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Benefits of Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a very popular treatment for colds and flus because it is well known for boosting the immune system.
• benefits vitamin c
• ascorbic acid
• overdose
• symptoms
• vitamin c deficiency
Choosing a Prenatal Vitamin
Choosing a prenatal vitamin is not as easy as it seems. Here are the most popular questions women have about taking prenatal vitamins during pregnancy.
• prenatal vitamins
• questions and answers
• nutrients
• folic acid
• pregnancy
Vegetarian Nutrition
With a little planning, it's easy to get enough protein, iron, calcium and vitamins D and B12 without eating meat.
• vegetarian nutrition
• vegan nutrition
• vegetarian protein
• vegetarian calcium
• vitamin supplements
Uses of Vitamin E
Vitamin E is commonly used topically on scars, but this great fat-soluble vitamin does so much more inside the body.
• uses vitamin e
• alpha-tocopherol
• alpha delta beta gamma compounds
• best sources of vitamin e
• cold pressed oils
Vitamin K: Nature's Band-Aid
Vitamin K, or phylloquinone, is often found in topical creams used to minimize dark circles and spider veins.
• vitamin k facts
• phylloquinone
• benefits of probiotic foods
• deficiencies
• benefits
Vitamins and Alcohol Consumption
Everybody talks about achieving optimum health but rarely do we broach the subject of drinkers who need to increase their vitamin intake to compensate for what they lack.
• drinking
• binge drinking
• alcoholism
• nutrition
• vitamins
A is for Autumn and Vitamin A
Need a boost in your immune system? This beta carotene-rich pumpkin bread is sure to do the trick!
• pumpkin bread
• immune system
• vitamin a
• beta carotene
• cooking
An Introduction to Vitamins
A brief overview of vitamins, their purpose and actions. A forerunner to a long series covering each vitamin and mineral, what they do, how, and where to obtain them.
• vitamin
• mineral
• precurssor
• recommended daily allowances
Grouping Vitamins
How to and not to group vitamins together.
• vitamin groups
• grouping
• minerals
• interactions
Karla's Tips - Vitamins and Minerals
Karla continues her answers to questions on natural meds. Find out the answers to her most frequently asked questions on Vitamins and Minerals.
• anxiety
• panic
• vitamins
• minerals
• alternative
Riboflavin - vitamin B2
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) is described, deficiency symptomology is explored, and some recent research is explained.
• riboflavin
• vitamin b2
• uses of b2
• symptoms of loss.
Special Vitamin Needs
The special vitamin needs of men, women, and children of all ages.
• vitamin
• minerals
• needs
• healthy
• men
Vegetarian Sources for Key Vitamins - Part One
When choosing the vegetarian lifestyle, you must be careful to maintain your essential vitamin stores. Read on to find out where to get key vitamins from non-meat sources.
• vitamins
• minerals
• vegetarian
• health
• women
Vegetarian Sources for Key Vitamins - Part Two
Part Two of our look at vegetarian sources for essential vitamins. This week we explore more key nutrients and their non-meat sources. We love those green, leafy vegetables!
• vitamins
• minerals
• vegetarian
• health
• women
Vitamin A
What is Vitamin A, what is it used for, and how much should we take?
• retinol
• carotene
• toxicity
• use
Vitamin A (continuation)
<P> A is an important vitamin. It is part of an antioxident group that aids in alleviation of numerous complaints and new research is showing more uses with each new study.
• vitamin a - beta carotene - leukoplakia - breast c
Vitamin A - the myths and the truths.
Lay people know alot about vitamin A, but what they don't know or have forgotten will fill volumes. This is a brief overview of the vitamin and its functions.
• follicular keratinosis
• deficiency
• symptoms
• uses
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
Vitamin B1 (thiamin) is an essential part of the B-complex vitamin system. This article briefly examines its uses, sources, and what occurs when there is a deficiency.
• thiamin
• thiamine
• sources
• uses
• deficiency
Vitamin D
See where you get the best sources of Vitamin D and what it can do for you.
• vitamin d
Vitamin E
Learn about Vitamin E: what it is used for, how much to take, what foods to find it in.
• vitamin e
• food
• health
• vitamins
Vitamin F
Learn about vitamin F is and does and where you can get it.
• vitamin f
• saturated
• unsaturated
• fatty
• acids
What is A Vitamin?
Vitamins are essential for health and growth of a living organism. Without the proper amount, the body does not assimilate any of them, and can't effectively do it's job. We will explain exactly what a vitamin is and where to find them.
• vitamin
• health
• minerals
• body
• disease
Am I Pregnant?
If you think you might be pregnant, there are signs of early pregnancy that can help you identify whether or not you are pregnant. Why do women often mistake them?
• signs of pregnancy
• pregnancy tests
• prenatal vitamins
• hcg
• pregnancy week by week
Basic Supplements
Supplements can be helpful in bridging gaps in our diet.
• supplements
• vitamins
• minerals
• calcium
• diet
Enjoying healthy mushrooms
Mushrooms are not only delicious, they are also an excellent source of B vitamins and selenium and contain a powerful antioxidant.
• mushrooms
• antioxidants
• vitamins
• recipe
• fibre
Root Vegetables-Health Benefits
Root vegetables are delicious and packed full of precious vitamins and minerals. Check out the health benefits and best methods of cooking to retain the goodness.
• root vegetables
• health benefits
• essential nutrients
• vitamins
• minerals
Ways to Cope with Morning Sickness
The vast majority of women experience some degree of morning sickness. Learn how to manage morning sickness as well as watch for warning signs.
• morning sickness
• nausea
• pressure points
• craving
• prenatal vitamins
Alzheimer's Drugs -- Part One
First in a four part series of articles on Alzheimer's drugs.
• alzheimers
• drugs
• drug therapy
• vitamin e
• selegilene
Antioxidants The Road to Health
This article talks about antoxidants what they are and why they are good for you. It will help you to improve your health and prevent disease.
• antioxidants
• antioxidant vitamins
• health
• disease prevention
Are Supplements Really Necessary?
Do we really need supplements? And if so, how do we know which ones, how much, or what brand? Here's a breakdown of all you need to know.
• vitamin
• mineral
• supplement
• pill
• rda
Asparagus
Cooking new season's asparagus.
• asparagus
• folic acid
• folate
• vitamins
• white asparagus
Cataracts and Alzheimer’s Disease
Cataracts and Alzheimer's have been linked with antioxidant deficiencies, including Vitamin A, Carotenoid (Spinach), Vitamin C, Glutathione (Asparagus), and Selenium.
• cataracts
• alzheimer’s disease
• antioxidants
• glutathione
• asparagus
Choline
Find out all you can about Choline and what effects it has on your body.
• choline
• vitamin
Eating Better Part Three- Eating 101
The third and final article in the series Eating Better. The basics on eating. Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins, Water, Vitamins and Minerals.
• fat
• protein
• carbohydrate
• water
• vitamin
Eating Better Part Two- Evaluating Your Diet
This is second part of the series on eating better. The first part was on getting started. This article is on evaluating your diet.
• food guide pyramid
• phytochemicals
• phytonutrients
• fat
• carbohydrates
Folic Acid
Learn the goods and bads of Folic Acid
• vitamin
• folic acid
• supplement
Food as Medicine
There is a saying in Chinese medicine that, "The superior doctor first tries to cure disease with food and if that fails only then should other means be used". For this reason TCM doctors always ask about the eating habits of their patients, regardless of their complaint.
• diet
• food
• vitamins
• minerals
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Got Veggies?
Shunning those carrots and peas? Think again!
• bodybuilding
• health
• nutrition
• vegetables
• diet
Growing kiwifruit
Kiwifruit provide healthy vitamin C during winter and are easy to grow in the home garden.
• kiwifruit
• chinese gooseberries
• kiwis
• vitamin c
• winter fruit
Healthy Drinks for Hot Summer Days
Make deliciously healthy drinks using your favourite fruit juice and black, green or Rooibos teas. Find out which blends taste best and why they are all so good for you.
• healthy drinks
• fruit juice
• iced tea
• green tea
• rooibos tea
Idiopathic Hypoparathyroidism
This article describes the diagnosis, symptoms, manifestations, and treatment of autoimmune hypoparathyroidism.
• hypoparathyroidism
• parathyroid
• pth
• vitamin d
• calcium
Just Get Yourself High
"Don't rely on us to get you high; just get yourself high." Great advice from the Chemical Brothers--how's a healthy, law-abiding, dance music festival goer to comply?
• get yourself high
• energy up
• chemical brothers
• dance music
• energy supplements
Luteal Phase Defect
Luteal phase defect is one of the main reasons miscarriages occur. There are a number of measures that can be taken to lengthen the luteal phase and thus promote a healthy pregnancy.
• luteal phase
• ovulation
• progesterone
• vitamins
• breastfeeding