Vital Facts about Vitamins – 5

Vitamin B12  

Necessary for  all cells to function properly.  May protect against heart diesease and nerve damage.

 

salmon_fillet

 

How Much?

Where?                                        % U.S. RDA

Salmon, broiled, 3 oz                                      82 %

Ground beef, lean, broiled, 3 oz                     37 %

Pork loin, lean, broiled, 3 oz                           15 %

2% milk, 1 c                                                     15 %

Cheddar cheese, 1 oz                                        4 %

Vital Facts about Vitamins – 3

Niacin

Vital for energy release from foods.  Important for healthy skin, mouth and nervous system.  Sometimes used to help lower blood cholesterol.

 

peanuts

                                                                                             

                                                                     How Much?

Where?                                           % U.S. RDA

Tuna, waterpacked, 3 oz                                55 %

Chicken breast, roasted, 3 oz                         59 %

Salmon, broiled, 3 oz                                      28 %

Peanuts, roasted, ¼ c                                      26 %

Ground beef, lean, broiled, 3 oz                     21 %