Vitamins are nutrients that are found in the foods we eat. They’re needed for functions such as growth, metabolism, and nervous system activities. Share on Pinterest Anna Denisova/Getty Images Often, ...

More than 86 percent of American adults regularly take vitamins or supplements, despite recent findings that only about one-quarter of those polled actually need them. That’s according to a 2019 ...

Dear Doctors: I was surprised when a blood test at my annual checkup found I’m low in B vitamins, especially B12. My doctor gave me a shot, and the fatigue that I had been feeling went away. Why is ...

The six basic nutrients your body needs are carbohydrates, protein, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water. A well-balanced diet with all these nutrients can help you live longer and healthier. They ...