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• Vitamin B5 is also known as Pantothenic acid.

It necessary for making blood cells. Vitamin B5 deficiency

normally does not occur, but sometimes results in tiredness,

headache, dizziness ,mood swings and digestive problems.

Sources: Meat, fish, milk, whole grains, egg etc.

• Vitamin B6 or Pyridoxine

Vitamin B6 is a key factor in protein and glucose metabolism as

well as in the formation of haemoglobin.

Deficiency may result Skin Rashes, Cracked and Sore Lips, Sore,

Glossy Tongue, Mood Changes, Weakened Immune Function

Tiredness and Low Energy.

Sources: egg yolk, fish, pulses, peas, rice etc.

• Vitamin B7 is also known as biotin

Vitamin B7 is vital for metabolism of nutrients, maintaining hair

skin and mucous membrane. It also helps in maintaining nervous

system function.

Sources: egg yolk, milk, cereals, fresh vegetables etc.

• Vitamin B12 or Cobalamin

Helps nervous system, metabolism and energy transfer for

growth . Deficiency of this vitamin causes anaemia

Sources are meat, egg, grains, cereals, vegetables, beans etc.