Always buy from a reputed pharmacological or nutraceutical company which has proven track record. Stick to a company with a reputation for good manufacturing. Multivitamins don’t meet the Recommended daily allowance (RDA) for some micronutrients Multivitamins may contain extra ingredients but in too small doses to make a difference Many multi vitamins make you choose […]
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Myth Buster: Some of the Nutrition Tips that are no Longer Entirely True
Below statements are very randomly used while receiving suggestions from others. However, they need to checked and evaluated as per individuals context and background. They may be true for one person and may not work for another. Hence be critical and analyze before making a choice. They are not universal truths and highly dependent on […]
How to Maintain Optimum Levels of D-Vitamin in Blood
It used to be simple: just get a “healthy” tan and your body will make all the vitamin D it needs. Desk jobs and sunscreen have changed all that, just as research is underlining the importance of vitamin D and suggesting its possible role in preventing many health problems. Vitamins play a crucial role in […]
Lifestyle Changes and Supplements that could Enable Better Sleep
Getting enough quality sleep, with or without the help of supplements, is necessary for optimal immune function. Deep sleep provides a time for your body to replenish its immune system. Regular sleep disturbances end up impairing your body’s ability to mount a full response against invaders. Lack of sleep impairs exercise performance in the short […]
Essential Vitamins and Nutrients During Pregnancy
Getting the right nutrients is important at every stage of life, but it’s especially critical during pregnancy as the food and nutrients you take will feed not only you but also the baby. During pregnancy, macronutrient intake has to grow significantly. Macronutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. It is recommended to have a high protein diet with […]
Foods Rich in Iron and Supplementation
Iron is an essential mineral. Most of the iron in the body is found in the hemoglobin of red blood cells and in the myoglobin of muscle cells. Iron helps red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to cells all over the body. Iron is needed for transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide. Iron is also necessary to maintain […]
Natural Foods and Nutritional Supplementation to Improve Arthritis Conditions
According to MecidalNewToday.com, There are over 100 types of arthritis and related diseases. Two of the most common types are rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA). OA is more common than RA. Both OA and RA involve inflammation in the joints, but the inflammation in RA is much greater. RA can affect multiple joints in a subtype called polyarticular arthritis, and it tends to affect […]
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 […]
Top Nutrition Myths 2021
Myth 1: Protein is bad for you Bone loss – will not happen Kidney damage – will not happen The Truth: Protein, even in large amounts, isn’t harmful to your bones or kidneys (unless you suffer from a pre-existing condition). Myth 2: Carbs are bad for you The Truth: As long as you do not overindulge, there […]
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: 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. A diet higher in […]
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 […]
Foods Rich in Vitamin B7 (Biotin) and Supplementation
All B vitamins are water-soluble. They help to convert carbohydrates, fats, and protein into energy, or glucose. B vitamins are necessary for keeping the liver, skin, hair, and eyes healthy. They also play a role in the nervous system, and they are needed for good brain function. The B vitamins are sometimes called anti-stress vitamins, […]
Foods Rich in Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) and Supplementation
All B vitamins are water-soluble. They help to convert carbohydrates, fats, and protein into energy, or glucose. B vitamins are necessary for keeping the liver, skin, hair, and eyes healthy. They also play a role in the nervous system, and they are needed for good brain function. The B vitamins are sometimes called anti-stress vitamins, […]
Foods Rich in Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) and Supplementation
All B vitamins are water-soluble. They help to convert carbohydrates, fats, and protein into energy, or glucose. B vitamins are necessary for keeping the liver, skin, hair, and eyes healthy. They also play a role in the nervous system, and they are needed for good brain function. The B vitamins are sometimes called anti-stress vitamins, […]
Foods Rich in Vitamin B3 (Niacin) and Supplementation
All B vitamins are water-soluble. They help to convert carbohydrates, fats, and protein into energy, or glucose. B vitamins are necessary for keeping the liver, skin, hair, and eyes healthy. They also play a role in the nervous system, and they are needed for good brain function. The B vitamins are sometimes called anti-stress vitamins, […]