Vitamins are organic molecules that are essential for normal health and growth. There are 13 vitamins, including vitamins A, C, D, E, K and the B vitamins. Vitamins must be obtained through foods or supplements as the body cannot synthesize them. They have many important roles like improving immunity, preventing illness, and slowing aging. The document then discusses the sources and roles of specific vitamins like vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, B12, biotin, C, A, D, E, and K.