Daily Required Vitamins Vitamins are a class of trace organic substances that must be obtained from food in order to maintain normal physiological functions in humans and animals, and play an important role in human growth, metabolism and development. Sources of Vitamin D: Proper sun exposure, fortified cereals, Vitamin D supplements Vitamin D deficiency can lead to joint diseases such as osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis. Vitamin D activates T-lymphocytes, which are targeted to kill abnormal or foreign cells. It also prevents many chronic diseases related to inflammation: such as tumors, autoimmune diseases and cardiovascular diseases. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) Sources: green peppers, red peppers, citrus fruits tomatoes, broccoli; Vitamin E (moderated fertility three-fourths) Sources: fortified cereals, almonds, sunflower seeds Studies have shown that supplementation with vitamins C and E in people with impaired fasting glucose resulted in significant reductions in the inflammatory signaling molecule in the bloodstream, TNF-alpha (Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha). L-carnitine sources: meat, poultry, fish and house products L-carnitine is a free radical scavenger naturally occurring in the meter that promotes the transport and oxidation of fatty acids. Studies have shown reductions in the inflammatory markers CPR and IL-6 levels after 3 months of acetyl L-carnitine (dietary supplement). Coenzyme Q10 sources: meat, poultry, fish and soy Data suggests that a Mediterranean diet that increases coenzyme Q10 significantly reduces the expression of pro-inflammatory genes. Grape Seed Extract (GSE) Source: Grapes GSE significantly reduces CRP (C-reactive protein, an inflammatory marker) levels in patients with type 1 diabetes. Freeze-dried grape powder similarly reduces TNF-α (tumor necrosis factor-α) levels. Theaflavins Source: Black tea, Oolong tea Experiments in rats have shown that theaflavins can reduce the release of inflammatory mediators (cytokines) and alleviate the symptoms of arthritis.