vitamins

The Vitamin Bs are a family of vitamins known most generally as B Complex.  These include a host of different forms of B vitamin and though they are related they also have different specific functions in the body.

Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin that has a variety of important health effects.  Vitamin A is also known as retinol because it is responsible for making the pigment in the eye’s retinas.  Vitamin A is therefore often known for its importance to vision, but it is also essential to a variety of other bodily functions.

According to a recent study, low levels of vitamin D are associated with an increased risk of allergies in children and adolescents.  While the study did not find a correlation between adult allergies and vitamin D levels, for the younger population this correlation was found to be significant.

Losing weight can be a difficult process, especially if you are struggling with decisions about what to eat and what to avoid.  Yet, one of the best ways to integrate weight loss into your regular life is to just keep it simple and eat what you know is healthy.  Instead of fad diets or calorie counting plans, sticking to the basics of healthy eating and avoiding greasy, fried and proc

B vitamins are an important supplement and dietary requirement for all, but for athletes they may be even more essential.  According to recent research, the recommended daily amount or RDA of the vitamin B family may not be sufficient for those engaged in intense physical performance exercises, namely athletes.

Serotonin is the hormone responsible for sending happy signals to the brain.  This hormone functions to regulate the mood and can therefore be responsible for a large segment of how we feel day to day.  Because serotonin is so essential to our mood, it can also be a help or a hindrance to our diet plans.

Co-Enzyme Q 10 refers to a chemical group within the quinone family.  The ten refers essentially to the number of isoprenyl units in the tail of this chemical.  Co-Enzyme Q 10 is more commonly known however as a vitamin. 

Vitamin K doesn’t get nearly as much attention as the rest of the vitamin family, but this group of vitamins merits a closer look. The group of vitamins we know as Vitamin K are also referred to as naphthoquinones. Each vitamin within the group is unique in some way, vitamin K1 for example is mostly found in plants, while the human body creates K2 all on its own.

Your body’s metabolic rate is probably the most key factor to whether you’ll lose or gain weight over a given period. You have to eat; starving yourself is no way to lose weight. Rather what you need to do is take steps to boost your metabolism so your body burns more calories than it otherwise would.

Injections of B-12 vitamins, often referred to as Cobalamin injections, serve many purposes. Many people take these injections for reasons ranging from anemia, stress, lack of energy, or as an aid in weight loss.

The avocado is a rich source of vitamins and minerals and it tastes delicious too.  Although avocados can sometimes get a bad rap for being a little on the higher side of fat, they have so many diverse benefits that eating them in moderation shouldn’t be dismissed.  If of course you are on a strict weight loss diet you may want to forgo this delicious treat

Cold sores, sometimes known as fever blisters, are caused by the Herpes Virus.  Cold sores are a result of Herpes Simplex virus 1 (HSV-1), which though related to Herpes Simplex II, the Sexually Transmitted Infection, is different.  The cold sore virus can last in the body for anywhere up to three weeks at a time but live permanently in a dormant state in the body for carriers.

Sunflower Seeds are one of those unsung heroes of the nutritional world; they are cheap, readily accessible, available all year round, and immensely nutritious. They have especially high levels of some of the most important nutrients for human beings.

Hair care is a vital part of any beauty regime, but many of us fail to pay due attention to our coif.  Even if you’ve spent a good size portion on a great cut, fabulous stylist and expensive shampoos and conditioners you may be missing some of the most important steps to great hair. 

Sore throats are not only painful but can be exceedingly annoying. Although they obviously aren’t a symptom severe enough to merit immediate medical attention, they can have a very negative effect on your daily life. There are numerous causes of sore throat, including viruses, bacteria, cigarette smoke, sinus drainage, allergies, and sudden changes in temperature.

Stevia, also known as sweet leaf, sugar plant, or sugar leaf, is an herb which grows natively in tropical and subtropical South America, but is currently grown all over the world. The plant grows like a shrub, only reaching a height of about four feet, and can be cultivated rather easily because of its natural insect repelling qualities.

Antioxidants have always been around, but have become a craze in the nutritional industry in recent years. You’ve undoubtedly heard something about them, probably some product boasting about the large quantity of antioxidants it contains.
   

A recent medical study confirmed that differences between individuals in both health and lifestyle can have an impact on how much vitamin D they need.  According to the study conducted by the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), a preliminary model will now be able to predict an individual’s vitamin D requirements.

Although cabbages aren’t up there on the sexiest vegetable option list, they are nevertheless some of the best low calorie, high nutrient foods around.  Although the mighty cabbage has generally received short shrift by health and nutrition fanatics, this certainly does not reflect upon the cabbage’s effectiveness as a health and wellness staple.

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Until recently the importance of sea vegetables has been largely overlooked. In more recent years however more and more people are realizing the benefits of sea vegetables for their health.

According to a recent study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, researchers have found that low levels of vitamin D are associated with lesser lung function.  Not only this, but lower levels of vitamin D in children have been found to be linked to a higher incidence of asthma and the use of asthma medications such as corticosteroids.

Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae, found in both fresh water and sea areas.  Spirulina is the common name of the algae produced from two species of cayanobacteria, Arthrospira maxima and Artrhospira plantensis. 

Memory lapses are sometimes nothing more than a nuisance, for instance when you are trying to remember the title of that book, but the name escapes you or when you’ve forgotten where you put your keys again.  However, memory problems can be a result of more serious problems and can cause a great deal of anxiety and confusion for those suffering from recurrent memory problems.  Even wh

Approximately 32 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies associated with Hay Fever.  Hay fever, otherwise known as allergic rhinitis, is an allergenic response to pollen or mold.  These irritants affect the nasal passages, the eyes, and the airways.  Symptoms can vary in severity but they often include sneezing, red itchy eyes, fatigue, nervousness, watery discharge from

Supermarket lighting not only keeps your spinach fresh but it can also help produce new vitamins, according to U.S. Government researchers. These surprise findings may apply to other fresh produce and may offer insights on how we can keep our produce fresher for longer periods of time.

Having beautiful clear skin is something that most of us aspire to.  However, it can be easier said than done.  Despite expensive creams, cleansers and lotions, if you are not feeding your skin from the inside out than you can say goodbye to that natural glow.  Even whe

Boils, otherwise known as furuncles by medical physicians are pus-filled nodules that appear on the skin that are a result of a Staphylococcus aureaus bacterial infection.  Deep in the portion of a hair follicle the infection begins.  It can also begin in the sebaceous gland and work its way up to the skin’s surfa

Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinus tissue in the nasal passages.  These passages consist of a set of four openings in the bones of the skull.  This network is like the plumbing system of the head.  Sinuses are located above the eyes, on either side of the nose, behind the bridge of the nose, in the upper nose

Most people have on occasion experienced some sort of eye problems.  Be it dry eyes, tired bloodshot eyes, itchy or irritated eyes, our eyes will generally tell us when they are not getting the care they need.  Water and itchy eyes can therefore be a sign of allergies, while dark circles can tell us we are not getting enough sleep. 

The look and feel of your nails can often be a big indicator of your overall health.  Nails exist to protect the nerve-rich fingertips.  They act as a substructure o the epidermis and they are made from a type of protein called keratin.  The nail bed is the skin on top of which the nails grow.  If a full nail is lost, it can take approximately seven months to grow out fully.