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Iron is a mineral most of us are familiar with. Not surprising, given that iron
deficiency is often associated with fatigue, a common and inconvenient factor in
modern life. From a nutritional viewpoint, iron is an essential trace mineral in
the human diet. Dietary sources include red meat, liver, shellfish, sardines, beans,
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1.Why Should I Take Vitamin D?
Recently, the Canadian Cancer Society set an unusual precedent by recommending that
Canadian adults supplement daily with 1,000 I.U. of vitamin D. This suggestion was
based on their investigation of the scientific research supporting this level of
supplementation as a preventative against certain forms of cancer, such as breast,
prostate, skin, lung, and colon cancer. (www.cancer.ca/css).
It has been know for a long time that vitamin D (vitamin D3 or cholecalciferol)
is required for calcium absorption which will aid in overall bone, joint, and dental
health. This form of vitamin D is the best absorbed and the form used in the cancer
research. Research has also shown that supplementing vitamin D in the winter months,
or by those who are not often exposed to sunlight can help alleviate the effects
of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) also know as winter depression. Obviously food
is a good source, yet to reach this new recommended daily allowance, one would have
to consume 5 times more dairy products, and oily fishes, such as salmon, everyday.
Short term exposure to sunlight is helpful, but one must balance this with a risk
of developing skin melanomas. If one wishes to increase one's intake of vitamin
D safely, supplementing with a liquid form of vitamin D3 for the best absorption
makes the most sense.
2. How do I choose the right supplements?
Some people get so excited about taking vitamin supplements that they go overboard
and begin mega-dosing. Remember supplements are just that and should be in addition
to the nutrients obtained from a healthy diet. Taking pills in high doses can actually
harm your health. Nutrients work synergistically. This means that simply supplementing
with large doses of one may cause imbalance in others. Because the diet includes
so many processed and fast foods, we do need supplements. The healthiest ones combine
all the enzymes, vitamins, antioxidants, phytonutrients, minerals and other elements,
which work together synergistically. These are called WHOLE FOOD SUPPLEMENTS and
are the kind we recommend. Look for a multivitamin that contains all 13 vitamins,
and 17 to 22 minerals, with 100% of the daily values. If you are 50 years of age,
you will probably need extra antioxidants, extra calcium and vitamin D, sublingual
B12, and a digestive enzyme, also you need a high quality omega 3 fat and a phytonutrient
powder-AND THAT'S ALL!
Supplements should be well researched and tailored to your specific condition and
need. Investing some time in finding out what is best for you is well worth the
health benefits you will enjoy as a result of wise and conservative use of high
quality supplements.
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