Reference entries for vitamins and minerals: what each one does, the UK reference intake by age and sex, what deficiency looks like, and where to find each nutrient in food.
All 29 nutrient entries are checked against NHS, SACN, and EFSA guidance. The lists below group them the way the body uses them. For the broader picture of how vitamins and minerals work together, the overview article is the Vitamins and Minerals guide.
Vitamins (fat-soluble)
Vitamins (water-soluble)
Vitamin-like nutrients
Minerals (macrominerals)
Minerals (trace minerals)
Looking for the big picture? The Vitamins and Minerals guide explains how the 13 vitamins and the minerals fit together, where most UK adults actually fall short, and the honest NHS position on whether you need a multivitamin.