Ever feel drained, moody without a reason, or see your skin looking blah even though you sleep well and drink enough water? You’re not the only one, and your body might be trying to reach out to you.
Even if you eat well, it’s easy to miss out on essential nutrients in our diets. This is what the experts call “subclinical deficiency”, you’re not sick, but you’re not feeling your best either. A lot of times, the fix isn’t more caffeine, more lightweight creams, or sleep, it’s as simple as extra vitamins.
This guide is all about the essential vitamins that often get overlooked, and how knowing them can improve your health, whether you’re an adult or a kid.
The Reality Check: What Your Body’s Trying to Say
Feeling tired but haven't been doing anything and and have eaten well? You could be lacking B vitamins or Vitamin D.
Getting sick often? You might need more Vitamin C or Zinc.
Dealing with mood swings or anxiety? Check your levels of B6, B9 (folate), and B12.
Got that dry, dull skin? More often decent amounts of Vitamin A, E, or C could help.
Modern stress, depleted soil, and processed foods often rob your body of the vitamins it really needs. Let’s break down what each vitamin does and what happens if you don’t get enough.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A is good for skin and eyes. It helps with vision, skin renewal, and the immune system. The signs you might need more Vitamin A. include dry skin, trouble seeing at night, getting sick often.
Vitamin A can be found in animal foods as retinol in liver, beef, chicken, fish especially salmon & mackerel, dairy products like milk, cheese, and butter, and egg.
For people who are vegan, Vitamin A is available in plant foods as beta carotene in carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach & kale, red bell peppers and mangoes.
Expert Tip: Pair Vitamin A with Vitamin C for better skin health.
Try our Maxiliv Collagen Max C , it’s got Vitamin C and other nutrients that support your skin.
Vitamin B-Complex
B complex Vitamins is what we'd rather call the energy vitamins. Each B vitamin has its own perks and they include:
- B1 (Thiamine) which supports mood & nerve health. Low levels of Vitamin B1 can lead to irritability, brain fog and fatigue. It is found in whole grains, like oats and brown rice hence the emphasis on a balanced diet, Other food sources for Vitamin B1 are beans & lentils. This vitamin is completely lost in processed foods.
- B2 (Riboflavin) – Vitamin B2 is great for skin and eye Health. Not enough B2 in the body can cause cracked lips and never ending sore throats, this is besides light sensitivity. You can enjoy vitamin B2 in dairy products like milk and yoghurt, eggs and almonds.
- B3 (Niacin) – B3 is great for metabolism and again the skin. Not getting enough of B3 in your daily diet can make you feel tired, a lot more anxious and with dry skin. So get your Vitamin B3 from chicken, turkey, peanuts, tuna and salmon.
- B5 (Pantothenic Acid) – Found in avocados, sunflower seeds and chicken, Vitamin B5 works for your skin health & helps in stress management. It also helps support wound healing which reduces forming of scar tissue.
- B6 – Vitamin B6 Provides hormone balance & immunity boost. It also aids in hormone detox and supports serotonin production. I guess chickpeas, bananas and potatoes don't sound that bad anymore.
- B7 (Biotin) – Vitamin B7 also known as Vitamin H and is found in cooked egg yolk, almonds, walnuts and sweet potatoes. Vitamin H is good for hair, skin & nails that's why its often used in beauty supplements, although its also great for pregnancy and helping the body convert food into energy.
- B9 (Folate) – B9 is great for cellular growth, mood boost and focus. It is also important during pregnancy, helping and the formation of red blood cells and prevention of neural tube defects. Folate should not be confused with folic acid and can be found in leafy vegetables specifically, spinach and romaine. It can also be found in lentils, beans and fortified cereals.
- B12 – Also known as Cobalamin, this vitamin is predominantly from foods from animals and it supports energy and nerve health. Shellfish and specifically clams & mussels offer this vitamin. Beef liver also carries this vitamin. Low Vitamin B12 can lead to dizzy spells, fatigue and memory problems. This is common in vegetarians and those people with absorption issues. Vegetarian can find this vitamin in fortified nutritional yeast.
Is there a Vitamin B8?
Yes, “Vitamin B8” is basically Inositol and it is known for helping with hormone balance and mood. The dietary sources for Vitamin B8 include nuts, grains, beans and legumes, seeds, organ meat and fresh fruits specifically: Cantaloupe, which is also the richest dietary source for natural inositol. If you do not like cantaloupes you can find inositol in: Our Maxiliv Panicositol Folic Complex - Hormone Support Supplement which is a women’s supplement with Folic Acid and Inositol both Myo-Inositol and D-chiro inositol
Vitamin C
This is an immune booster that not only helps to fight free radicals, but also boosts collagen, and improves iron absorption. Find Vitamin C in fruits.
Low levels of Vitamin C usually leads to slow healing with bleeding gums and incessant common colds. Try: Maxiliv Collagen Max C, our powerful mix of Vitamin C with collagen peptides for flexible joints, healthy skin and strong immunity.
Vitamin D
Also known as the sunshine vitamin, Vitamin D is important for immunity, bone health, and mood. A lot of people have Vitamin D deficiency because we spend so much time indoors and who wouldn't given the excessive heat around us in summer. So we resort to other sources of Vitamin D like: Fatty fish, cod liver oil, eggs and dairy foods. If that type of vitamin is not enough, we supplement.
For kids: Our Maxiliv Combo K2 D3 Drops for Kids is crucial for calcium absorption as they develop a great bone health.
For adults: We recommend taking it Vitamin D3 with K2 and pairing it with magnesium for better results. Magnesium helps convert Vitamin D supplement into its active form known as calcitriol and together, they lead to strong bones immune function, and muscle relaxation.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is mostly known to protect the skin. However this powerful vitamin also helps with hormone balance, and healing wounds. This vitamin can be found in nuts, seeds, leafy vegetables like spinach, avocados and plant oils. Vitamin E should be in your health goals for glowing skin and reproductive health.
Vitamin K
Vitamin K is amazing for bones and heart health it works hand in hand with Vitamin D to manage calcium absorption and prevent arteries from hardening. They are also the key for blood clotting and bone strength in growing kids. If you don't know the best sources of Vitamin K for kids, check out our Maxiliv Combo K2 D3 Drops for Kids. Small drops offering big benefits.
The key to kids’ health, kids’ growth and kid's immune function depend on good nutrients and not sugary gummies. Make sure they also get: Our multivitamin syrup for Kids, packed with daily nutrients for energy and health especially for picky eaters.
For Adults Feeling “worn out”, if your energy and mood are off, it may be about addressing what's missing instead of just pushing through. Try our Maxiliv CoQ10 effervescent tablets, packed with antioxidants to help against oxidative stress and fatigue.
Final Thoughts:
Your body communicates. Feeling tired, dealing with breakouts, getting irritable, having a weak immune system, and struggling to focus. All these are your body's cry for help and vitamins help you understand. When your body lacks what it needs, it shows by slowing down bodily functions, and often the sight isn't pretty.
This isn’t just getting older or bad luck, it’s often just not getting enough nutrients. Let Makhzan help you fill those gaps with targeted supplements made for real life and real health.
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FAQs
What are the signs of vitamin deficiencies in adults?
Some common signs are feeling tired all the time, mood changes, trouble focusing, dull skin, weak hair, and getting sick often. These could be related to low levels of Vitamin B12, D, C, or folate.
Do kids need vitamins daily?
Absolutely, it’s especially important nowadays with all the processed foods out there. Vitamins like D, K, and the B vitamins are crucial for bone growth, brain development, and keeping the immune system strong. Makhzan’s Multivitamin Syrup for Kids and their Vitamin K2 D3 Drops can really help with these needs
Is there really a Vitamin B8?
Inositol isn’t officially labeled as Vitamin B8, but people often call it that. It helps with balancing hormones, managing mood, and improving insulin sensitivity
What are the 13 vitamins your body needs?
Vitamin A, C, D, E, K, and the 8 B-group vitamins which are B1 (Thiamine), B2 (Riboflavin), B3 (Niacin), B5 (Pantothenic acid), B6 (Pyridoxine), B7 (Biotin), B9 (Folate), and B12 (Cobalamin) are all important for our health. They help boost our immune system, give us energy, keep our skin healthy, support brain function, and contribute to our overall well-being.