Supplements

376. The Overlooked Vitamin You Need to Know About By Constance Weygandt
     A vitamin which has received a lot of interest lately, for a host of reasons, is vitamin D. Various studies have shown the importance of vitamin D in the prevention of aggressive forms of prostate cancer, colon cancer and even skin cancer. It acts as an insulin stimulator to help deter diabetes. It can help to offset the effects of PMS as a regulator of the hormone, estrogen. It boosts seretonin which has been found to help depression. It is also important to understand the role of vitamin D…



377. Eight Glyconutrients By Zane Haderlie
     Glyconutrients- the latest development in the health industry. What are glyconutrients? Is this just a craze or is there actually substantial evidence to their effectiveness. Why are glyconutrients so important to our health and what are the actual health benefits associated with these vital nutrients? You, too, can benefit from the use of glyconutrients in your diet as this new discovery is making headway across the globe.The eight essential saccharides our bodies need are mannose, glucose, g…



378. Green Tea - Discover the Benefits Of This Super Antioxidant By Mayur Vibhakar
     "If we do not find time to take care of our health, we will reluctantly have to find time for our illness" -HippocratesLately there's a lot of buzz in the news and online about green tea and its' health benefits, particularly the role of polyphenols in green tea.Polyphenols are chemical compounds found in fruits, vegetables and green tea and further divided into sub groups called catechins. There are 4 major catechins in green tea of which EGCG ((-)-epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is the most …



379. Vitamin Supplements-Why Should You Take Them? By John Buckle
     The pace of life is much faster than it was in times gone by and as such it's not uncommon for us to start the day in a rush before we get to leave home in the morning. As many of us work longer hours so the benefits of ready prepared food become more appealing and as a consequnce it's unlikely that we give any consideration to just what we are eating or even to contemplate if we are eating the right things.If we had the time it is likely we would discover that our diets are probably deficient…



380. Parkinson's Disease and the Glutathione Discovery By Tara Hart
     If you have Parkinson's Disease, you may have heard whispers about the results people with PD are experiencing by raising their glutathione levels. Their symptoms are vastly diminishing and even disappearing altogether. As the news of glutathione travels around the world, those whispers are becoming a roar.The roar is: Glutathione repairs cellular damage.If you have Parkinson's, the free radical damage to your cells is already very advanced. What's really scary is, it is also likely that you h…



381. Ganoderma - Could It Help In The Treatment Of Cancer? By Terry Dunn
     By definition, Ganoderma is a “mushroom” from the green and vibrant Mycetes plant kingdom where short and tiny fungi that are unable to manufacture their own food like green plants—through photosynthesis—thrive. Within the plant kingdom, Ganoderma Lucidum belongs to a superior grade. Of all the many edible fungi in the kingdom, the Ganoderma mushroom stands out in its significant medicinal values.Although Ganoderma may seem trivial to most people for it leads a parasitic life by breaking down …



382. Saw Palmetto By Allen Martin
     At the rate it’s going, Saw Palmetto will soon be known as the “Robert DeNiro of supplements.”It can play almost any role.This exciting herb, quickly becoming a treasure in the field of health, is proving itself as a multi-talented commodity, a tonic that can act in a number of different ways.Saw Palmetto’s range is astounding. Primarily used as a remedy to various urinary and respiratory problems, the studies out now have concluded that it effectively treats prostate cancer and may even help …



383. Pharmaceutical-Grade Fish Oil In High Doses By Connie Limon
     Fish Oil may be more important to your health and mental creativity than you realize, especially high doses of Fish Oil. To be able to take very high doses of Fish Oil you must choose a Fish Oil brand that is free of impurities and toxins. Do not buy your Fish Oil from health food stores or any type of store and take high doses. It most likely would make you ill. If you refuse to buy the best of Fish Oil and still buy what you find in department stores and health food stores, then please d…



384. What Is Rutin By John Gibb
     Many people wonder, what is rutin? A much talked-about supplement, rutin is a nutrient that we’ve classified as a bioflavinoid. Bioflavinoids have been becoming more and more popular recently, for they have been attributed to a large number of positive health effects. Other bioflavinoids, such as quercitin and hesperidin, are very similar in composition to rutin. Many experts have come to agree that rutin and quercitin in fact “work together” by complementing each other. For this reason, its r…



385. Taurox SB: A Balanced Immune System Leads to Increased Energy By Jeremy Maddock
     Taurox is an excellent way to find true and healthy energy; a new, highly effective formula that boosts your vitality by strengthening and balancing your immune system.Taurox is a homeopathic formulation, composed of the amino acids taurine and beta-alanine, which helps balance the immune system’s cytokine activity. Cytokines are chemical messages which are released by immune cells and stimulate energy and immune system function. Taurox works along with the unique chemistry of immune cells to …



386. Are Glyconutrients for Real? By Karen Walker
     If glyconutrients are for real, why aren't they all over the news? Why haven't we heard about this before? These are just a couple of the skeptical questions encountered when sharing the life changing gift of glyconutrients with others. How do we know the science behind these products is real, and has the scientific community really embraced the field of glycobiology?A look at the numbers and the scientific communities involved in glycobiology reveal clues to what's really going on.The sheer n…



387. Enzyme Supplements for Digestion and Health By Rita Lambros-Segur, M.H.
     Most people understand the concept of vitamin and mineral supplementation, however not many grasp the fact that these are the raw materials and not the workers for implementing health.Indeed, the nutritional supplement industry surpassed $150 billion in sales during 2004. However, without the enzymatic workers, the continued prevalence of degenerative diseases and chronic conditions continues despite the supplement pill popping taking place nowadays.Enzymes are the workers in your body that h…



388. Effective Dietary Supplements for Arthritis Sufferers By Dhiraj Bhikoo
     The effective popular dietary supplements for arthritis sufferers are chondroitin, fish oil and glucosamine. Chondroitin can draw fluid into the cartilage, improving shock-absorbing ability and weight control, as more weight equals more joint pressure. Fish oils help with controlling inflammation in the body. And recent studies have shown that the cartilage-building substance called glucosamine is effective for the long-term relief of osteoarthritis pain. In some people, glucosamine appears …



389. Haven't Heard of the Acai Berry Yet? By Levi Bloom
     You've probably been eating blueberries since you were a little kid. Maybe you've had huckleberries too, which are a little harder to find since they're hand-picked in the wild. (They're not easily cultivated.) But are those the only small, dark berries?The answer is no! There's an even more coveted berry called the acai (ah-sigh-ee) and it comes only from the rainforest. So it's no surprise that is not that well-known here in the USA. But... it is starting to gain popularity, so keep yo…



390. Have You Found IT Yet? By Kristina Haisten
     We are constantly in search of nutritional supplements to improve our health, give us increased energy and help us fight in the battle of aging. What do you focus on in that search?There has been a lot of discussion about the health benefits of antioxidants, phytonutrients, omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids. This article will describe both the benefits of these and a source from nature.AntioxidantsAntioxidants are substances that work against certain particles called free radicals. In…



391. How Colostrum Differs From Herbal Remedies By Jeremy Maddock
     At some time or another, most people have taken some sort of herbal remedy or supplement to help support their body in achieving optimal health. Now, however, you may be considering taking a Colostrum supplement, and wondering how it differs from standard herbal remedies, in the way it works to benefit your body.The primary difference is that herbal remedies and dietary supplements contain plant-based nutrients, which work by nourishing or stimulate the body to produce the results that are nee…



392. Nutritional Supplement - The Good Food, Bad Food Myth By Rolf Rasmusson
     Will common sense ever prevail? We've all seen stories on the news about a new miracle food. “Eat more carrots and your eyesight will improve,” or “Eating raspberries reduces heart disease, cancer, etc...” and what about the reports on wine and alcohol consumption? Is a glass of wine good for your health or bad? It is easy for physicians and the news media to describe foods as good or bad, but most nutritionists realize there are no such things - only good diets and bad diets. Regardless of wh…



393. Nutritional Supplements: The Amazing Vitamin C By R. Edward Jones
     The real facts about Vitamin C may surprise you. First of all what is Vitamin C? Vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin. Unlike the oil soluble vitamins such as A and E, Vitamin C cannot be stored by your body. Since Vitamin C is not stored by your body, we need to get it from our diet or from supplements. But Can't Our Bodies Just Make Vitamin C? Great question! Most animals have the ability to make their own Vitamin C. And make it they do... lots of it. It is estimated that if we had the abil…



394. Appreciating the Importance of Folic Acid By Charlene Nuble
     Folic acid is actually just one of the many vitamins that make up the Vitamin B complex. Also known as folacin and folate, this indispensable nutrient serves the body in more ways than one.While very much important for all age groups, pregnant women are the ones who actually benefit the most from folic acid as well as those who getting past the prime of their lives. However, despite all of its known benefits many people fail to meet the recommended daily intake levels of folic acid which can o…



395. L-Glutathione, The Wonder Antioxidant By Barrett Niehus
     A naturally occurring compound, L-Glutathione (Tathion,) has demonstrated that it is effective in fighting cancer, environmental poisons, and even cataracts. Sound like snake oil? Well, that is what I thought until I started doing research. It turns out that L-Glutathione is one of the most effective antioxidants that our body produces. It works to protect our bodies from the thousands of daily hazards that we are exposed to such as pollution, second hand smoke, alcohol, and food chemicals and…



396. Vitamin B-2 By David Snape
     Riboflavin is a common name for vitamin B-2 and was once known as Vitamin G. You will see Vitamin B-2 described as Riboflavin on the back of vitamin bottles and in other food packaging.An interesting and curious fact about Riboflavin is that it is naturally produced by the bacteria in your gut. Although it may not be produced in sufficient quantities to prevent deficiencies. Intestinal production, however, can reduce the symptoms of a deficient state.Some experts claim that B-2 deficiency is t…



397. Vitamins and Minerals By Andy Casasanta
     Life Giving Vitamins Have you ever thought to yourself, what vitamin is good for which aiment? Well here you go. A complete listing of vitamins, their food source, and their main role.Vitamin A For the maintenance of skin, mucous membranes, bones, teeth, and hair; eye sight. Their sources are: green vegetables, melon, squash, tomatoesVitamin D Helps in the absorbption of calcium and phosphorous; needed for bone growth and maintenance Their sources are: fish-liver oils, sprouted seeds, …



398. Iron and Your Heart Health By Jakki Francis
     A ranch house, a zip lock bag and some ordinary flourTwo experiments:1)Some ordinary wheat flour such as can be found in most homes placed with some water in a zip-lock plastic bag. A magnet is passed over the bag and an extraordinary thing happens - Iron particles start popping out and attaching themselves to the side of the bag, forming clusters of what looked like iron filings.2) The next experiment involves placing a well-known brand of cereal into a bowl of water. The magnet is again pass…



399. An Alternative Look for Quitting Smoking By Stewart Hare
     Smokers are 5 times more likely to suffer from a heart attack in their 30’s and 40’s than non-smokers. Smoking related illness kill 40% of smokers before they reach retirement. Quitting smoking is the most powerful health measure a smoker can take. Risk is directly associated with the number of cigarettes smoked per day.The toxins in tobacco find their way into the bloodstream, which intern affects every organ and tissue in the body. It damages the blood corpuscles, the nervous system and caus…



400. Research on Hyaluronic Acid Knee Injections By Kristy Annely
     Hyaluronic acid, a key component of human tissue, aiding the body’s flexibility, mobility and moisture retention is a popular component of many anti-aging products but can also provide a wealth of benefits in the medical sphere. Recently, in an attempt to find effective treatment methods for arthritis, scientists have found a strong association between levels of Hyaluronic acid and severe knee and hip arthritis known as osteoarthritis or OA.The study, conducted by researches from the Universit…



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