Vitamins and Healthy Lifestyle

Healthy Living

Vitamins play a vital role in Healthy Lifestyle.From fatigue to forgetfulness, all humans have health niggles.

In some cases the solution to the problem could be a single supplement.This guide of vitamins and minerals can help you in finding the one you might be lacking.

Do you suffer from PMS?
SUPPLEMENT: CALCIUM AND VITAMIN D

Evening - Primrose Oil, Magnesium, Vitamin E and Vitamin B6 are all purported to benefit PMS.During menstrual cycle, it's thought that oestrogen lowers calcium levels. The symptoms of low calcium are similar to PMS.

Calcium is also good to promote a HEALTHY HEART, SKIN, BONES and TEETH.It also helps in maintaining the bodies PH balance.Calcium can be taken long term. The RDA for calcium is about 700mg per day.

Is STRESS getting you under?
SUPPLEMENT: B VITAMINS

The B Vitamins supports the nervous system and acts like spark plugs, releasing energy from food.Lack of B Vitamins is a common deficiency because they are quickly used up by the adrenal glands during times of stress.They are also water soluble so the body does not store them well.

B Vitamins helps with DIGESTION, DEPRESSION, PRODUCTION of RED-BLOOD CELLS, HEALTHY SKIN, HAIR and NAILS and produces ENERGY.

B6 can also help alleviate PMS and DANDRUFFThe different B Vitamins work together so it will be wise in taking them all together in a complex.

Are you suffering from TIREDNESS?
SUPPLEMENT: IRON

Headaches and Tiredness are common symptoms of Iron deficiency.Iron is needed to make Haemoglobin in the blood. It helps in caring oxygen around the body.Even a mild iron deficiency can cause fatigue.

Iron also promotes resistance to INFECTION, and DISEASE, GROWTH and a HEALTHY APPETITE.Take Vitamin C with Iron, because the Vitamin C helps with the absorption of the Iron. Do not drink with coffee, this beverage can interfere with absorption.

Is Dry Skin an issue?
SUPPLEMENT: ESENTIAL FATTY ACIDS (EFA's)

All cell membranes including the ones that make up the skin are made out of oils including (Omega-3 and Omega-6 oils).

If you use these oils it will keep the skin oiled and toned.EFA's promote a HEALTHY HEART, REDUCE INFLAMATION, IMPROVE SLEEP, THIN BLOOD, LIFT DEPRESSION, BOOST CONCENTRATION and BALANCE HORMONES.

EFA's can be use long term. A good supplement should have a good balance of omega-3 and omega-6.
Experts recommend a 4:1 ratio.

Are virusses attacking you because of pour Immunity ?
SUPPLEMENT: ANTIOXIDANTS

Antioxidants - including Vitamin A, C and E as well as the minerals Zinc and Selenium helps destroying disease causing free radicals in the body and supports the immune system.

Studies also show that Zinc and Vitamin C increase the production of infection-fighting white blood cells.

Antioxidants are vital for HEALTHY SKIN, PROTECTION against INFECTIONS, CANCER and HEART DISEASE, improving WOUND HEALING and REDUCING INFLAMMATION.Taking Antioxidants as a complex is advised. Higher quantities are needed in timesof stress.These Antioxidants can be taken as long as you are exposed to stress, pollution and infections.
Foods containing a little fat, enhances the absorption of Vitamins A and E.

Low Libido (Don't want to talk about it?)
SUPPLEMENT:ZINC

This mineral plays a vital role in sexual health and hormone production.Studies show that women using "The pill" have lower levels of this mineral. Zinc is needed to make testosterone, low levels of which have been linked to low libido in men and women.Your sense of smell is also dependent on zinc and smell is a key element in sexual excitement.

Zinc also boosts ENERGY, HEALS WOUNDS, BALANCES HORMONES and STRENGHENS TEETH, BONES and HAIR.

Zinc's intake per day approximately 15mg. High doses of Zinc can deplete your immune system and levels of good cholesterol.

Do you suffer from (IBS) Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
SUPPLEMENT: MAGNESIUM

Magnesium can help alleviate IBS symptoms triggered by stress. Magnesium is known as the "calming" mineral.Magnesium is linked to over 400 enzyme reactions in the body and many of these are linked to digestion. It's also involved in smooth-muscle activity, so it can helpease gut muscle spasms that can lead to diarrhoea and constipation.

Magnesium STRENGHTHENS BONES and THEETH, PROMOTES HEALTHY MUSCLE, by helping them relax and it's involved in ENERGY PRODUCTION.Magnesium an be taken long term about 200mg per day.Advisable not to take with meals containing wheat bran as this can impede absorption.

P.S. Remember, if you are pregnant, balanced and healthy meals are very important to ensure your baby is getting the best nutrients possible for growth and development. GO HERE:

Taking an extra vitamin supplement is recommended.
Only to ensure you get all the minerals your body and baby needs.

GO HERE: For a clear layout on Vitamins that are important during Pregnancy.

Also remember to drink enough water!!!