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Fri, July 4, 2008 2:00 pm By James Coolridge  Printer friendly version
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 Vitamin C:
Also referred to as ascorbic acid Vitamin C is connected with the health of bones, teeth, hormones, collagen, and blood vessels. It plays an important role in absorbing other important substances, such as iron, calcium, and folacin, and it may help cataracts, cancer, and heart disease. Vitamin C is particularly connected with the strengthening of the immune system and the healing wounds.
Vitamin C deficiency includes:
inflamed gums.
slow wound healing.
stomach disorders.
reduced resistance to colds and infections.
skin problems.
Vitamin D:
Vitamin D can be produced in the body as well as from your diet. The human body can also make vitamin D from direct sunlight, or an ultraviolet light source, hits the skin. Ten to 20 minutes of sun exposure 3 times a week is all thats needed. Vitamin D helps build strong and healthy bones and teeth. A person who does not get enough vitamin D and calcium is at a higher risk for bone mass loss, which is known as osteoporosis.
Vitamin D
Turned into a steroid hormone by the body, vitamin D possesses a crucial connection with gene functioning. It significantly impacts how much calcium the body can absorb, and it is vital for bone density and prevention against osteoporosis. More and more new research finds that D may play an important role in fighting diseases such as colon, breast, and prostate cancers. Due to vitamin D’s importance, it is advisable for everyone to talk with their doctor. A simple blood test can reveal a deficiency.
Vitamin E:
Vitamin E is involved with immune system, DNA, and metabolism maintenance. As an antioxidant, research indicates that it may have a positive effect against cardiovascular disease and cancer. Vitamin E has strong antioxidant properties. The vitamin may protect against heart disease and cancer and improves the way the body uses vitamin A.
Vitamin K:
While involved in protection against osteoporosis, skin wounds, and possibly cancer, Vitamin K significantly helps blood to clot after an injury.Medications, such as antibiotics and blood-thinners, can cause a hindrance. Injuries and illness, such as serious burns, gallbladder problems, and liver disease, may also disturb K levels. While vitamin K shortages are uncommon, particular attention should be given to breast-fed babies and the elderly. Older people are typically known to take more medications, to eat poorly, and to have difficulties forming vitamin K in the intestine.
Tags: Health, Balanced Diet, vitamins, vitamin pills, vitamin binge, vitamin uses, vitamin deficiency
Wed, July 2, 2008 2:00 pm By James Coolridge
 Vitamins work together with enzymes and release energy from digested food and regulate the billions of chemical activities that occur in the body every minute of every day. A balanced diet that includes a wide variety of the main food groups generally provides all the vitamins that your body needs.
But unfortunately today’s food with its contaminations and all is not enough and does not provide adequate amounts of vitamins needed for the proper growth and protection of our mind and body. The only alternate is to take vitamin pills. But this does not mean you go on a vitamin binge as excessive amounts can cause poisoning.
Here is a small guide about the types of vitamin and their uses.
Vitamin A:
Vitamin A helps keep teeth, tissue, membranes, and skin healthy. A is extremely important for eye sight, especially in poor lighting. Studies have indicated that it may be very important for breast-feeding mothers as well.
Because it is found in many foods high in saturated fats and cholesterol, people often unknowingly avoid vitamin A as well. Subsequently, a deficiency may result.
A lack in vitamin A may cause:
rough, dry, or pimply skin
digestive problems
lowered resistance to infections
problems with becoming pregnant
poor growth
improper tooth formation
night blindness
eye disease
Vitamin B:
There are eight separate vitamins in the B family: thiamin (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), niacin, vitamin B6, folate, vitamin B12, biotin, and pantothenic. B vitamins increase energy levels, regulate metabolism, and help create new red blood cells.
A vitamin B deficiency may cause:
fatigue
dizziness
convulsions
mouth sores
nausea
nervousness
hair loss
loss of appetite
depression
Dry and scaly skin
cracks at the corners of the mouth
eye disorders
swollen tongue or gums
sleep disturbances
chest pain
irritation
abdominal discomfort
constipation
stomach upset and nausea
poor memory.
Vitamin B12:
Vitamin B12 helps the body make red blood cells, maintain the nervous system, digest and use fats, carbohydrates, and some proteins for energy and form the neurotransmitters in the brain. Anemia is treated with injections of B12. Vegetarians, their children and the elderly are at risk for vitamin B12 deficiency.
A lacking of vitamin B12 may cause:
anemia
fatigue
very sensitive skin
nerve damage such as tingling sensations and numbness
muscle and nerve paralysis
Tags: Health, Balanced Diet, vitamins, vitamin pills, vitamin binge, vitamin uses, vitamin deficiency
Wed, April 23, 2008 1:22 pm By Brett Roberts
 The bitter end of depression is probably a suicide attempt. You may feel that everything is just worthless and hopeless.
Life is precious, don’t have to end it. You can recover from thought of ending your life. Distance yourself from all the means of suicide. A better lifestyle will surely help you get rid of those pessimistic thoughts. Read on to know more.
• Dump all the bloody weapons from your home.
• Avoid alcohol and other drugs.
• Set realistic goals to achieve. Don’t attempt things that might lead to failure.
• You may not feel to be social. However, try to mingle with your family and friends as much as possible.
• Keep yourself busy doing your favorite things- listening to music, playing a musical instrument, meditating, doing relaxation exercises, reading a book or magazine, taking a warm bath, writing, playing games, watching your favorite DVD or video, gardening, playing with your pet, participating in a hobby, taking a drive or a walk.
• Last but not the least; take care of your physical health. Eat a well-balanced diet.
Tags: Balanced Diet, Alcohol, realistic goals., drugs, suicide attempt, remedy, better lifestyle
Sat, March 15, 2008 10:18 am By James Coolridge
 Having a healthy heart simply means longer life. In the world, most prevalent ailment is of the heart. If that doesn’t alarm you, you aren’t brave, you’re foolish! Given below are 5 important key factors that you can control:
Kick the Ciggie Butt
Thank you for no smoking! It’s your lungs that you are screwing and smokers are at high risk of suffering from heart attacks. If you decide to quit smoking then your risk of heart diseases drops significantly within just one year.
Get Active
Move you lazy bum and your couch potato tummy. Don you running shoes and off you go!
Eat Healthy
Eating a balanced diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy products can assist you in protecting your heart
Watch Your Weight
Putting on weight means you are gaining mostly fatty tissue. The excess fat in your body can lead to conditions that increase your chances of heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes.
Befriend the Doc
Get your regular health check-ups in place. Keep a track of your blood pressure and cholesterol levels
Our lifestyle has become such that tends to make us lazier and leaves us with very little or no physical activity. So next time when you can, shun the elevator, take the stairs!
Tags: Balanced Diet, Heart Attack, Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Smoking
Wed, March 12, 2008 6:50 am By James Coolridge
 Ever wondered why a minor accident and you end up in fracture, loosing one or two bones? That is because you may be having a “silent disease”, that is, osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis (or porous bone) is a disease in which bones become weak and are more likely to break. Without prevention or treatment, osteoporosis can progress without pain or symptoms until a bone breaks (fractures). Fractures commonly occur in the hip, spine, and wrist. Osteoporosis is often not recognized in men. However, if you are feeling that your bones are getting weaker, don’t delay the diagnosis. This is important because osteoporosis is more or less preventable for most people.
Factors increasing the risk of osteoporosis:
A. Cigarette smoking.
B. Excessive alcohol consumption.
C. Inactive lifestyle and advanced age.
Saying “don’t smoke”, will be a bit harsh if you are into the habit. But, to prevent your bones from getting pores in them, it is better not to smoke. Drink in moderation. Exercise regularly. Eat a balanced diet rich in calcium.
This way, you can prevent fractures in your bones and thus, the silent but dreadful osteoporosis.
Tags: Silent Disease, Balanced Diet, Calcium
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