It's not always possible to get the necessary vitamins and nutrients for a daily diet, especially when you're cutting calories to lose weight. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, sales of vitamins and diet supplements rose by...
The human body is not able to naturally produce all of the essential nutrients it requires. You must take in these vital nutrients through the foods that you consume on a daily basis. Fresh foods such as vegetables and fruit contain vitamins which...
Vitamins and supplements are important energy-producing components of a healthy diet. Consuming a diet that includes proper proportions of the major food groups will most likely meet the energy needs of most people. However, some people, including...
Vitamins are an essential part of a healthy diet. However, as more foods become processed, the nutritional content in our meals decreases. Some people try to remedy this by taking supplements. While some supplements do fill in the gaps between...
Vitamins and nutritional supplements come designed to help bolster your nutritional intake and help provide any minerals or vitamins you may not be receiving enough of through your food. Some vitamin supplements contain impure substances like lead...
If your diet is perfect, you get all the vitamins and minerals you need from food. If, like most of us, your diet is less than perfect, you may worry whether you are getting all the vitamins and minerals you need. A vitamin supplement can provide...
Liquid supplements are created by manufacturers to give the user the highest potency of vitamins and minerals possible. Many of the vitamin and mineral supplements in liquid form use a vegetable or fruit base for better taste and absorption. Since...
Vitamins and other nutrients are important to keep your body working correctly, including your heart. While it is important for your health in general to have a well-rounded diet that includes all essential nutrients, the ones particularly...
Anxiety disorders are a common mental health problem in the United States. Anxiety is a normal reaction to a frightening or stressful situation, and anxious feelings typically pass in a short time. If anxious feelings do not subside, you may have...
Your thyroid produces and releases hormones into the body. Located in the neck, this organ helps determine your body's metabolism, according to MedlinePlus. Several known thyroid disorders exist, including hypothyroidism, which is an underactive...
Just as your body requires specific nutrients for health and normal functioning, so does your brain. As one of the most important brain functions, memory formation and retention demand its own set of specific nutrients for optimal functioning....
Women of childbearing age often have trouble meeting the recommended nutritional requirements essential for their health and well-being. This problem becomes aggravated during pregnancy because of the increase in nutritional demands placed on the...
Making the decision to have a baby is a joyful time, although it can also be frustrating if you and your partner don't become pregnant right away. You may need to make lifestyle changes to increase your fertility, including reducing your stress...
Eczema, also known as dermatitis, is associated with redness, itchiness and inflammation of the skin. The causes of eczema include other health conditions, irritants, genetic factors and allergies. Atopic dermatitis, the most common form of...
Collagen is a primary component of nearly all connective tissue within the body including the skin, tendons and ligaments. Collagen needs are increased in response to injuries as it plays a role in scar formation and tissue remodeling, according...
Biotin, also called vitamin B7, belongs to a group of water-soluble vitamins called the B-complex. When biotin enters your body, it dissolves in water and enters directly into your bloodstream. Your body uses what it needs and then excretes the...
Menopause marks the end of a woman's reproductive years. Menopause occurs when the female hormone estrogen declines to a level that stops menstrual cycles altogether. The reduction in estrogen causes symptoms such as hot flashes, insomnia,...
Eye diseases such as macular degeneration can result in damage to the eye and vision loss. Many eye conditions are not curable, so prevention often provides the best effort in retaining good vision. Certain nutrients provide protection against eye...
Losing weight takes hard work and effort; especially when you have a lot of pounds to give up. After making several unsuccessful attempts to lose weight, people often feel compelled to take weight loss vitamins and supplements, also known as "diet...
Eating a healthy, balanced diet that provides a wide range of vitamins and nutrients is highly recommended for any kind of positive, long lasting changes to your body -- achieving longer hair included. Adding vitamins and supplements to your daily...
Menopause occurs in a woman when her menstrual periods cease for a full year. This can happen at any time, but commonly occurs around age 52. At that time, women may experience symptoms such as weight gain, mood swings, hot flashes and a decrease...
When discussing men's health, the subjects of heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, prostate cancer and obesity are often at the forefront. Although the importance of a well-balanced diet and disciplined exercise routine should not...
Whether you are concerned about athletic performance, sexual capacity or overall health, if you're like most men, you don't want to see your abilities decline with age. As men get older, they may begin to see signs of aging not only in their...
While dry skin can be a side effect of a more serious medical condition, most often it is due to poor nutrition. Like any other organ, the skin depends on a proper balance of specific vitamins and nutrients in order to maintain a healthy...
Poor circulation can trigger lethargy and cold skin as well as hypertension, and a number of conditions may cause it. Your physician may suggest a variety of treatments, but you can consume vitamins and other supplements to benefit blood...
Vitamins provide the body with energy for growth, healing and other vital functions. Unfortunately, the typical American diet is deficient in many essential nutrients. Even with a healthy diet, it can be difficult to meet the daily requirement...
The human liver is the largest and one of the most crucial organs in the human body. It is vital for digestion and for cleansing the blood of toxins. The liver is vulnerable to a number of diseases, including cancer, cirrhosis, congenital liver...
Long, healthy hair can seem like an impossible dream at times. Although hair growth and texture is largely determined by genetics, you can maximize your hair potential with a healthy diet full of vitamins and minerals. Vitamin supplements are...
Tears perform functions essential to the overall health and comfort of your eyes. According to the National Eye Institute, a division of the National Institutes of Health, your eyes need tears to keep them moist, clean and free of bacteria that...
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