tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-73870511657138606022026-02-21T00:14:41.483-08:00Know the vitamins benefits that apply to all of your bodily functions. Keep your body and mind strong and functioning properly with essential vitamins and minerals.C.R. Hayeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08162908430395567951noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7387051165713860602.post-88396150459183652942008-03-12T10:29:00.000-07:002008-03-12T10:40:53.917-07:00

An excellent source of vitamins for energy is the FRS Energy Drink.You could take a daily dose of vitamin B complex, which can give you a boost to some degree. The B12 component of this supplement is used by many to elevate their level of fatigue and tiredness.But, I believe that FRS can offer more to those of many lifestyles, including athletes, dieters, those recovery from illnesses, and

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Every woman should consult her physician before taking vitamins before and after becoming pregnant.While it is true that developing embryos need proper nutrients in order to develope into a healthy baby, not all supplements are recommended. Just as certain, too much of certain vitamins can cause problems.There are recommended prenatal nutrients which all pregnant woman should pay close attention

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The water soluble vitamins include vitamin C and those making up B complex which include B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B6 (pyridoxine), B12 (cobalamin), B15 (pangamic acid) biotin, inositol, PABA, and folic acid.Since they are dissolved by water, they are not stored in our body like the fat soluble vitamins are. Instead, water soluble vitamins are excreted from the body by way of

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Fat Soluble Vitamins are those vitamins which dissolve in fat. They are Vitamins A, D, E, and K. They are absorbed through the small intestines and stored in our fatty tissues and liver cells, then dispensed throughout our body as we need them.A, D, E are typically excreted slower than vitamin k.It is possible for vitamins A and D to accumulate too much in the body and create toxic levels.

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Folate is a natural source of a water soluble B vitamin found in our food.Folic acid, on the other hand, is the synthetic version of folate. This synthetic form is provided as an additive in 'fortified' foods, and is often used in vitamin supplements.Why do we need folate?Folate has many important roles in the proper function of our body. These include:It helps to produce and maintain new

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Did you know that red wine contains extremely large amounts of antioxidants? Contrary to what some may believe, white wine does not have these same high levels.A glass of red wine each day per week is plenty to aid your cardio health and boost your immune system. Drinking too much is definitely not a good thing, so drink in moderation.Red wine is processed from grapes with the skins, unlike

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We all should eat well balanced meals in order to get the proper nutrition for our body. How many of us actually do eat right though?This is where vitamin supplements can help you.Vitamin deficiencies range from being physically tired, loss of appetite, catching colds often, emotionally stressed, canker sores in the mouth, chapped lips, dry skin, and the list goes on.Aside from just plain not

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Free radicals are a fact of life. They can be in everything we consume, including the food we eat, water we drink, and even in the air we breathe. They are found in chemicals, bacteria, parasites, and just about everything we can see and touch. They can damage and literally destroy our good cells, which can lead to serious diseases.Scientific tests have shown that free radicals can cause

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We tend to think of maintaining and strengthening muscles of the arms, legs, back, etc. We work them and nourish them through exercise and eating right.Are you aware of other important muscles in the body? Did you know that the heart is a muscle too? Did you know that our muscles are responsible for holding our internal organs in place? That being said, we have to consider all muscles when we

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By: Tom NuckelsThere is a popular myth that one should avoid all fat in the diet, but there is a category of fats that is necessary for good health.Fatty acids are the building blocks for oils and fats. Those that are necessary for health and can not be manufactured by the body are called essential fatty acids (EFAs). The essential fatty acids are occasionally referred to as vitamin F. These

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Most of us can get enough of our required daily vitamins from the food we eat. This is where you get natural sources of vitamins. Those who are on certain special diets, or simply have poor eating habits may not be so fortunate and therefore should seriously consider taking vitamin supplements to keep your body functioning well.Following are some good, natural sources of B vitamins:B1 (Thiamine

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Women can go through many changes during menopause, both physically and mentally. Not all will experience the same symptoms nor the degree of them. One thing is for certain though, you must make sure your body is receiving the proper nutrients to defend and combat against these changes.Dry skin and changes in eye sight can be issues women face in later years. Vitamin A can help with this, but

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In the news this morning was a story about a breakthrough in the prevention of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. The study found that a lack of vitamin B9 (Folate and folic acid) can triple your risk of developing this terrible disease. Many of us already knew the importance of folate and folic acid to dementia, but this study further confirms it.B9 aids the body in creating new cells. It is

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If you are already suffering with hair loss or afraid that baldness is indeed within your very near future, listen up.Vitamin B is essential for many aspects of human functioning and growth. It is also a very important element which can help you from losing your hair at an early age.Vitamin B3 and Vitmain B6 supplements certainly cannot harm you if you are a heathly individual, and when you take

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One of the major benefits of antioxidant vitamins is that they neutralize the free radicals in our body.What are free radicals? Well, to name a few, free radicals are responsible for degenerative diseases, cancers, heart disease, and poor immune systems. They (free radicals) destroy the good cells in our body.What are antioxidant vitamins? They include vitamins A, C, E, and beta-carotene.

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Vitamin B complex aids skin that may be cracking, bleeding, or prone to lesions (which can be especially dangerous in diabetics). Though hand lotions and cremes serve to hydrate and give some temporary relief, you need to evaluate your diet to make sure you are getting enough B complex daily.Equally important are Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin E, as they keep your skin healthy and help in

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The family of B vitamins (B Complex) aid many of our bodily functions, but today we're going to look specifically at how they help our digestive system.Having a good supply of Thiamin (B1) serves us with a good appetite for eating. Since it also aids our nervous system, it is also important for those involuntary movements of digestion.Niacin (B3) keeps the surfaces of our digestive tract healthy

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Also is known as ascorbic acid, vitamin C plays a very important role in many of the body functions, and is especially beneficial to the defense system.You've probably heard people say to "drink plenty of orange juice" when you get a cold. OJ is one of the many natural sources of this defense fighting compound. It helps to fight off foreign substances that invade the body, and it strengthens

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Vitamin D helps our body in absorbing calcium, which is necessary for good bone and teeth structure. Bone structure is important to us all, but it is especially important for beginning and older life stages.Pregnant women should be sure to consume enough bone vitamins and minerals to aid their baby's development. Once the child is born, proper daily nutrition is essential for these and all

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Vitamin K is one of the important fat-soluble vitamins that plays significant role in blood coagulation. Our body stores vitamin K and other fat-soluble vitamins in fatty tissues. Vitamin K deficiencies are rare in practice; however, it is mostly prominent as one of the apparent side effects of long-term antibiotic treatment.Sources of Vitamin KVitamin K is abundant in green leafy vegetables such

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It is estimated that the body can absorb liquid vitamin supplements approximately 5 times faster than the pill form. Of course, everyone's body reacts differently, so that is merely an estimate.The fact is, liquid is much easier to swallow, thus many people are more likely to take their supplemental vitamins in this form. Myself, I hate taking pills of any kind, so taking a swig is part of my

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Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) is a part of B Complex, is essential for producing niacin, and is important for every function of the body. It works best in combination with B6, C and niacin.If you experience a lot of stress in your life, it is recommended that you consume extra B2 in either the foods you eat or from supplements.Excessive use of alcohol, tobacco, refined sugars and caffeine can also

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Anti aging vitamins are among many products being pitched today to keep us young and healthy. We would all like to slow down the aging process, wouldn't we?Let's see how vitamins can help us.First of all we need to keep our immune system strong. Antioxidants, especially vitamins A, C, E, beta carotene, and selenium can boost immunity. You should also be sure to ingest adequate amounts of zinc

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People who are more prone to vitamin B12 deficiency are strict vegetarians, those who consume high protein diets, people who consume alcohol on a regular basis, and the elderly (because of their low ability to absorb it).Symptoms may include:heart palpitationanemiaweaknessfatigueconfusionmenstrual problemsmouth sores and cracksnervousnessloss of appetitenumbness in feet and handsbody

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Acne treatment can be a matter of taking the necessary vitamins, getting proper nutrition, and regularly cleansing to get your condition under control. All three of these are equally important to the skin, so there may be no need for acne medication from a physician.Most, but not all, teenagers go through a phase where pimples can be a problem. It might be a mild problem or a severe enough

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