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Natural Remedies and Supplementation to Control Gout

Gout is a form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness and tenderness in joints. a disease in which defective metabolism of uric acid causes arthritis, especially in the smaller bones of the feet, deposition of chalk-stones, and episodes of acute pain. Pain and inflammation occur when too much uric acid crystallizes and deposits in the joints.

The body makes uric acid when it breaks down purines, which are found in your body and the foods you eat. Foods that commonly trigger gout attacks include organ meats, red meats, seafood, alcohol and beer. If you are sensitive to these foods, you may want to start reducing them and see if your gout goes away.

Below remedies help promote a healthy pH level and reduce gout symptoms.

  • Vitamin C
  • A combination of Potassium Citrate, Magnesium Citrate, Vitamin B6
  • Apple Cedar Vinegar
  • Lemon or Lime Juice
  • Ginger extract
  • Turmeric or Curcumin
  • Fish Oil supplements
  • Milk Thistle
  • Coffee

~Praveen Jada

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Nervous System Health- Helpful Foods and Supplementation

Foods

  • Green leafy vegetables especially Spinach
  • Fatty fish rich in Omega 3 fatty acids
  • Dark chocolate
  • Broccoli
  • Eggs especially yolk
  • Avocados
  • Almonds, Walnuts, Flax seeds, Peanuts, Cashews
  • Pumpkin Seeds
  • Blueberries
  • Colorful Vegetables
  • Pure black coffee
  • Green Tea
  • Unrefined oils like Olive oil, Coconut Oil, Mustard Oil, Ghee, Butter
  • Potassium rich fruits like Bananas
  • Garlic

Supplementation

In general a high quality Multi-Vitamin capsule containing full spectrum of all essential vitamins and minerals will support the nervous system health on daily basis.

To maintain a healthy nervous system, take

  • A Multi Vitamin capsule
  • Omega 3 Fatty acid capsule rich in EPA and DHA

Many researches and studies show that a combination of below Vitamins and Minerals will help improve or treat health issues like Diabetic Neuropathy, Diabetic Nephropathy (Chronic Kidney diseases), Diabetic retinopathy, Cardio vascular diseases and Alcoholic Neuropathy, Sciatica, Lower back pain, Neck pain, radiating pain in legs and hands resulting in weakness in general. Dosage proportions depends on the health issue under consideration.

Below nutrients are given as a combination which we can also observe in many pharmaceutical capsules and nutraceutical supplements.

  • Benfotiamine (lab-made version of vitamin B1 which converts to thiamine in the body, enters cells more easily than thiamine.)
  • Mecobalamin or Methyl cobalamin (Methyl-Vitamin B12)
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)
  • Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6)
  • Methyl Folate or Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)
  • Nicotinamide (Derivative of Vitamin B3)
  • Omega 3 Fatty acids rich in EPA and DHA

Other important supplements that could be taken separately

  • Acetyl L Carnitine
  • N Acetyl L Cystine
  • Curcumin
  • Magnesium Glycinate
  • Chromium Picolinate
  • Copper
  • Selenium

~Praveen Jada

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References:

https://www.brainandspine.org.uk/information-and-support/health-and-lifestyle-tips/brain-food/

https://www.timesnownews.com/health/article/top-7-foods-for-better-nervous-system-foods-contain-vitamin-b12-thiamine-potassium-and-more/344997

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326917#supplementing-deficient-vitamins

https://www.healthline.com/health/neuropathy-supplements#b-vitamins

Migraine Headache – Supplementation and Lifestyle Changes

It is important to understand that there is not much research on vitamins that may help with migraine. Overall, there is no strong evidence to prove that a specific vitamin or supplement can prevent migraine or relieve symptoms for everyone.

However, there are a few vitamins that scientists have researched as potential migraine remedies. Limited evidence suggests that a combination of following vitamins and supplements may help reduce the severity or frequency of migraine episodes.

  • Vitamin B2 or Riboflavin – American Academy of Neurology recommend that people try 400 milligrams (mg) per day, split into two doses of 200 mg each.
  • Magnesium – American Migraine Foundation recommend daily doses of 400-500 mg of magnesium, whereas the American Academy of Neurology recommend 600 mg.
  • CoQ10 – American Academy of Neurology recommend trying CoQ10 at 100 mg three times a day
  • Vitamin E
  • Vitamin D3 (10000 IU per day)
  • Melatonin
  • Omega 3 fish oil (2 grams per day)
  • A quality Multivitamin which has optimum dosages of essential vitamins and minerals.

Other Lifestyle and natural remedies

  • Biofeedback and relaxation training
  • Acupuncture
  • Fasting and Ketogenic diets
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) 
  • Relaxing Massage
  • Herbal remedies
  • Deep breathing and meditation techniques
  • Neck and Spinal Manipulation by Chiropractor
  • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
  • Applying pressure on head and forehead
  • Improving lifestyle with good habits like eating healthy food, exercising regularly, sleeping well.

~Praveen Jada

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References:

BENFOTIAMINE – Uses and Supplementation

  • Benfotiamine is a dietary supplement that is a derivative of thiamine (also known as vitamin B1), a B vitamin found in a variety of foods including legumes, nuts, seeds, wheat germ, fortified grain products such as bread, cereal, pasta, rice, and flour, and some meat and fish.
  • Since benfotiamine is fat-soluble and appears to have higher bioavailability and better absorption by the body than thiamine.
  • Benfotiamine can be made by certain plants, such as garlic and onion. It can also be made in a lab.

Supplementation:

Many of the pharmaceutical companies combine Benfotiamine with Vitamin B12, Alpha Lipoic Acid(ALA), Vitamin B6 to improve the efficiency and increase overall therapeutic effect of the respective supplement.

Benfotiamine in supplement form may aid in the treatment of:

  • Anxiety
  • Alcohol use disorder
  • Back pain
  • Depression
  • Kidney damage due to Diabetes
  • Diabetic neuropathy
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Other types of neuropathy
  • Sciatica
  • Numbness in parts of legs, hands, neck and shoulders
  • Thyroid disease (such as Hashimoto’s disease)

~Praveen Jada

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References:

https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/neuroscience/benfotiamine

https://examine.com/supplements/benfotiamine/

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1574/benfotiamine

https://www.verywellhealth.com/benfotiamine-89417

Top Nutrition Myths 2021

The Truth: Protein, even in large amounts, isn’t harmful to your bones or kidneys (unless you suffer from a pre-existing condition).

The Truth: As long as you do not overindulge, there is nothing inherently harmful about carbohydrates.

The Truth: If you stay in a caloric surplus, a low fat diet or a low carb diet or any diet will make you gain weight. Key is to have everything in moderation and you need have a balanced omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and saturated fat won’t necessarily give you a heart attack. But remember that Trans fats are harmful and one must completely avoid them.

The Truth: Eggs are a great source of protein, fats, and other nutrients. Their association with high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease has been disproven by many studies recently. Many latest researches prove that Dietary cholesterol from egg yolk will not increase the cholesterol levels in our body and our liver has auto-balance mechanism to control the cholesterol in our body.

The Truth: Fears about red meat causing cancer are vastly exaggerated. Making healthy lifestyle choices (such as eating a balanced diet rich in whole foods, staying at a healthy weight, exercising, and not smoking) is more important overall than micromanaging your intake of red meat. Still, if you plan to eat less red meat, start with cutting out the kind that has been cured, smoked, or highly processed.

The Truth: Salt reduction is important for people with salt-sensitive hypertension, and excessive salt intake is associated with harm. But a drastic decrease in salt intake has not shown uniform benefit in clinical trials. Most people will benefit more from a diet of mostly unprocessed foods than from micromanaging their salt intake.

The Truth: Although some people are sensitive to wheat, the gluten content isn’t necessarily to blame, and other foods may also be implicated. Bread (or any other food) will not inherently cause weight gain unless its consumption puts you in a caloric surplus. Whole-wheat bread is claimed to be far healthier than white bread, but they aren’t that different, and neither contains high levels of fiber or micronutrients.

The Truth: HFCS and table sugar are very similar from a health perspective. Both of them are associated with many health issues when taken in excess and inappropriately . Although HFCS may sometimes contain more fructose, the difference is negligible.

The Truth: Supplements have their uses. Some people may benefit from supplementing specific vitamins or minerals. But supplements should complete a healthy diet — not replace it.

The Truth: With regard notably to vitamins, foods are not always superior to supplements. Based on one’s health condition, supplementing with certain nutrients like vitamins or minerals or amino acids in concentrated form seems to help improve the health and vitality.

The Truth: There’s little difference between fresh and frozen produce, nutrient-wise. Canned produce tends to undergo a lot more processing, but remember that cooking is a form of processing too. Overall, fresh and frozen produce might be more nutritious than canned produce, but eating enough whole-food fruits and vegetables is more important than how they were processed.

The Truth: Overall, the “natural” label isn’t tightly regulated. Importantly, neither the USDA nor the FDA defines “natural” in relation to the healthfulness of the food. In other words, a “natural” label doesn’t guarantee the product is healthful (though it might be).

The Truth: “Clean eating” is tough to define, as gurus don’t even agree on which foods are clean and which are not. Stick to the basics. Favor whole foods (but don’t feel like any small amount of processed foods will kill you), eat organic if you wish to and can afford it, and peel or wash all your vegetables and fruits.

The Truth: Focus on sustainable health habits, such as eating nutritious foods. Ample protein, leafy greens, and foods chock-full of vitamins and minerals are not just tastier than anything a “detox diet” has to offer, they’re also way better for you (and your liver detoxification pathways, ironically). A detox diet might make you feel better, but that’s usually because of the increased whole-food intake, not because any form of detoxification is taking place.

The Truth: Digestion does slightly increase your metabolic rate, but the frequency of your meals will have less effect on your weight than their total caloric content at the end of the day.

The Truth: You don’t need to eat breakfast to be healthy or lose weight. You should base your breakfast consumption on your preferences and personal goals. Feel free to experiment to see if you want to make skipping breakfast a habit. You may “break” your nightly fast at any time of the day based on your preference.

The Truth: Eating late won’t make you gain weight, unless it drives you to eat more. Resisting tasty, high-calorie snacks can also be harder after a long day.

The Truth: There’s very little difference between cardio in the fed or fasted state with regard to fat loss, muscle preservation, daily caloric intake, or metabolic rate. Therefore, what really matters is you. Some people feel lighter and energized when they do cardio on an empty stomach, while others feel light-headed and sluggish. Fed or fasted state: pick whichever makes you feel better.

The Truth: Unless you’ve been exercising on an empty stomach, you don’t need protein immediately after your workout, but you might benefit from 0.24–0.60 grams per kilogram of body weight (0.11–0.27 g/lb) within the next couple of hours. What matters most, however, is how much protein you get over the course of the day.

The Truth: Out of all the supplements out there, creatine is one of the most extensively researched. The vast majority of the evidence indicates that this supplement is safe for long-term use and is unlikely to harm your kidneys, cause hair loss, or increase your testosterone.

The Truth: There is no evidence that a food can possess negative calories, thereby directly contributing to weight loss. But foods typically categorized as ‘negative calorie’ items tend to be high in water and fiber, so their consumption may lead to weight loss because you consume less food overall.

Reference:

https://examine.com/nutrition/awful-nutrition-myths/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=socialmedia&utm_campaign=2021-01-15&fbclid=IwAR16L0QTtXmBSB4W1zsXCXNvVf-usNyAk1MRmn-xa8Wc6w5DfC8Owmnvx7s

~Praveen Jada

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Is Protein a Protein whether it is from Whole Foods or Protein Powder Supplements

THE ANSWER IS ‘YES’.

Based on many researches and studies, we know below facts about protein rich diets:

  1. A fat-loss diet that’s higher in protein leads to more fat loss and more muscle preservation than a diet lower in protein even if overall calories are the same in both diet plans.
  2. A diet higher in protein leads to more muscle gain than a diet lower in protein even if calories are kept the same.
  3. A diet higher in protein leads to lesser belly fat than a lower-protein plan even if calories are the same in both diets.
  4. Protein is the most satiating (filling) of the three macronutrients. So a high protein fat-loss plan will make you less hungry than a low-protein diet plan.
  5. It’s very difficult for your body to convert protein into body fat. If a larger chunk of your diet is made up of protein, you’ll be able to eat more and still lose fat.
  6. Increasing protein intake above the usual recommended levels enhances protein synthesis, lean body mass, postprandial thermogenesis, and cardiometabolic health.

Coming to research Paul Arciero and his team did a research on 6 solid meals per day compare to 3 solid meals and 3 protein shakes?

They put two groups of chubby but otherwise healthy people on a relatively high protein diet, at least “high” for regular folks: 1.4 g/kg body weight. Both groups practiced “protein pacing” for 16 weeks, meaning they both had 5-6 feedings per day. One group consumed half their meals in the form of whey protein. Both groups did the same workouts (weights and cardio mostly).

The Result

Both groups improved their body compositions and their physical performance. The group that had 3 meals from protein powder improved just as much as the whole-food eaters. In short, a whey protein supplement works just as well as solid food protein sources.

Analysis

So that answers the question: “Is protein powder as good as whole food when it comes to improving body composition and performance?” Yes.

Research details:

Nutrients. Paul J. Arciero, et al. Protein-Pacing from Food or Supplementation Improves Physical Performance in Overweight Men and Women: The PRISE 2 Study, May 2016

~Praveen Jada

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Personal Development Is Critical to Success

Content taken from speeches of motivational speaker Jim Rohn.

  • We generally change ourselves for one of two reasons: inspiration or desperation. So put emphasis on inspiration. Take self-responsibility to continuously learn and grow. In this process help others to to reach higher standards in their lives.
  • Working on ourselves is a never ending pursuit. It is the most challenging assignment of all but this business of personal development lasts a lifetime.
  • What you become is far more important than what you get. Getting and becoming are so closely intertwined—what you become directly influences what you get. Think of it this way: Most of what you have today you have attracted by becoming the person you are right now.
  • Income rarely exceeds personal development. Sometimes income takes a lucky jump, but unless you learn to handle the responsibilities that come with it, it will usually shrinks back to the amount you can handle. 

To have more than you’ve got, become more than you are.

Unless you change how you are, you’ll always have what you’ve got.

~Praveen Jada

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Joint and Connective Tissue Health – Foods and Supplementation

Joints are the areas where 2 or more bones meet. Most joints are mobile, allowing the bones to move. Joints consist of the following:

  • Cartilage. This is a type of tissue that covers the surface of a bone at a joint. Cartilage helps reduce the friction of movement within a joint.
  • Ligaments. Strong ligaments (tough, elastic bands of connective tissue) surround the joint to give support and limit the joint’s movement. Ligaments connect bones together.
  • Tendons. Tendons (another type of tough connective tissue) on each side of a joint attach to muscles that control movement of the joint. Tendons connect muscles to bones.
  • Synovial membrane. A tissue called the synovial membrane lines the joint and seals it into a joint capsule. The synovial membrane secretes a clear, sticky fluid (synovial fluid) around the joint to lubricate it.
  • Bursas. Fluid-filled sacs, called bursas, between bones, ligaments, or other nearby structures. They help cushion the friction in a joint.
  • Synovial fluid. A clear, sticky fluid secreted by the synovial membrane.
  • Meniscus. This is a curved part of cartilage in the knees and other joints.

Foods for healthy joints

Focus on High Protein and Collagen protein rich foods.

  • Dry Nuts and seeds – Walnuts, Almonds, Peanuts, Cashews, Flaxseeds
  • Colorful fruits – Especially berries and citrus fruits
  • Vegetables – Especially cruciferous vegetables and root vegetables
  • Chicken and meat
  • Fatty Fish rich in Omega 3 fatty acids – salmon, mackerel, sardines
  • Eggs
  • Dairy based products – Milk, Cheese, Cottage Cheese
  • Beans
  • Lentils
  • Ginger and Garlic
  • Bone Broth
  • Unrefined oils like Olive Oil, Mustard Oil, Coconut oil, Ghee, Butter
  • Whole Grains like wheat, oats, millets

Supplementation

A combination of below nutritional supplementation based on individual’s health condition is proven to be effective

  • Collagen protein(Type 1, 2 and 3) + Vitamin C
  • Protein powders like Whey protein, Pea protein, Rice protein, Soy protein
  • Omega 3 fatty acid capsules
  • Vitamin D3 + Vitamin K2 + Calcium
  • Vitamin C
  • Iron + Zinc
  • Curcumin
  • Glucosamine + Chondroitin
  • Methylsulfonylmethane
  • Boswellia Serrate
  • Capsaicin
  • Ginger extract
  • A quality multi-vitamin covering all vitamins and minerals is always helpful

~Praveen Jada

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References:

Anatomy of a Joint – Health Encyclopedia – University of Rochester Medical Center

The 10 Best Foods to Eat If You Have Arthritis (healthline.com)

12 Best Foods For Arthritis | Arthritis Foundation

9 Supplements for Arthritis | Arthritis Foundation

Joint Supplements: 9 of The Best Options for Joint Pain (healthline.com)

Liver Health – Foods and Supplementation

  • The liver regulates most chemical levels in the blood and excretes a product called bile. This helps carry away waste products from the liver.
  • Metabolism of medicines (drugs)
  • Blood detoxification and purification
  • More than 500 vital functions have been identified with the liver.
  • Production of cholesterol and special proteins to help carry fats through the body
  • Production of certain proteins, hormones and enzymes
  • Metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats
  • Processing of hemoglobin for use of its iron content (the liver stores iron)
  • Conversion of poisonous ammonia to urea (urea is an end product of protein metabolism and is excreted in the urine)
  • Clearing the blood of drugs and other poisonous substances
  • Resisting infections by making immune factor
  • Clearance of bilirubin, also from red blood cells.
  • Regulating blood clotting

Foods for liver health

  • Berries – Cranberries and Blueberries
  • Grapes and Grape fruit
  • Beetroot
  • Cruciferous Vegetables – Brussels sprouts, broccoli and mustard greens, Cauliflower, Cabbage
  • Nuts – Almonds, Walnuts, Peanuts, Cashews
  • Olives and Olive Oil
  • Avocados
  • Fatty Fish and Omega 3 Fatty acids
  • Black Coffee and Green Tea
  • Lemons, Papaya, Watermelon, Figs, Bananas
  • Egg Yokes

Supplementation for Liver detoxification and health

  • Choline
  • Omega 3 fatty acids (high in DHA and EPA)
  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin C
  • Vitamin D3
  • Vitamin E
  • Vitamin B12
  • Niacin (Vitamin B3)
  • Inositol
  • Apple Cedar Vinegar
  • Milk Thistle Extract
  • Garlic or garlic oil concentrate (pills)
  • Zinc and Iron

~Praveen Jada

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References:

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-foods-for-your-liver#TOC_TITLE_HDR_8

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323915#foods-to-avoid

Liver supplements: Do they work and how to maintain liver health (medicalnewstoday.com)

Best Vitamins for Your Liver | Livestrong.com

How does the liver work? – InformedHealth.org – NCBI Bookshelf (nih.gov)

Primary functions of the liver (rnceus.com)

Kidney Stones – Prevention and Treatment through Lifestyle, Diet and Supplementation

Kidney stones form when certain chemicals become concentrated enough in the urine to form crystals. The crystals grow into larger masses (stones), which can make their way through the urinary tract. If the stone gets stuck somewhere and blocks the flow of urine, it causes pain.

Most stones occur when calcium combines with oxalate. Stones can also form from uric acid, which is a by-product of protein metabolism. For many, kidney stones aren’t a one-time thing: in about half of people who have had one, another appears within seven years without preventive measures.

Habits for Kidney health and kidney stone prevention

  • Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
  • Moderate salt intake. Most of the packaged foods, ultra-processed foods, junk foods, fried foods have high sodium salt content.
  • Maintain healthy body weight. Have a balanced diet, exercise and sleep well.
  • Limit and reduce oxalate containing foods like
    • grapefruit and cranberry juice
    • potatoes
    • soybeans
    • spinach
    • some nuts, including cashews and peanuts
    • chocolate
    • beets
    • asparagus
    • most berries
    • celery and parsley
    • whole grains
    • tea
  • Limit caffeine drinks like coffee and tea
  • Avoid high sugary drinks and foods
  • Consume dietary calcium
  • Have citric acid drinks like lemon juice and Apple cedar vinegar
  • Moderate intake of high acidic foods like meats, chicken, fish, eggs, cheeses.

Supplementation

  • A combination of Potassium citrate, Magnesium Citrate and Vitamin B6. This combination prevents stones from forming and could also dissolve minor crystals in kidneys.
  • A full spectrum B-complex multivitamin
  • Vitamin C + N-Acetyl L-Cysteine
  • Vitamin D3 + Vitamin K2 (menaquinone MK7)
  • Calcium Citrate
  • Fish Oils – Omega 3 fatty acids
  • Apple Cedar Vinegar

Herbs/Foods that could help detoxify kidneys

  • Curcumin (Turmeric curcuminoids)
  • Garlic / Garlic oil pills
  • Ginger
  • Milk thistle
  • Dandelion Root
  • Amla
  • Lemon juice concentrate

~Praveen Jada

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References:

Kidney Stone Diet Plan and Prevention | National Kidney Foundation

Preventing kidney stones: Hydration, reducing salt intake, and more (medicalnewstoday.com)

5 steps for preventing kidney stones – Harvard Health Blog – Harvard Health Publishing

Natural Kidney Cleanse at Home: Detox Tea, Diet, and More (healthline.com)

7 best herbs for natural kidney cleansing-446999 (daily-sun.com)

Foods Rich in Zinc and Supplementation

  • Zinc is a trace element that is necessary for a healthy immune system.
  • It is responsible for a number of functions in the human body, and it helps stimulate the activity of at least 100 different enzymes.
  • Zinc is required for optimum growth in children.
  • Zinc is essential during pregnancy and lactation.
  • Zinc is essential for male potency and sexual health.
  • Zinc is required for respiratory and digestive health.
  • It is an essential mineral for brain (learning and memory) and nervous system health.
  • Zinc helps to have healthy skin and eyes.

Foods

  • Chicken and Meat.
  • Shellfish
  • Legumes like chickpeas, green peas, lentils and beans
  • Seeds like hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, flax seeds.
  • Dry nuts like almonds, cashews, pea nuts, walnuts
  • Dairy – milk, cheese, curd
  • Whole grains
  • Dark chocolate

Supplementation

  • To treat diarrhea in children
  • To balance copper build up in body
  • For Skin health and to reduce acne
  • To improve vision in older adults
  • To improve memory and mental abilities
  • To improve immunity and increase body’s ability to fight against infections due to bacteria and virus
  • To reduce depression and anxiety
  • To increase potency and sexual health

~Praveen Jada

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References:

Zinc: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Dosage, and Warning (webmd.com)

Zinc: Benefits, intake, sources, deficiency, and side effects (medicalnewstoday.com)

Zinc: Health Benefits, Uses, Side Effects, Dosage & Interactions (rxlist.com)

Foods Rich in Choline and Supplementation

  • Choline is a nutrient that supports various bodily functions, including cellular growth and metabolism.
  • Choline is a molecule mostly used for either its cognitive boosting properties (turning into acetylcholine, the learning neurotransmitter) or as a liver health agent, able to reduce fatty liver buildup.
  • Choline is often not classified as a vitamin, but as a nutrient with an amino acid–like metabolism.
  • Choline is useful for brain health and nerve health.
  • Choline is needed for cell maintenance and DNA synthesis

Foods

  • Egg yolk
  • Wheat germ and bran
  • Meats
  • Liver
  • Whole grains
  • Spinach

Supplementation

  • Choline is used for liver disease, including chronic hepatitis and cirrhosis.
  • To treat fatty liver disease.
  • It is also used for improving mental health.
  • Athletes use it for bodybuilding and delaying fatigue in endurance sports.
  • Choline is taken by pregnant women to prevent neural tube defects in their babies and it is used as a supplement in infant formulas.
  • Other uses include preventing cancer, lowering cholesterol, and controlling asthma.

~Praveen Jada

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References:

What is choline? Benefits, deficiency, and sources (medicalnewstoday.com)

Choline – Wikipedia

Choline: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Dosage, and Warning (webmd.com)

Supplements for balancing Blood Cholesterol & High Triglycerides

Below supplements in appropriate dosages would not only control high cholesterol and high triglycerides but also helps with blood sugar control improving insulin sensitivity. **Must be taken in right dosages under guidance from an expert.

  • Niacin (Vitamin B3 in high doses like 500 mg to 1000 mg, preferably in the form of Inositol nicotinate to prevent skin flushing)
  • Inositol
  • Choline
  • Chromium picolinate
  • Selenium
  • Zinc
  • Magnesium glycinate
  • Omega 3 fatty acids (high in DHA and EPA)
  • Garlic or garlic oil concentrate (pills)
  • Psyllium husk
  • Extra Virgin Olive oil or Olive leaf extract
  • Ginger Extract

~Praveen Jada

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Foods Rich in Vitamin A (Retinol) and Supplementation

  • Vitamin A is the generic term for a group of fat-soluble compounds highly important for human health. They’re essential for many processes in your body, including maintaining healthy vision, ensuring the normal function of your immune system and organs and aiding the proper growth and development of babies in the womb.
  • Vitamin A is required for the proper development and functioning of our eyes, skin, immune system, and many other parts of our bodies.

Foods

  • Red and Orange color fruits and vegetables
  • Meat and chicken
  • Fish
  • Cod liver oil
  • Dairy
  • Eggs

Supplementation

Works for

  • Eye health and vision improvement
  • Lower risk of certain cancers
  • Skin and hair health
  • Improves immunity
  • Aids reproductive health
  • Bone health
  • Inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis)
  • Vitamin A deficiency. Taking vitamin A by mouth is effective for preventing and treating symptoms of vitamin A deficiency. Vitamin A deficiency can occur in people with protein deficiency, diabetes, over-active thyroid, fever, liver disease, cystic fibrosis,

~Praveen Jada

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References:

Vitamin A: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Dosage, and Warning (webmd.com)

Vitamin A Supplement Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage & Uses (medicinenet.com)

Vitamins and minerals – Vitamin A – NHS (www.nhs.uk)

6 Health Benefits of Vitamin A, Backed by Science (healthline.com)

Foods Rich in Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) and Supplementation

  • Vitamin E is a vitamin that dissolves in fat.
  • Vitamin E also has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants are substances that might protect your cells against the effects of free radicals. This means it helps to slow down processes that damage cells.
  • Vitamin E is important for heart, eye and nerve health.
  • It is needed for skin and hair health.
  • Vitamin E is needed for sexual health.

Foods

  • Nuts like Almonds, Peanuts, Walnuts
  • Olives and Olive oil
  • Avocado
  • Dairy
  • Meats
  • Green leafy vegetables
  • Wheat germ oil
  • Eggs

Supplements

Works for

  • Vitamin E deficiency
  • Mental health and Nerve health
  • Blood related disorders
  • Mensural cramps and PMS
  • Kidney health
  • Skin and Hair health
  • Male sexual health
  • Eye health (A combination of Vitamin E, C and A works for better eye vision)
  • For skin burns

~Praveen Jada

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References:

Vitamin E: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Dosage, and Warning (webmd.com)

Vitamin E: Uses, Benefits & Side Effects – Drugs.com

Vitamin E – Mayo Clinic