B complex, the eight B vitamins — B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, B12 — play an important role in keeping our bodies running like well-oiled machines. These essential nutrients help convert our food into fuel, allowing us to stay energized throughout the day. While many of the following vitamins work in tandem, each has its own specific benefits.

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin and powerful antioxidant, it helps the body form and maintains connective tissue, including bones, blood vessels, and skin. Benefits include a stronger immune system, prevention of hypertension, improved mood, helps wounds heal faster, prevents heart disease, and fights lead toxicity.

Glutathione is essential in protecting vision, boosting the immune system, helping turn carbohydrates into energy, healthy skin, and preventing the buildup of oxidized fats that may contribute to atherosclerosis. It is the body’s most abundant natural antioxidant, and affectionately referred to as ‘the mother of antioxidants’.

Zinc is an essential nutrient found in a variety of plant and animal foods, along with supplements. It plays a key role in skin health, immune function, and cell growth and may protect against acne, inflammation, and other conditions.