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They also boost the happiness of the intended pokemon. And it helps with Effort Values, although I don't know the extent of importance since there wasn't Wifi back then.
Vitamins add 10 EVs for whatever stat they increase to that Pokemon, from what I understand. Next time you have a question, please use the corresponding Q&A thread. Thanks.