Iron is an important trace element necessary for the production of red blood cells and adequate oxygen carrying capacity of the blood. Deficiencies can arise from either inadequate dietary intake or excessive loss of iron due to bleeding. Iron...
Approximately 99 percent of the body's calcium is stored in the bones, according to the Merck Manuals Online Medical Library. The remaining 1 percent is divided between the bloodstream and the muscle cells. Calcium is vital for the formation and...
You know vitamin D as the sunshine vitamin. Your body can synthesize it when the sunlight's ultraviolet-B rays hit your skin, and it helps aid in the absorption of calcium, which leads to strong bones. Before it has an impact on the bones, vitamin...
The clotting of blood is an important process that allows your body to stop wounds from bleeding. If your blood clots too quickly or too slowly, however, it can have serious consequences for your health. Vitamin K plays an important role in blood...
While some cases of blood in your urine can be indicative of serious conditions, such as kidney problems, many instances occur as a result of taking aspirin or prescribed medication or engaging in strenuous exercise. While vitamin B-12 deficiency...
Vitamin D is unique among vitamins in that it is possible to do entirely without vitamin D in your diet as long as you get enough exposure to sunlight. The problem is that many people do not, and also do not get enough vitamin D from their diet to...
Magnesium is a metallic mineral that is essential for optimal human health. The Office of Dietary Supplements reports that magnesium is the fourth-most abundant mineral in your body, and half of it is in your bones. Nearly all of the remaining...
In his book "Eat Right for Your Type," author Peter D'Adamo argues that your food choices should be based on your blood type. Type O constitutes 1 of 4 major blood types, the others being types A, B and AB. In general, type O's are meat eaters...
The blood is made up of a number of cell types, each with their own distinct appearance and function within the body. Blood cells develop from a population of stem cells within the bone marrow. These cells divide and mature to give rise to...
Your body relies on red blood cells to transport oxygen to your cells and tissues. To create these red blood cells your body uses a variety of nutrients, including vitamin B-12. When you have a B-12 deficiency, you can develop a form of anemia, a...
Iron deficiency anemia occurs when the body has too little iron to make red blood cells. If you have an iron deficiency, it usually resulted from a bleed somewhere in your body. Women often become slightly anemic from a heavy menstrual flow. A...
Your body uses the potassium that you get from foods in many processes, including blood pressure regulation. Potassium counteracts the effects of sodium, which raises blood pressure by causing fluids to move from cells into the bloodstream. Over...
According to a report from the Mayo Clinic, over 900,000 people in the United States develop life-threatening blood clots each year. Researchers hope to find natural ways to prevent the condition and avoid using treatment medications that come...
It has long been known that vitamin D plays a vital part in maintaining strong bones and teeth. There is new evidence that vitamin D has a crucial role in regulating your immune functions, according to a 2009 paper in "Expert Reviews in Clinical...
Vitamin D deficiency can lead to serious health problems: high blood pressure, rickets, constant muscle pain. Have your vitamin D levels checked periodically, even if you are pretty sure you don't have a deficiency. Certain people are more prone...
Two B vitamins, folate and B-12, help your body produce red blood cells. If you don't get enough folate or vitamin B-12, your blood pressure may become anemic and your blood pressure may drop to below-normal levels. You can treat deficiencies with...
Potassium is a mineral found in a variety of foods you eat. This includes meats, fish, vegetables, fruits and dairy products. Just as potassium is plentiful in the diet, it is plentiful in the body, where it is used to build proteins, keep your...
If you have high blood pressure and you've been diagnosed as iron deficient, the two conditions are probably not related to a single problem with your diet. Different dietary habits may cause iron shortages or excessive blood pressure. An...
According to MayoClinic.com, normal fasting blood sugar levels are between 70 and 99 mg/dL; fasting blood sugar levels between 100 and 125 mg/dL are classified as pre-diabetes; and fasting blood sugar levels over 126 on two consecutive tests are...
Potassium deficiency contributes to high blood pressure. High blood pressure, in turn, is a risk factor for stroke, coronary heart disease and kidney disease. According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, 57 percent of U.S. adults...
Vitamins and minerals are an essential part of keeping the body healthy, and having a deficiency in one or more vitamins can create health issues. Deficiencies in the vitamins D and E have been linked to increased blood pressure. Studies have...
You may need to alter your diet to include more potassium-rich foods or add a potassium supplement to your regimen if you take certain medications for high blood pressure. Potassium is an electrolyte that is involved in numerous cellular and...
Blood pressure is the force exerted by your blood against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps your blood through them. Two measurements are used for blood pressure. The first, called your systolic blood pressure, is taken when your...
If you've noticed that your gums appear inflamed or bleed easily, you may have a vitamin C deficiency. Vitamin C deficiency, also called scurvy, occurs when children and adults don't get the recommended 15 to 120 mg of vitamin C daily. Seek care...
White blood cells, along with red blood cells and platelets, are one of the three key types of cells found in your blood. These play a key role in your body's immune system, and a low white blood cell count makes it harder to fight off infections....
Iron is the most abundant trace mineral in your body. Iron helps transport oxygen throughout the body and helps neurotransmitters in your brain send signals to the rest of your body. Most of the iron in your body, or approximately two-thirds, is...
Zinc is an important mineral required for numerous biological processes in the human body, including growth, development and immune function. Because zinc is required for so many organ systems, a deficiency in zinc can cause a wide range of...
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a condition in which the force at which your blood pumps through your arteries is too strong. This can be the result of an underlying medical condition, stress or a narrowing of the arteries. It can also...
Eating vegetables is good for your blood pressure. In addition to helping maintain a healthy body weight, green vegetables also contain the mineral magnesium, which plays a key role in maintaining cardiovascular health and balancing your blood...
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