy vegetables, soy beans, oranges
Discussion- Folic Acid has potential to fight homocysteine, thus reducing
heart disease. Folic Acid is also a key factor in the prevention of many birth
defects. Also known as Vitamin M and B9. Folic Acid is a
water-soluble Vitamin of the "B" Group that is actually a Vitamin within a
Vitamin because its chemical structure contains Pteridine, PABA and Glutamic
Acid. Chemically, Folic Acid is pteroylglutamic acid, composed of a Pterin,
Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (PABA), and Glutamic Acid moieties.
Biotin
Deficiency- Eczema, improper fat metabolism
RDA- 300 mcg
Optimal intake- 300-10,000 mcg
Good Sources- Brewer's yeast, soy beans, egg yolk
Discussion- A Biotin deficiency is rare. Unless raw egg whites are eaten
often (they contain a substance that binds Biotin), we get ample Biotin.
Recently high-dose Biotin has been found to benefit Diabetes. Also known as
Coenzyme
R; d-Biotin; Protective Factor X; Vitamin B7; Vitamin H; W Factor
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Choline*
Deficiency- Liver problems
Optimal intake- 100-1000 mg
Good Sources- Brewer's yeast, Leicthin, wheat germ
Discussion- Choline can be made in the human body, but nonetheless, of
all questionable vitamins, Choline is closest to being recognized as essential.
Inositol*
Deficiency- possibly Eczema
Optimal intake- 100-1,000 mg
Good Sources- Brewer's yeast, grapefruits, Lecithin, peanuts
Discussion- Inositol is still present in many B-Complex formulas, and is
probably a B-Complex "factor," appearing with the B vitamins, rather than an
actual vitamin.
PABA*
Chemical Names- Para-Aminobenzoic Acid
Deficiency- Graying of hair, eczema in animals
Optimal intake- 10-100 mg
Good Sources- Brewer's yeast, wheat germ, sunflower seeds
Discussion- PABA was often used in sunscreens, although some people have
reactions when it is applied to the skin. Like Choline, and Inositol, it still
appears in B-Complex formulas despite not actually "essential."
Vitamin C
Chemical Names- Ascorbic Acid
Deficiency- Scurvy
RDA- 60 mg
Optimal intake- 100-1,000 mg
Good Sources- Citrus fruits
Discussion- Vitamin C is an antioxidant, and has been found to benefit
against cancer, infections, and other disorders.
Vitamin D
Chemical Names- ergocalciferol, calciferol, colecalciferol
Deficiency- Ricketts
RDA- 400 IU
Optimal intake- 400-600 IU
Good Sources- Milk, Sunlight
Discussion- Vitamin D is essential for bone health, and colon cancer
prevention.
Vitamin E
Chemical Names- Alpha-tocopherol
Deficiency- infertility
RDA- 30 IU
Optimal intake- 100-400 IU mg
Good Sources- Sunflower seeds, wheat germ
Discussion- Vitamin E has been shown to be a strong antioxidant, and
helpful in preventing and treating prostate problems. Alpha-tocopherol is the
only vitamin form, although beta, gamma, delta, etc, tocopherols exist, and
might be beneficial.
Vitamin F*
Chemical Names- Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Arachadonic Acid
Deficiency- Similar to those associated with lack of fat in diet
RDA- 1% of all Fat intake
Good Sources- Vegetable oils
Discussion- Vitamin F is actually a term for the macroutrients known as
Essential Fatty Acids.
Vitamin G-
See Vitamin B2
Vitamin H-
See Biotin
Vitamin I*-
See Vitamin B7
Vitamin J*
Chemical Names- Catechol, Flavin
Good Sources- Higher woody plants
Discussion- Catechol is a flavonoid. Vitamin J has also been applied to
Choline
Vitamin K
Chemical Names- Menadione, Phytomenadione
Deficiency- Hemorrhage
RDA- 80 mcg
Optimal intake- 100-150 mcg
Good Sources- Green leafy vegetables, cheeses
Discussion- Vitamin K, essential for blood clotting, is now recognized as
a key factor in bone health.
Vit. K2
Note: Vitamin K is
a Fat-Soluble Vitamin. Chemically it is a type of Quinone. Vitamin K is rarely
publicized, but recent research has shown that is possesses many additional
health benefits in addition to the cardiovascular functions that were
classically acknowledged. Vit. K3 is known to inhibit some forms of
cancer. Refer to HyperHealthPro Encyclopedia of Natural Health for more
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Vitamin L1*
Chemical Names- Ortho-Aminobenzoic Acid
Deficiency- Lactation problems in animals
Vitamin L2*-
Adenyl Thiomethylpentose
Deficiency- Lactation problems in animals
Vitamin M-
See Folic Acid
Vitamin N*
Chemical Names- Thioctic Acid, Alpha-lipoic acid
Deficiency- lack of growth in protozoa and bacteria.
Optimal intake- 300-600 mg
Discussion- A-Lipoic Acid has been used recently in Diabetes treatment.
Vitamin P*
Chemical Names- Rutin, Hesperidin, Quercetin, Citrus Bioflavonoids
Deficiency- Capillary fragility
Optimal intake- 100-1,000 mg
Good Sources- Citrus fruits, onions, vegetables
Discussion- While not vitamins, Bioflavonoids are making a comeback as
non-essential beneficial chemicals. Often associated with Vitamin C, many
referring to Vitamin P as "C-Complex." There are over 1000 chemicals that can be
classified as Bioflavonoids.
Vitamin PP
- see Vitamin B3
Vitamin Q*
Deficiency- Inability of blood to clot in telagiectasia patients
Good Sources-Soybeans, clover, alfalfa
Discussion- Named after Dr. Armand J. Quick, who found a substance in
soybeans could prevent bleeding in people with telagiectasia. According to
Quick, only essential in patients with that rare blood disorder.
Vitamin R*-
Old name for Vitamin B10. Also on "The Simpsons" the vitamin in the "malk"
drink, the kids drank at lunch on a budget crisis!
Vitamin S*
Deficiency- Sterility
Good Sources- kelp
Discussion- I found one reference to this in a book a long time ago. Kelp
is known for its many nutrients, so it's likely that this substance is some
other vitamin or mineral. Vitamin B11 was also called Vitamin S for
awhile.
Vitamin T*
Chemical Names- Tegotin, Termitin, Torutilin
Deficiency- Anemia, lack of growth
Good Sources- Yeast, termites, fungi, sesame seeds
Discussion- Vitamin T has been used as a name for growth-promoting
substances in termites, yeast and fungi. However, many sources list it as a
blood health factor in sesame seeds. It is likely that these are two separate
chemicals and the factor in termites is distinct from that in sesame seeds. This
happens because different researchers discover nutrients and call them by the
same name, not knowing another person has already used the designation.
Vitamin U*
Chemical Names- Methylmethioninesulfonium Chloride, Cabagin-U
Deficiency- Ulcers
Good Sources- Cabbage, Alfalfa, Green leafy vegetables, egg yolks
Discussion- Cabbage Juice healed ulcers in a week or two, so Dr. Cheney
proposed it was a vitamin. Another possible factor responsible for Vitamin U
activity in Cabbage and Alfalfa might be Allantoin.
Vitamin V*
Chemical Names- Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, NAD
Deficiency- Developmental problems in chicks
Discussion- Vitamin V was also used for PABA
Vitamin W*
Discussion- Possibly Biotin
Vitamin X*
Deficiency- Aging
Good Sources- Hydrocotyle Asiatica Minor (an herb)
Discussion- A proposed vitamin by certain researchers, I read about in
Worldwide Secrets For Staying Young by Paavo Airola. Ultimately "Vitamin X"
is used to describe any unknown vitamin, including PABA before it was isolated.
Vitamin Y*
Discussion- Perhaps Vitamin B6.
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