While vitamin D is naturally present in only a few food sources, eating fortified foods and frequent exposure to UV radiation from the sun are generally sufficient to meet daily intake requirements. When intake of vitamin D is deficient, either...
Vitamin D helps the digestive system absorb calcium. This vitamin also aids in bone growth, and with vitamin D deficiency, a person may have brittle bones, explains the National Institutes of Health. Children and adults age 50 and under require 5...
The University of Maryland Medical Center explains that vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that your body can only manufacture by itself when exposed to sunlight. However, many people do not get enough regular sunlight exposure to yield sufficient...
Vitamins are compounds that the body needs for normal functioning. Supplements are intended for use along with an incomplete diet and not in place of a balanced diet. An HCG protocol is a diet that combines very low-calorie consumption with a...
Combining vitamin D and calcium supplements is an efficient way to support bone health and prevent or treat osteoporosis. Scientists from Netherlands report in the scientific journal “Best Practice and Research. Clinical Endocrinology and...
Paxil is an antidepressant drug prescribed to those with symptoms of moderate to severe depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. Paxil is not a drug that provides any vitamins or minerals to the body....
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning your body can store it within your fatty tissues. This vitamin is important as it supports you immune system, your body weight and your bones by aiding in your absorption of certain minerals such as...
If you eat a healthy diet full of fruits, vegetables, dairy products, whole grains and lean protein sources, chances are good that you are getting all of the vitamins and minerals you need each day. Your doctor, however, may recommend a...
Vitamin D is a vital nutrient for bone formation and strength. Because it can be difficult to get through diet alone, some people may need to take supplements to meet the recommended daily intake. Like any supplement, you may experience adverse...
In November 2010, the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies tripled the dietary reference intake for vitamin D, changing the DRI from 200 IU a day to 600 IU a day for most adults. This change was based on over 1,000 studies and reports,...
Vitamin E is an oily, fat-soluble substance. In fact, some of the foods that provide good fats and oils -- almonds, sunflower seeds and olive oil -- are sources of this nutrient. Unless your doctor determines a need and recommends supplementation,...
Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin that is necessary for calcium metabolism as well as proper bone growth and maintenance. Although vitamin D is synthesized in the skin from sunlight exposure and obtained through vitamin D rich foods, such as...
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that the body can manufacture itself. However, the body does not usually produce enough Vitamin D and you must rely on sunlight and food intake to obtain enough Vitamin D, according to the Mayo Clinic. The...
Opponents of vitamin supplementation suggest we get enough vitamins by consuming a well-balanced diet. Some supplements are not scientifically validated to be effective or may even be harmful due to lack of proper regulation and adequate testing....
Vitamin D is primarily derived from food sources such as fish, eggs, milk and cod liver oil. Vitamin D can also be obtained from the sun. It supports essential bodily functions like maintaining healthy levels of calcium and phosphorous. The...
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is not found in many natural foods; therefore, it is available as a dietary supplement to help prevent deficiency in people who do not get enough of the vitamin from other sources. Vitamin D is essential for...
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is only present in a few select foods, such as fish and eggs, though it is added to other foods. Vitamin D is also produced by your body when exposed to the ultraviolet rays of the sun. Vitamin D helps...
Getting adequate amounts of vitamin D, a fat-soluble vitamin synthesized in the skin when exposed to sunlight and also available in some foods, often requires taking supplements. Vitamin D helps maintain strong bones and may also play a part in...
An A-Z vitamin, also known as a multivitamin, helps to supplement the diet with the vitamins necessary for good health. Many adults might not be meeting the recommended daily amounts of vitamins, and an A-Z vitamin can help fill in any gaps. Dr....
Vitamin D is a naturally occurring nutrient most frequently obtained through sunlight exposure. Health professionals with the University of Maryland Medical Center recommend that adults under the age of 50 receive 5 mcg of vitamin D daily, while...
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin stored in your body's fatty tissues, which occurs in few foods and is primarily obtained through skin exposure to sunshine --- one reason it's called the "sunshine vitamin." Recent research has indicated that...
Vitamin supplements, also known as dietary supplements, are intended to supplement your diet, not replace it. Vitamin supplements do not contain all of the nutrients you get eating a variety of nutrient-rich whole foods every day. However, if you...
Your body needs certain vitamins to keep your energy levels at their best. The B vitamins in particular are essential for the regulation of your metabolism and turning the food you eat into energy. However, unless you are deficient in one of these...
Cod liver oil contains two essential vitamins plus healthy omega-3 fatty acids important for cardiovascular health. If you combine cod liver oil with vitamin supplements, you risk developing vitamin poisoning. Cod liver oil's fat-soluble vitamins...
Calcium and vitamin D are needed to build and maintain healthy bones and teeth. Calcium is a mineral, and vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin. Both calcium and vitamin D are available as dietary supplements you can take to increase your intake of...
Many Americans swallow a handful of assorted vitamin and mineral supplements every day in an effort to ward off disease and maintain a strong body. But these supplements aren't magic; they have their limitations and can even be dangerous when...
Vitamin B complex supplements contain multiple B vitamins, commonly including vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B3 (niacin), vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), vitamin B12 (cobalamin) and folic acid....
Lexapro is a form of the generic drug citalopram, specifically the s-isomer. Citalopram is sold under the brand name Celexa. Both Celexa and Lexapro are antidepressants that work as selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors. Because the action of...
Vitamins and minerals are important parts of your diet. These substances are needed in relatively small amounts to keep your body working properly. If you do not eat a balanced and varied diet, either due to poor eating habits or dietary...
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