The B Vitamins

There's more than one B vitamin. Here's the list: B1, B2, B6, B12, niacin, folic acid, biotin, and pantothenic acid. Whew - that's quite a group! The B vitamins are important in metabolic (say: meh-tuh-bah-lik) activity - this means that they help make energy and set it free when your body needs it. So the next time you're running to third base, thank those B vitamins. This group of vitamins is also involved in making red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout your body. Every part of your body needs oxygen to work properly, so these B vitamins have a big job.


Which foods are rich in vitamin B?

+ whole grains, such as wheat and oats
+ poultry and meats
+ eggs
+ dairy products, like milk and yogurt
+ leafy green vegetables
+ beans and peas
+ citrus fruits, such as oranges