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Do You Pop Vitamins?

(Submitted by: Eric Cho)

So, did you take your vitamins today? Why Vitamins, you ask? Well, heres whyThe word Vitamin comes from Vital Amine and was initially used to refer to a substance that cured Beri-Beri. Soon the word Vitamin was used for an organic chemical compound that is found in small amounts in food and is necessary for the body.Our body needs vitamins for normal growth, metabolism and health ... Read article

Generation X and Baby Bommers: Vitamins, Diet, and Exercise

(Submitted by: Kim Jamieson)

Isnt it time that you looked like youre from generation X and not an aging baby boomer? Its easy to achieve this with vitamins, exercise and diet.I know what youre thinking...it is probably so easy for her to be thin. It must be genetic, or she has a very high metabolism. But this is not true. I havent always been fit, healthy, active and thin.A few years ago I was overweight ... Read article

Turn Back The Hands Of Time And Slow The Aging Process With Vital Vitamins and Minerals

(Submitted by: Gregg Hall)

The search for a fountain of youth has been going on since the dawn of creation. All of us as we get older look for ways to turn back the clock and regain the vitality of our youth. One of the primary causes of aging is the change in hormone production which decreases as we get older. One thing we can do to help with this is to work to get those hormone levels back closer to the levels found ... Read article

Managing Fibromyalgia Symptoms with Vitamins

(Submitted by: Steven Godlewski)

Fibromyalgia, or Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS), is generally characterized by pain in the muscles and bones, multiple tender points located on different parts of the body, trouble sleeping (or waking up still feeling tired). FMS, while different for everyone who has it, tends to come and go throughout life. It is not a deforming, degenerative, life-threatening condition, but for those afflicted ... Read article

Some Useful Vitamins that Lower Blood Sugar

(Submitted by: Dr John Anne)

Certain vitamins and minerals have been found beneficial in lowering blood sugar and thus useful in the treatment of diabetes. Vitamin B complex - Vitamins of the B group are valuable in the treatment of diabetes. Despite and adequate intake of these vitamins, diabetics often have abnormally small amounts of vitamin B in their blood because of high urinary loss of exhibit ... Read article

How Do Vitamins Affect Your Body?

(Submitted by: Peter Salazar)

VitaminsVitamins play an important role in the growth and development of human body.Liquid Life contains vitamin C, D, E, K, B6, and B12.One serving of Liquid Life Grape comprises of 800 mg of Vitamin C. This vitamin is good for your blood vessels, bones and muscles. It also helps in the absorption of Iron. Each serving of the supplement ... Read article

Vitamins Supplements - Multi Vitamin Pills

(Submitted by: Subodh Jain)

Our bodies are living organisms that need a constant supply of essential nutrients in order to generate new cells, ward off disease, and remain healthy. When we take a multivitamin supplement it makes up for the nutrients we don't get from the food we eat. Do I need take a supplement? Theoretically, a balanced diet will provide with essential nutrients. In reality it ... Read article

Vitamins That Are Needed By Men To Keep Their Body Healthy Throughout Life

(Submitted by: Peter Salazar)

This vitamin is specifically designed combination of vitamins, and herbs for a males anatomy to function at its best. Older males have a very common problem of prostate pains, constipation, impotency and painful urination. All males should start supplementing their diet so that they enjoy best health in later ages.CarbohydratesLiquid life male ... Read article

Help, My Prenatal Vitamins Are Making Me Sick

(Submitted by: Susanne Myers)

You are 2 months pregnant and your morning sickness is raging at full force. You know you need to be taking your prenatal vitamins to keep your developing baby healthy and give your own body the nutrients it needs to stay healthy during this pregnancy. At the same time, simply the thought of having to swallow the vitamin pill is enough to turn your face green.Why Do Prenatal Vitamins ... Read article

Liquid Vitamins That Taste Good & Are Easily Absorbed

(Submitted by: Peter Salazar)

Liquid Life MangoThis mango flavored supplement is specially designed to meet daily requirements of human body. It also contains minerals derived from the TRC plant. In addition to that it also contains numerous minerals, antioxidants and electrolytes. Some other ingredients found in Liquid Life Mango supplement are as follows. Zinc One ... Read article

Are You Taking All The Vitamins You Need?

(Submitted by: Peter Salazar)

IodineIodine deficiency may result in thyroid enlargement or improper synthesis of the thyroid hormone. Severe iodine deficiency in population may cause mental retardation, increase of infant mortality rate and endemic goiter etc. Iodine is naturally found in the soil but some regions of the world have much less iodine. In such areas iodized salt is used as a substitute ... Read article

Whole Food Supplements versus Vitamins...Over Dose No More

(Submitted by: Shane Marlow)

Foods heal illness, provide our cells with energy, prevent disease and build our immunity. Only whole, natural foods have this life-supporting power. Not vitamins, not multivitamins and not drugs. Whether you are suffering from a common cold, arthritis, asthma, heart disease, cancer, mouth sores, diabetes, prostate problems, PMS, osteoporosis, joint pain, headaches, back pain or any other ... Read article

Liquid Vitamins Are Needed In The Common American Diet

(Submitted by: Peter Salazar)

Vitamins are necessary for our body to perform many functions in order to maintain proper health. These vitamins are divided into two groups. One group is fat soluble which includes vitamin A, D, E and K where as the other group is water soluble which include Vitamin B and Vitamin C. Vitamins are defined as organic compounds and perform distinct function other then those of carbohydrates, fats ... Read article

Hair Loss - Vitamins, Diet and Supplements

(Submitted by: Mike Herman)

The more stressful your life, the more important it is that you are taking vitamins, eating a healthy diet and even taking nutrient supplements that will help you in preventing hair loss. Vitamin A is an essential vitamin to help you with hair loss and thinning hair. However, be sure to not take more than 25,000 IU daily as it could lead to more hair loss or other severe problems ... Read article

Essential Vitamins for Acne Treatment

(Submitted by: Kathlene Capelle)

Many nowdays are deficient in vitamins and minerals due to improper diet. Studies show that fewer than 32 percent of Americans eat the required servings of vegetables each day. Also, the American diet is comprised of too much of processed sugar and not enough fruits and water. A deficiency in essential vitamins and supplements can only spell trouble for the skin. If your body does not get ... Read article

Avoid Having a Lack Of Vitamins With Female Basic Multiple

(Submitted by: Peter Salazar)

Wouldnt it be absolutely great if there were a supplement out there in the market that specifically caters to a womans basic nutritional needs? Well, thats where the Female Basic Multiple comes in, since it carries all the vitamins and minerals that a woman needs, all packed into a single bottle.Listed below are the important vitamins that Female Basic Multiple carries ... Read article

Vitamins Keep Your Heart Fighting Fit

(Submitted by: Perry Stamide)

Vitamins are essential to keep your heart healthy. Of course, you need to eat the right foods with less fat and cholesterol, but you need to supplement your food with vitamins to keep your body in the best shape and your heart pumping for a long time.Vitamin E is the first vitamin that pops into the mind of those that are looking to improve their overall heart health. Vitamin E ... Read article

Your Eye Vitamins Report

(Submitted by: Dhavid Cooper)

While there is no single pill that will restore perfect vision or optimal eye health, there is new evidence from Bausch and Lomb Pharmaceuticals that certain minerals and vitamins may be part of the eye's normal defense system against damage.The formulation of high-potency zinc and the anti-oxidants vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin A (as beta-carotene), selenium and copper have been ... Read article

Vitamins -- To Supplement or Not To Supplement?

(Submitted by: Jeff Matson)

Over half of Americans today take a multivitamin of some kind, believing that it will help them to stave off chronic disease and health deficiencies but health experts are in disagreement over the necessity of these supplements. Some doctors and nutritionists feel that a multivitamin a day is absolutely critical to a healthy body, while others point out that with a proper diet and exercise ... Read article

B Vitamins Work Best Together

(Submitted by: Iris Bell, MD PhD)

"Be careful about reading health books. You may die of a misprint." - Mark TwainMany vitamins are essential players in the natural biochemistry of your body. B vitamins are particularly important for proper functioning of your brain and nervous system. Although you can sometimes buy each vitamin by itself in a health food store, it is best to take B vitamins together. Doctors ... Read article


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What are vitamins?

an organic substance that acts as a coenzyme and/or regulator of metabolic processes. There are 13 known vitamins, most of which are present in foods or supplements; some are produced within the body. Vitamins are crucial for many bodily functions including a healthy immune response.
An essential low molecular weight organic compound required in trace amounts for normal growth and metabolic processes. They usually serve as components of coenzyme systems. For humans, vitamin A, the B series, C, D1 and D2, E and K are required. Deficiencies of one or more vitamins in the nutrient supply result in deficiency diseases.