An organic compound that does not provide energy, but supports normal body functioning. Vitamins are made slowly by the body; therefore it is essential that we eat these vitamins in the form of fuel so that we have the small amounts that we need every day. The fat soluble vitamins are Vitamins A, D, E and K, some of the water soluble vitamins are Vitamin C, B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, etc.