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Bioflavonoids
Description
Biotin
Biotin is part of the B-complex vitamins and aids in the B vitamin utilization. This water-soluble nutrient assists with cell growth and the production of fatty acids. It is manufactured in the intestines by bacterial flora and is helps synthesize amino acids, metabolize fats, proteins, and carbohydrates, and release energy from foods. Biotin promotes healthy hair and skin and helps to prevent hair from turning gray. Ailments/Situations Where Used
Choline Description Choline is a water soluble member of the B-complex vitamins and is required to metabolize fat. This lipotropic nutrient works with Inositol (also lipotropic) to regulate the amount of fat accumulated in the liver. Choline forms lecithin (a fat emulsifier) for metabolizing fat and cholesterol in the body. It is required for proper conduction of nerve impulses through the central nervous system. This nutrient supports liver function, gall bladder regulation, and hormone production. Choline can be manufactured in the body from either methionine or serine amino acids and has recently been designated an essential nutrient. Ailments/Situations Where Used Choline is good for memory loss, especially when experienced in later years. It helps to eliminate toxins, poisons, and drugs form the system. Choline is good for many liver disorders such as chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis of the liver, and alcohol-induced fatty liver. Choline can lower elevated serum cholesterol levels and control fat and cholesterol build up (atherosclerosis). It is also beneficial for manic depression, alcoholism, baldness, constipation, dizziness, ear noises, headaches, heart trouble hypoglycemia, and insomnia. Source Ideal sources of Choline include beef, blackstrap molasses, brewer’s yeast, buttermilk, cabbage, cereals, eggs, lecithin, liver, milk, navy beans, oats, rice bran, soy beans, vegetables, whole grains, and turnips. Fruit are generally not an ideal source of Choline, but this nutrient is found in small amounts in apples, oranges, bananas, and tomatoes. Optimal Absorption If supplementing, take a B-Complex vitamin that includes inositol, or a multi-vitamin/mineral for optimal absorption. Choline is also available in a lipotropic supplement (choline, inositol, methionine) for weight loss and liver cleansing. Available in capsules or tablets. Some substances can destroy or limit absorption of choline. They include caffeine, alcohol, sugar, tap water, sulfa drugs, estrogen, and food processing techniques. Therapeutic doses range from 500 to 1,000mg daily. The average B-Complex supplement contains 50mg of choline and inositol.
Coenzyme Q10
Description Coenzyme Q10, or ubiquinone, is a vitamin-like substance found in all plant and animal cells and is an essential part of the mitochondria -- an organelle found in all cells that carries out energy production. Here, it is involved in the synthesis of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) which stores energy that is eventually used to power muscle contraction, protein and carbohydrate synthesis, and a number of other processes. Coenzyme Q10 is a powerful antioxidant. It increases tissue oxygenation, stimulates the immune system as well increases overall circulation, and protects the stomach lining and the duodenum (the initial portion of the small intestine). Ailments/Situations Where Used Co- Q10 is used to treat or prevent a variety of cardiovascular conditions including high blood pressure, angina, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy, etc. It is also useful for allergies, asthma, cancer, diabetes, muscular dystrophy, periodontal disease, respiratory disease, and weight loss. Co- Q10 helps prevent fatigue, is used to increase longevity, and enhances athletic performance. Source Coenzyme Q10 is found in broccoli, meats peanuts, salmon sardines, and spinach. It is also available as an isolated supplement in capsule or tablet form. Doses range from 30 to 100mg. This nutrient is also available in multi-vitamin/mineral supplements. Optimal Absorption Substances or elements that can destroy or limit Co- Q10 absorption include cooking, processing, and air exposure (oxidation).
Folic Acid Ailments/Situations Where Used Folic acid is an essential nutrient for pregnant women. It prevents neural tube defects such as spina bifida (abnormal spinal cord development in the fetus) and anencephaly (abnormal development of the cranium). Folic acid may also prevent premature birth. Other ailments in which folic acid is known to prevent or alleviate include anemia, apathy, atherosclerosis, cancer, and digestive disorders, hepatitis memory problems, menstrual problems, mental illness, paranoia Parkinson’s disease, stress, and stomach ulcers. Source Good sources of folic acid include avocados, bananas, brown rice, cheddar cheese, chicken, dates, egg yolks, fish (all kinds except cod and halibut), giblets, leafy green vegetables, nuts and seeds, oranges, wheat germ, and whole wheat. Optimal Absorption If supplementing, take folic acid in a multi B-complex or multi-vitamin/mineral liquid, tablet, or capsule for optimal absorption. Substances or situations that destroy or limit absorption of folic acid include alcohol abuse, boiling and overcooking of foods, coffee, stress, estrogen, food processing techniques sulfa drugs, sunlight, tap water, tea, and tobacco. The following is a list of "industry standard" recommendations for minimum nutritional folic acid intake, sorted by age groups and are included as a guideline only. These values are considered too low for most individuals, according to better nutrition authorities today. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with folic acid.
Inositol Description This water soluble nutrient is an unofficial member of the B-complex vitamins. As with choline, inositol exerts a lipotropic effect and helps prevent excess fat accumulation in the liver and heart. It helps prevent hardening of the arteries (arteriosclerosis). Inositol helps form lecithin (a fat emulsifier), for metabolizing fats and reducing cholesterol. This nutrient also nourishes brain cells and promotes hair growth. It aids in the prevention of skin disorders, such as eczema, and helps produce a calming effect. Ailments/Situations Where Used Inositol is known to prevent or alleviate liver disorders such as cirrhosis and hepatitis. It also aids in arteriosclerosis, constipation, depression, emotional and mental disturbances, high blood cholesterol, obesity, panic attacks, and skin eruptions. Source Folic acid can be found in brewer’s yeast, fruit, meats, milk, most nuts, seeds, vegetables, and whole grains. Optimal Absorption Take inositol in capsule or tablet for optimal absorption. It is also found in B-Complex vitamins and multi-vitamin/mineral supplements. Typical dosage is 1,000mg. Substances or processes that destroy or limit absorption of inositol include excessive coffee intake, estrogen, food processing techniques sugar, sulfa drugs, and tap water.
Para-Aminobenzoic Acid
Ailments/Situations Where Used Conditions that PABA may help prevent include depression, fatigue, irritability, nervousness, skin cancers, and stomach cancers. Source Food sources include brewer’s yeast, beef liver, eggs, fish, kidneys, lecithin, molasses, mushrooms, peanuts, soybeans, spinach, whole brains. PABA is also available in most B-Complex vitamins and multi-vitamin/mineral supplements. Optimal Absorption If supplementing, take in capsule or liquid form for optimal absorption.
Pangamic Acid Description Vitamin B15, or pangamic acid, is related to the B-complex vitamins. When first introduced, vitamin B15 had a reputation for increasing the energy levels of Russian athletes. However, this was not based on fact. Vitamin B15 is classified as a B-complex vitamin as it is obtained from the same foods as B vitamins. It has similar functions to the antioxidant vitamin E and is enhanced by taking vitamin E and vitamin A. Research on B15 is limited, but it is known that B15 increases oxygenation in the cellular system and it is good for central nervous disorders and heart disease. Ailments/Situations Where Used Vitamin B15 may lower blood cholesterol levels and help prevent fatigue. It stimulates the immune system and helps synthesize protein. It may counteract liquor cravings and help wear off hangovers. Vitamin B15 may prevent or alleviate asthma, angina, cirrhosis of the liver, and good for life extension of body cells. Source Ideal sources of B15 include apricot kernels, brewer’s yeast, brown rice, Gingko Biloba seeds, poppy seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds and whole grain cereals.
Vitamin A Beta Carotene Description Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin found in a variety of foods and stored in the liver. This plays an important role in maintaining a healthy retina of the eye. It also help prevent night blindness (inability of the eyes to adjust to light changes) and a variety of other eye problems. Vitamin A enhances the immune system and protects the body from infection and is required for the proper formation of bones and teeth. Protein cannot be absorbed by the body without this vitamin. It offers protection against cancer and pollution and is necessary for a healthy digestive tract. Vitamin A is also important for healthy skin, hair, and gums. Vitamin A, also called retinol, is found only in foods derived from animals. Carotenoids, or provitamin A, are compounds found in both plant and animal derived foods and act as precursors to vitamin A. They function as antioxidants in the body, protecting cells and organs from oxidative/free radical damage. Ailments/Situations Where Used Vitamin A helps weak eyesight and many eye disorders. It also helps to build resistance to respiratory infections, and relieves colds, flu, and fevers and remove age spots. Vitamin A may help treat or prevent many ailments including cancer, most eye disorders (nightblindness, cataracts, macular degeneration, etc.), arthritis, asthma, migraine headaches, sinusitis, stress, heart disease, diabetes, eczema, psoriasis, bronchitis, and tooth and gum disorders. Source Good sources of vitamin A include green and yellow fruits and vegetables, milk products, fish liver oils, dried apricots, beef liver, cantaloupe, carrots, collard greens, fennel, garlic, kale, mustard greens, peaches, papayas, pumpkin, red peppers, romaine lettuce, and winter squash. Optimal Absorption Vitamin A is available in most multi-vitamin/mineral supplements and also in isolated form. Therapeutic doses can range between 10,000 and 25,000 IU. Substances and elements that destroy or limit absorption of vitamin A include alcohol, caffeine, charcoal, cortisone, excessive iron, mineral oil, prescription drugs, and vitamin D deficiency. The following is a list of "industry standard" recommendations for minimum nutritional vitamin A intake, sorted by age groups and are included as a guideline only. These values are considered too low for most individuals, according to better nutrition authorities today. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with vitamin A.
Vitamin B Complex
Description The B-complex of vitamins are water soluble nutrients that require water for absorption. They have common characteristics and perform a number of functions in our bodies. B-complex vitamins play a role in the health of our eyes, muscles, nerves, hair, nails, and skin. They are involved in the digestive process through the production of hydrochloric acid and the digestion of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. In turn, B-complex vitamins help control fat and cholesterol in the body. B-complex vitamins can help to alleviate mental and physical stress and fatigue. The health and function of the central nervous system (CNS), in part, depends on these vitamins and they help improve memory, cognition, and concentration. B-complex vitamins can help prevent migraine headaches and increase energy production. B-complex vitamins include B1, B2, Niacin/B3, B6, and B12. Source B-complex vitamins are found in varying amounts in several foods. Brewer's yeast is an ideal source. Other grains and legumes include cereals, nuts, beans and peas, brown rice and brewer’s yeast. Other sources include green leafy vegetables, dried fruit (prunes, raisins), dairy products, fish and meats (liver tends to have the highest concentrations). B-complex vitamins are also available in supplement form. Optimal Absorption For optimal absorption in a supplement form, take a multi B-complex vitamin with vitamin C for stress (capsule or liquid form is ideal). Elements that interfere with absorption and/or increase elimination of B-complex vitamins from the body highly processed foods, canned food, alcohol, some prescription drugs, estrogen, air, water, sunlight, excessive stress and exercise. The most effective dosage is one B-50 capsule daily. B-100 capsules are available but are less easily absorbed by the body. If you require this dosage level, take one B-50 capsule in the morning and one in the afternoon.
Vitamin B1
Thiamin/Thiamine Ailments/Situations Where Used Beriberi is defined as severe B1 deficiency resulting in partial paralysis of the extremities, emaciation (thinness), and anemia. This condition is present primarily in South and East Asia, but can occur in situations of alcohol abuses. Symptoms include mental confusion, muscle wasting, fluid retention, high blood pressure, heart disturbances, and difficulty walking. Thiamin is also beneficial for anemia, diabetes, constipation, stress, indigestion, Alzheimer’s disease, Crohn’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and other neurological disturbances and diseases. It is also recommended in cases of general weakness, sore and weak muscles, and severe weight loss. Thiamin deficiency is common among alcoholics and is often used to treat complications stemming from this condition. A number of studies have shown that thiamin directly affects the desire for alcohol and reduces cravings in those undergoing thiamin supplementation. Source Ideal sources of vitamin B1 include bran, brewer’s yeast, egg yolk, fish, legumes, most nuts and dried fruit, oatmeal, peanuts, spirulina, most vegetables, and watercress, whole wheat. Thiamin is also available in a B-complex vitamin or as an isolated supplement. Optimal Absorption Excessive sugar or alcohol will destroy or limit the absorption of thiamin. Tea and coffee in large amounts will promote its excretion through the urine. Most drugs inhibit vitamin B1 absorption. The following is a list of "industry standard" recommendations for minimum nutritional vitamin B1 intake, sorted by age groups and are included as a guideline only. These values are considered too low for most individuals, according to better nutrition authorities today. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with vitamin B1.
Vitamin B12 Cobalamin Description Vitamin B12, or cobalamin, is a water soluble nutrient found in many foods and supplements. Your body does not manufacture B12 and it must be obtained from your diet. This nutrient promotes iron utilization in the body, prevents anemia, and helps folic acid regulate red blood formation. Cobalamin is important for protein synthesis and carbohydrate and fat metabolism. B12 prevents nerve damage and helps maintain a healthy nervous system. It is important for the maintenance of myelin sheaths that wrap around nerve endings. This vitamin also boosts energy levels. Ailments/Situations Where Used Adequate intake of B12 prevents the development of pernicious anemia. This is a very serious deficiency and symptoms include pale skin, raw, red tongue, numbness and tingling in toes and fingers, and weakness. It leads to serous degeneration of the spinal cord and brain, and, inevitably, death. This versatile nutrient can help prevent or alleviate a large variety of nervous system related ailments including Alzheimer’s disease, depression, diabetic neuropathy, difficulty walking or speaking, multiple sclerosis, nervousness, emotional and mood disorders, and neurological damage. Other ailments that benefit from B12 include chronic fatigue, constipation, eye disorders, low sperm count, spinal cord degeneration and tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Source B12 is derived mainly from animal products, including cheese, clams, fish, beef liver, lamb liver, milk products, and organ meats. Vegetarians can obtain B12 from various sea vegetables, including dulse, kelp, kombu and nori. Spirulina/blue-green algae is an excellent source of B12. This vitamin can also be found in brewer’s yeast and enriched soy products, e.g., soy milk. B12 is rare in most vegetables and is not found in fruit. Optimal Absorption There are several substances that destroy or limit absorption of vitamin B12. They include most laxatives, tobacco, alcohol, caffeine, estrogen, prolonged use of sleeping pills, antibiotics, anticoagulants, and potassium supplements. The following is a list of "industry standard" recommendations for minimum nutritional vitamin B12 intake, sorted by age groups and are included as a guideline only. These values are considered too low for most individuals, according to better nutrition authorities today. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with vitamin B12.
If supplementing, take a B-complex vitamin with B12 in liquid, capsule, or sublingual form. Some people require B12 injections to correct deficiencies. However, an editorial in the January 2, 1991 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association debates this point. See your naturopath or other health practitioner for more information.
Vitamin B2 Riboflavin Description Vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, is a water soluble nutrient that requires water for absorption. Like all B vitamins, riboflavin cannot be stored in the body and must be supplied daily via diet or through supplementation. Riboflavin aids in the production of blood cells and helps to produce antibodies that protect against foreign invaders. Vitamin B2 is needed for respiration and growth of cells and also helps with the absorption of iron and vitamin B6. This vitamin is also important in converting food into energy. Vitamin B2 works with vitamin A to help improve and maintain the mucous membranes in the stomach and also protects the eyes from ultraviolet rays. Riboflavin is needed for the metabolism of the tryptophan (an amino acid) which is converted into niacin/B3 in the body. It also helps keep skin, nails, and hair healthy, and aids poor digestion. Ailments/Situations Where Used Riboflavin deficiencies can lead to itching, burning eyes, poor digestion, cataracts, anemia, seborrheic dermatitis (dry, moist patches and/or greasy scaling skin, especially on the scalp), and inflammation of the mouth and tongue. Source Ideal sources of vitamin B2 include avocados, cheese, eggs, fish, grapefruit, green leafy vegetables, liver, mangoes, milk, mushrooms, peaches, pears, prunes, whole grains, and yogurt. B2 is also available as part of a B-complex vitamin and in isolated form. Optimal Absorption Alcohol, estrogen, and sulfa drugs destroy riboflavin. Over 50% of the vitamin B2 content in food is lost when exposed to light for more than two hours. This vitamin also dissolves in cooking liquids and is destroyed in the cooking / overheating of foods. The following is a list of "industry standard" recommendations for minimum nutritional vitamin B2 intake, sorted by age groups and are included as a guideline only. These values are considered too low for most individuals, according to better nutrition authorities today. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with vitamin B2. If supplementing, take in capsule or liquid form for best absorption.
Vitamin B3 Niacin, Niacinamide Description As with other B vitamins, vitamin B3 is a water soluble nutrient. This vitamin promotes healthy skin and is required to metabolize fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. It helps produce hydrochloric acid and aids in secretion of bile from the liver, promoting healthy digestion. Niacin is essential for the synthesis of sex hormones. It lowers cholesterol and helps to enhance memory. Vitamin B3 dilates blood vessels and improves circulation throughout the body. Ailments/Situations Where Used Vitamin B3 helps lower cholesterol levels and is ideal in remedying high cholesterol. It is also beneficial in the reduction of high blood pressure. It helps prevent stomach disturbances such as gas and bloating. It is also useful for migraine headaches, depression, indigestion, insomnia, fatigue, muscular weakness, and cardiovascular disease. Pellagra is niacin deficiency common in eighteenth century Spain and Italy. Symptoms include cracked, scaly skin, brain dysfunction causing confusion and dementia, stomach distress, and diarrhea. Source Foods that contain niacin include, beef liver, brewer’s yeast, broccoli eggs, carrots, cheese, corn, dandelion greens, fish, milk, peaches, peanuts, potatoes, tomatoes, and whole wheat products. Niacin is also available as part of a B-complex vitamin and in isolated form. Optimal Absorption For proper absorption take vitamin B3 in a multi B-complex supplement form, either capsule of liquid. Substances that may inhibit absorption or destroy niacin include alcohol, caffeine, estrogen, sulfa drugs, and canned food. Overcooking foods that contain niacin will also destroy the nutrient. The following is a list of "industry standard" recommendations for minimum nutritional vitamin B3 intake, sorted by age groups and are included as a guideline only. These values are considered too low for most individuals, according to better nutrition authorities today. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with vitamin B3.
For therapeutic purposes, take 50 mg, once daily. You may safely go up to 50 mg three times daily, if required, but do not exceed this amount.
Vitamin B5 Pantothenic Acid Description Pantothenic acid is a water soluble vitamin and requires water for absorption. A potent anti-stress nutrient, B5 is an excellent vitamin to use when dealing with stress, anxiety, or depression. It is essential for the production of adrenal hormones and function of the adrenal glands. Vitamin B5 is necessary for the synthesis of antibodies to fight infections and reduces the toxic effects of many antibiotics. This vitamin also plays a role in the production of neurotransmitters and aids in metabolizing fats, proteins, and carbohydrates to produce energy. It helps increase stamina and aids in the process of wound healing. B5 is required for cell growth and for the growth and development of the central nervous system. Ailments/Situations Where Used Any situation involving a high level of stress can benefit from B5 supplementation. This includes anxiety, depression, short-term/acute situations, or stress in general. Rheumatoid arthritis, high cholesterol, respiratory infections, kidney problems, eczema, duodenal ulcers, and hypoglycemia can all benefit from B5 supplementation. Source Ideal sources of B5 include avocados, brewer’s yeast, beef, buckwheat, cheese, eggs, fresh vegetables, legumes, nuts, royal jelly, saltwater fish, sunflower seeds, and whole wheat. Optimal Absorption Substances, situations, or processes that limit absorption of or destroy B5 include caffeine, alcohol, heat from cooking, stress, sleeping pills, sulfa drugs, and estrogens. Canned food production depletes or destroys B5. Average therapeutic dosage is 50mg daily. If supplementing, take B5 in liquid or capsule form for optimal absorption.
Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine Description Vitamin B6, or pyridoxine, is a water soluble vitamin and requires water to be properly absorbed and has several important functions. This nutrient is required for red blood cell formation, and for the maintenance of proper sodium / potassium balance in the body. Vitamin B6 is necessary for the production of hydrochloric acid and for the assimilation of fats and proteins. It also inhibits the formation of homocysteine, a toxic chemical that causes heart disease. Ailments/Situations Where Used Pyridoxine is beneficial for the prevention of water retention and provides relief from premenstrual symptoms. It can help alleviate nausea and morning sickness and is good for dry and oily skin. This vitamin also helps with muscle spasms and leg cramps, and works as a natural diuretic. B6 is known to prevent or alleviate anemia, anorexia, arthritis, asthma, cancer, carpal tunnel syndrome, depression, diabetes, hair loss, hearing problems, heart disease, learning difficulties, poor memory, and slow wound healing. It may also be helpful for autism, epilepsy, and osteoporosis. Source Ideal sources of B6 include avocados, bananas, beans, blackstrap molasses, brewer’s yeast, brown rice, cabbage, chicken, corn, eggs, fish, meat, peas, potatoes, soy, spinach, walnuts, wheat bran, and wheat germ. Pyroxidine is also available as part of a B-complex vitamin and in isolated form. Optimal Absorption If supplementing, therapeutic doses range from 50 to 100mg daily. Do not take 100mg at one time as your body may not be able to fully absorb it. Take divided doses, instead. B6 is also available as part of a multi B-Complex. Substances or processes that may destroy or limit B6 absorption include alcohol, canning or freezing of fruit and vegetables, estrogens, food processing methods, and long-term storage of B6-containing foods.
Vitamin C Ascorbic Acid, Buffered C, Calcium Ascorbate, Ester-C, Description This water soluble vitamin is a powerful antioxidant that protects tissues and cells from free-radical attack (oxidative damage). Vitamin C and vitamin E work synergistically to reinforce each other’s antioxidant properties for a more potent antioxidant effect. It helps protect against the harmful effects of air pollution, cigarette smoke, toxic metals and chemicals. Vitamin C increases iron absorption in the body. It is important for healthy teeth, strong bones, and the formation of red blood cells. This nutrient maintains the strength of capillaries and blood vessels to prevent bruising, bleeding gums, et cetera. It is also important for adrenal gland health and function. As an antioxidant, vitamin C works with other antioxidant nutrients to slow the aging process. It helps prevent against infections, viruses, and bacteria. This vitamin is critical for proper immune function and also enhances the immune system. As a result, vitamin C is good for alleviating the common cold, flu, fever and hay fever. Vitamin C promotes the healing of wounds, burns, bruises and surgery. It is also essential for the production of collagen -- a substance used in the formation of cartilage, tendons and connective tissues, et cetera. Vitamin C intake is very important and essential for the body and must be obtained from the diet daily. Humans and other primates cannot manufacture it in the body due to evolutionary changes. Ailments/Situations Where Used This versatile vitamin can help prevent or alleviate a variety of conditions. Scurvy is a disease resulting from vitamin C deficiency. Symptoms include bleeding gums, extreme weakness, extensive bruising, and poor wound healing. Vitamin C is also good for asthma, allergies, atherosclerosis, high blood pressure and cholesterol. Cancers include those affecting the lungs or gastrointestinal tract. Eye disorders include glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. Oral conditions include gingivitis and periodontal disease. Arthritis conditions include osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Additional conditions where vitamin C can be used include diabetes and skin disorders. Source Vitamin C is available in various quantities in apples, asparagus, beets, all berries, broccoli, cantaloupe, citrus fruits, green vegetables, green peas, kiwi, peaches, pears, peppers, potatoes, red cabbage, red pepper, strawberries, potatoes, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, and a fair amount in liver. Vitamin C is also available in capsule, liquid, powder, or tablet form. Optimal Absorption If supplementing, take a vitamin C preparation that contains a high bioflavonoid content for optimal absorption. Nitrosamines from cooked and smoked meats and carbon monoxide negatively affect absorption and/or increase the excretion of vitamin C. Coffee, tea, alcohol, excessive exercise and stress result in increased excretion of this vitamin from the body. Overcooking degrades and destroys this nutrient. Prescription drugs deplete the body’s stores of vitamin C. The following is a list of "industry standard" recommendations for minimum nutritional vitamin C intake, sorted by age groups and are included as a guideline only. These values are considered too low for most individuals, according to better nutrition authorities today. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with vitamin C.
Current therapeutic doses range from 500mg to 5,000mg.
Vitamin D Description Vitamin D is known as the "sunshine" vitamin. When skin is exposed to ultraviolet sunrays, a cholesterol compound beneath the skin is converted into vitamin D. This nutrient is then absorbed into the body. Vitamin D is a fat soluble and requires fat in order to be absorbed through the digestive tract. It is necessary for the absorption of calcium and phosphorus in the intestinal tract and is also required for the vitamin A assimilation. Vitamin D is essential for proper growth and development of bones and teeth in children. It is also involved in heart beat regulation. It enhances immunity, prevents muscle weakness, supports the nervous system, and normalizes blood clotting. It is also required for proper thyroid function. This vitamin is food for maintenance of strong bones and teeth. When taken with vitamin C and A, it aids in preventing colds. Vitamin D also helps alleviate stress. Ailments/Situations Where Used Vitamin D is used to treat or prevent acne, alcoholism, allergies, arthritis, eczema, osteoporosis, psoriasis, stress, and urinary tract infection. Vitamin D helps treat rickets. This bone deformity in children is characterized by the body’s inability to calcify the bone matrix, leading to soft bones, spinal curvature, and bowing of the legs. Osteomalacia is a similar condition in adults. Source Vitamin D is found in butter, dairy products, dandelion greens egg yolks, saltwater fish, fish liver oils, oatmeal, sweet potatoes, and is synthesized through skin exposure to the sun. It is available in most multi-vitamin/mineral supplements and also in isolated form. Common doses range between 400 and 1,000 IU. Optimal Absorption Substances that may destroy or limit absorption of vitamin D include mineral oil, prescription drugs, and smog. The following is a list of "industry standard" recommendations for minimum nutritional vitamin D intake, sorted by age groups and are included as a guideline only. These values are considered too low for most individuals, according to better nutrition authorities today. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with vitamin D
Vitamin E Description Vitamin E is a fat soluble nutrient and requires fat to be properly absorbed. This antioxidant prevents oxidation of fat compounds, selenium, vitamin A and some vitamin C. It also enhances vitamin A activity. Vitamin E helps protect cell membranes and protects the lungs from pollution. It improves circulation, acts as an anti-blood clotting factor, and strengthens capillary walls. Vitamin E is important for tissue repair and helps maintain healthy muscles and nerves. Vitamin E increases oxygen supply, resulting in greater endurance, and helps alleviate fatigue. It helps prevent cellular oxidation and thus maintains healthy looking skin. It accelerates healing of burns and wounds. Ailments/Situations Where Used Vitamin E is known to prevent or alleviate anemia, atherosclerosis, arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, infertility in both men and women, retrolentil fibroplasia (an eye disorder that can affect premature infants), premenstrual syndrome and other menstrual problems, miscarriage, and shortened life span of red blood cells. Other ailments that vitamin E helps prevent include migraine headaches, menopausal symptoms sinusitis, stress, and varicose veins. It is also good for external conditions such as scars, warts, wounds, and wrinkles. Source Ideal sources of vitamin E include apples, avocados, black berries, brown rice, butter, cod, cold-pressed vegetable oils, crab, dark green leafy vegetables, eggs, heart, liver, nuts, oatmeal, salmon, shrimp, sweet potatoes, tuna, soybeans, watercress, wheat, and wheat germ. Vitamin E is also found in multi-vitamin/mineral supplements and in isolated form. Optimal Absorption The body requires zinc for the proper maintenance of vitamin E in the blood. If supplementing, take vitamin E in capsule or tablet form for optimal absorption. Substances and processes that destroy or limit vitamin E absorption include deep frying, fast foods, food processing techniques, iron, inorganic chlorine, and heat.
Vitamin K Description Vitamin K is a fat soluble vitamin manufactured in the body by intestinal flora. There are three major forms of vitamin K: vitamin K1 or phylloquinon, the natural vitamin K from plants; vitamin K2 or menaquinone derived from bacteria in the gut; and vitamin K3 or menadione, a synthetic derivative. Vitamin K is necessary for the production of prothrombin, a blood-clotting substance that prevents hemorrhages. It is also important for bone formation and repair. This nutrient aids in the conversion of glucose into glycogen in the intestines for storage in the liver. Ailments/Situations Where Used Vitamin K is known to prevent or treat several conditions including colitis, celiac disease (a disorder of digestion caused by gluten intolerance), excessive menstrual flow, nose bleeds, osteoporosis, and hemorrhagic disease of newborns. Source Ideal sources of vitamin K include asparagus, avocados, beef, broccoli, cabbage, dark green leafy vegetables, egg yolks, green tea, nuts, oatmeal, rye, seeds, soybeans, turnip greens, wheat, and wheat germ oil. Vitamin K is also found in kelp and alfalfa supplements and is available in some multi-vitamin/mineral preparations. The following is a list of "industry standard" recommendations for minimum nutritional vitamin K intake, sorted by age groups and are included as a guideline only. These values are considered too low for most individuals, according to better nutrition authorities today. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with vitamin K
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