Preface

This book, *Vitamin B and Vitamin E – Pleiotropic and Nutritional Benefits*, is an insightful exploration of a group of essential vitamins that hold the key to optimal human health and vitality. It is a comprehensive overview of the multifaceted world of vitamin B, a critical water-soluble vitamin, and vitamin E, an oil-soluble vitamin, both of which play integral roles in bodily functions and overall well-being. Understanding the importance of these vitamins is paramount in a world where lifestyle choices and dietary habits often fall short of meeting our nutritional needs. The vitamin B complex encompasses a spectrum of vitamins, each with unique properties and contributions to health ranging from energy metabolism to neurological health and from cell division to the synthesis of red blood cells.

This book is organized into three sections. Chapters discuss cellular metabolic reactions in which B vitamins act as cofactors, how B vitamins are supplied primarily through dietary intake, gut health and gut microbiota, vitamin B and its association with the disease pellagra, and the medicinal significance and complications associated with vitamin E deficiency.

The book is designed for a diverse readership, including scholars and researchers in the field of nutrition and health care as well as students and individuals interested in optimizing their wellbeing. Our hope is that the content herein will serve as a valuable resource, empowering readers with knowledge that can positively influence their dietary choices and lifestyle decisions.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the authors and contributors who have shared their expertise and insights, making this book possible. We also express our heartfelt appreciation to our readers for embarking on this educational journey with us.

May this book inspire curiosity, spark intellectual discourse, and pave the way for a healthier, well-nourished world.

Sincerely,

**Dr. Juber Akhtar** Professor, Faculty of Pharmacy, Integral University, Lucknow, India

**Badruddeen, Mohammad Irfan Khan and Mohammad Ahmad** Integral University, Lucknow, India

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Section 1

Role of Vitamin B in Body

Health and Gut Flora

Section 1
