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The Truth About Antioxidants
When you hear the word 'antioxidant,' images of magical, super-healing molecular entities probably come to mind. As soon as you read the word on food or vitamin labels, you might be inclined to purchase it because ...
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Red Yeast Rice...To Try or Skip?
Red yeast rice, or red yeast, is a substance produced naturally during the fermentation of the yeast Monascus purpureus by certain fungi that grow on rice. The medicinal use of red yeast rice dates back to a.d. ...
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4 Tips To Help You Get The Right Amount of Antioxidants
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All About Vitamin C
We’ve all heard about vitamin C before, but what exactly does it do and how much do we need each day? We’re here to fill you in on all things vitamin C, from foods with vitamin C, to the benefits of vitamin C, ...
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All About Vitamin A
Vitamin A BenefitsVitamin A is important for a variety of body processes, including vision,teeth, bone growth and skin and mucous membranes. It is also known as retinol because it creates pigments in the ...
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All About Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that isn’t found in very many foods, but it is available as a dietary supplement. This vitamin is very important to your health, so don't overlook it. You can find citamin D in fish, ...
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What is Niacin?
Niacin is most commonly known as vitamin B3. It is an important vitamin, as it benefits the digestion, the nervous system, and the skin. A deficiency of niacin in your diet can result in pellagra, a horrible ...
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Slim Down with Fish Oil
In a six-week study, participants took fish oil capsules with EPA and DHA or a vegetable oil placebo. Scientists found that those who took the fish oil lost a pound of fat and gained a pound of muscle. The ...
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Vitamin B For Metabolism
It’s found in turkey, tuna, beans and whole grains, and we recommend you get enough of it. Vitamin B, that is. This metabolism-boosting vitamin can help set off a chemical reaction in your cells that converts the food ...
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Iron for Women
If you're a pre-menopausal woman, you are losing a significant amount of your body's iron each and every month. As iron is an important mineral, you'll need to replenish it. Start taking a multivitamin or ...
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Split Up Your Doses
If you take several vitamin or mineral supplements per day, don't take them at the same time. For example, if you take 2 calcium pills each day to get your full daily dosage, take one in the morning and one in the ...
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Taking Vitamins on an Empty Stomach
Taking mulltivitamins or mineral supplements on an empty stomach may not only cause an upset stomach, but it may also prevent the absorption of the vitamins into the body. Before you take your vitamins, be sure to ...
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Don't Overdo Your RDA
If you take a vitamin and mineral supplements, take a look at the back of the bottle. Any amount of vitamin or mineral over 100% of your recommended daily allowance cannot be absorbed by your body. Most ...
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When to Take Multivitamins
While multivitamins are good for you, they should never replace the actual vitamins you're getting from food. It's always better to have an orange than to pop a vitamin C, or to have a glass of milk instead of a ...
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4 Easy On-The-Go Snacks
Cheese and crackers: Choose a whole-grain cracker (check labels to be sure you’re getting some fiber) and top three or four of them with a thin slice of cheese, such as Muenster or sharp cheddar, for a ...
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B Vitamins For Energy
Do you suffer from the mid-afternoon energy drain? B vitamins are important because they help with adrenal function, which is key to energy levels. But unfortunately, B vitamins don't last all day — so if you take a ...
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Vitamins For Your Eyes
There are certain vitamins that actually help your site! These include vitamin C, vitamin E and beta-carotene. Carrots and a variety of other fruits and vegetables are rich in these vitamins and minerals.
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Take That Vitamin
Faithfully taking your multivitamin daily may bring anti-cancer benefits down the road. The latest cancer research reveals that people who take a daily multivitamin may reduce their risk of colon cancer. In the ...
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Too Many Vitamins?
Fortified breakfast cereals can help ensure that you get enough vitamins and minerals, but now the Food and Drug Administration is warning that they can add up to too much goodness. The FDA tested 26 cereals and found ...
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Alfalfa and Fiber
The alfalfa tablet taken with either cod liver oil or olive oil for absorption is another way to receive your fiber. Recommended is a 500 mg coated tablet once in the morning and again before bedtime. The cod liver ...
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