- You are here:
- Skin, Hair & Nails
- Blog
Article search
Featured on health, vitamins and supplements
For many Americans, getting the recommended daily amount of nutrients can be challenging - particularly when it comes to dietary fiber and calcium. The National Academy of Sciences and the National Osteoporosis Foundation report that adult men and women require a daily calcium intake of 1,000 milligrams to 1,200 milligrams a day, the equivalent of four 8-ounce glasses of milk, to ensure good bone health.
Read 264 times
Vitamin B12 is a safe, reliable and inexpensive vitamin. For health-conscious individuals, a regular intake of a prescribed amount of vitamin B12 is a key element for preserving a balance in the human body. B12 could be obtained from food sources or could be taken in the form of supplements orally or via injections.
Read 260 times
Friday, 21 September 2018 03:00
Body Building Supplements for Beginners (Supplementation to Gain Muscles Fast)
“Do I need supplements to gain muscles fast?”, “What supplementations are needed for body building beginners?”, “Are the nutrients from my daily meals enough for me to gain bigger muscles fast?” All body building beginners must have asked themselves these questions. You are reading this article because you would have probably asked these questions yourself.
Read 227 times
Tuesday, 18 September 2018 03:00
Building Blocks for Bone Health Registered Dietitian Shares her Top Bone Health Essentials
On average, the human body is made up of 206 bones and cartilage that support and shape the body. Living bone is fragile, and when it's not cared for, osteoporosis can develop and cause increased susceptibility to fractures. According to the Surgeon General, half of all Americans over 50 are expected to suffer or be at risk for osteoporosis.
Read 205 times
Although taking vitamin supplements is generally a daily routine with most people, the benefits of vitamin E in the human body is not clearly established, but it is known to be an essential nutrient in more than 20 vertebrate species. The vitamin plays some role in forming red blood cells and muscle and other tissues and in preventing the oxidation of vitamin A and fats. It is found in vegetable oils, wheat…
Read 213 times
More...
The C vitamin has got to be the most widely known vitamin these days. It is not surprising because the body needs c vitamin for over 300 functions. In fact, vitamin C has been proved to help protect against heart disease, cancer and other serious illnesses. Without the c vitamin the body would not be able to heal itself either. This is because the vitamin C, is vital for the formation of…
Read 234 times
There are many ways that you can find discount vitamins. The most common is to wait until your favorite vitamin store has a sale but this can be a rather difficult way to get a discount vitamin. The problem is mainly due to the discount time. Most discount vitamin offers only have a limited amount of stock available and it is a case of first-come, first-served. The other issue with trying to…
Read 311 times
Weak, fragile bones and susceptibility to fractures-these are some of the painful consequences of the debilitating bone disease, osteoporosis. Currently, 10 million people suffer from osteoporosis in the United States and another 34 million are at risk of developing the disease. The Surgeon General has named osteoporosis a national health threat and estimated that by 2020 one in two Americans over the age of 50 will be at risk for fractures from…
Read 234 times
The B12 vitamin is just one of the essential B vitamins that are needed to maintain a healthy body and mind. Cobalamin is the alternative name for the B12 vitamin. The body needs the B12 vitamin for several different processes including converting the fats, carbohydrates and proteins from all food that is consumed into energy. One of the most important processes that the B12 is essential for is to create healthy red…
Read 308 times
The B6 vitamin, also known as pyridoxine, is one of the most versatile of the B vitamins and yet the body only requires a relatively small amount. The B6 vitamin works closely with all the other B vitamins, especially niacin, folic acid, and Cobalamin
Read 235 times
Bodybuilding supplements consists of various substances including proteins and amino acids, metal replacement products, prohormones, testosterone boosters and are taken by bodybuilders and sports persons to help building muscle or supplement fat loss.
Read 243 times
Oxygen is one of the primary components of nature that supports life. The same oxygen, when inside the body, through certain molecules, becomes overly reactive and starts causing damage through the formation of free radicals. This is called oxidative stress.
Read 277 times
A key ingredient to improving your lifestyle and living a healthy life is antioxidants. There are several antioxidant supplements out there that can help you live a healthy life, that are natural and won’t cause you any damage. You can also eat different types of food that contain antioxidants as well, although supplements are the ideal way to get the right amounts of antioxidants.
Read 270 times
What is St John's Wort? Extracts of Hypericum perforatum L. (St John's wort) are now successfully competing for status as a standard antidepressant therapy. Because of this, great effort has been devoted to identifying the active antidepressant compounds in the extract. From a phytochemical point of view, St John's wort is one of the best-investigated medicinal plants.
Read 291 times
The B5 vitamin is also known as Pantothenic Acid. The B5 vitamin is the most prolific of all the vitamins and is found in every type of food. In fact, it is impossible for a person to consume less B5 vitamin than they need. That means that there is no little possibility that a person can have a B5 vitamin deficiency. For this reason, there is no recommended daily amount that health…
Read 243 times
Unlike the other acne fighting vitamins that have been mentioned, the B Vitamins are unique. The B Vitamins include many different vitamins that are all clumped together both in their name and usually in how they are taken. B Vitamin supplements almost always come in a B Complex form since each B Vitamin has its own benefits to the body. In fact, those considering using supplements to fight their acne should go…
Read 249 times
Creatine is an amino acid (amino acids are the building blocks of protein) which is made in the body by the liver and kidneys and is derived from the diet through meat and animal products. Creatine (creatine monohydrate) is a colorless, crystalline substance used in muscle tissue to produce phosphocreatine, an important factor in the formation of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the source of energy for muscle contraction and many other functions in…
Read 230 times
Share
More about nutrition and lifestyles
-
About Vitamins
Written on Monday, 21 May 2018 02:16 Read 527 times Read more...
-
More about Vitamin A
Written on Monday, 21 May 2018 02:22 Read 491 times Read more...
-
About Women Health Supplements
Written on Monday, 21 May 2018 02:20 Read 457 times Read more...
-
American Ginseng
Written on Monday, 21 May 2018 02:22 Read 430 times Read more...
-
5000-Year-Old Medical Secret Unearthed
Written on Monday, 21 May 2018 02:12 Read 415 times Read more...
