Table 5.
Vitamins | Concentration (mg/L milk) | Function in the body |
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Vitamin A | 0.6–1.2 mg | Necessary for vision, immune function, and cellular communication. |
Vitamin D | 0.005–0.015 | Helps with the absorption of calcium and phosphorus and supports bone |
Vitamin E | 1–6 | Acts as an antioxidant and supports immune function. |
Vitamin K | 0.002–0.006 | Necessary for blood clotting and bone health. |
Vitamin B1 | 0.2–0.6 | Helps convert carbohydrates into energy, and plays a role in nerve function. |
Vitamin B2 | 1.2–2 | Helps convert food into energy and supports healthy skin and eyes. |
Vitamin B3 | 0.1–0.25 | Plays a role in energy production and helps maintain healthy skin and nerves. |
Vitamin B5 | 0.2–0.5 | Plays a role in energy metabolism and hormone production. |
Vitamin B6 | 0.3–0.6 | Helps with the metabolism of amino acids and supports nervous system function. |
Vitamin B9 | 0.005–0.015 | Plays a role in DNA synthesis and supports healthy fetal development. |
Vitamin B12 | 0.2–0.6 | Necessary for nerve function and red blood cell production. |