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. 2023 Jun 28;10:1213039. doi: 10.3389/fvets.2023.1213039

Table 5.

Concentration of vitamins in milk of yak (41, 54, 7477).

Vitamins Concentration (mg/L milk) Function in the body
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.