Vitamins and Deficiency Diseases: Complete Vitamin Chart, Sources, Functions & Exam Notes (SSC, UPSC, PCS)

Overview

This comprehensive NotesLover study material covers the complete concept of vitamins, their classification, functions, sources, chemical names, deficiency diseases, important mnemonics, and exam-oriented facts. The notes are specially designed for SSC, UPSC, State PCS, Railways, Banking, CDS, CAPF, Teaching Exams, NEET, and other competitive examinations. The content follows a bilingual (English + Hindi) format with quick revision tables, one-liners, and frequently asked exam questions for efficient preparation and revision.

Topics Covered

1. Introduction to Vitamins

• What are Vitamins?
• Importance of Vitamins
• Role in Human Body

2. Classification of Vitamins

• Fat-Soluble Vitamins (A, D, E, K)
• Water-Soluble Vitamins (B Complex, C)
• Mnemonic: ADEK

3. Complete Vitamin Chart

• Vitamin
• Chemical Name
• Major Sources
• Deficiency Diseases

4. Vitamin A (Retinol)

• Functions
• Sources
• Deficiency Diseases
  • Night Blindness
  • Xerophthalmia

5. Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)

• Functions
• Sources
• Deficiency Disease
  • Beriberi

6. Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

• Functions
• Sources
• Deficiency Diseases
  • Cheilosis
  • Cracked Lips

7. Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

• Functions
• Sources
• Deficiency Disease
  • Pellagra
• 3 D's of Pellagra
  • Dermatitis
  • Diarrhea
  • Dementia

8. Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

• Sources
• Functions
• Deficiency Symptoms

9. Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

• Sources
• Functions
• Deficiency Disease
  • Anemia

10. Vitamin B7 (Biotin)

• Sources
• Functions
• Deficiency Disease
  • Dermatitis

11. Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)

• Sources
• Functions
• Deficiency Disease
  • Megaloblastic Anemia

12. Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)

• Sources
• Functions
• Deficiency Disease
  • Pernicious Anemia

13. Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

• Functions
• Sources
• Deficiency Disease
  • Scurvy

14. Vitamin D (Calciferol)

• Functions
• Sources
• Deficiency Diseases
  • Rickets
  • Osteomalacia

15. Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

• Functions
• Sources
• Deficiency Disease
  • Muscle Weakness

16. Vitamin K (Phylloquinone)

• Functions
• Sources
• Deficiency Disease
  • Excessive Bleeding

17. Deficiency Disease Master Chart

• Disease → Vitamin Mapping
• Quick Revision Table

18. Important Exam One-Liners

• Most Asked Facts
• SSC/UPSC Revision Points

19. Mnemonics & Tricks

• ADEK
• 3 D's of Pellagra
• Vitamin Memory Tricks

20. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Most Repeated Competitive Exam Questions

21. Quick Revision Section

• Last-Minute Revision Notes
• Exam Booster Facts