Every day we’re exposed to toxins that age us, inside and out. The natural aging process is sped up by things like harmful sun rays that damage skin cells; heavy metals and pesticides that linger in the air, water, and soil; and free radicals that are released in our bodies, threatening our bones, tissue, and organs. Since the beginning of time, people have been looking for ... Continue Reading
Vitamins: How To Avoid the Most Common Mistakes
There are a number of things that you could be doing wrong when you take your vitamins. Here's a list of common mistakes and how to fix them. This post from Bottom Line goes on to point out six common mistakes when taking nutritional supplements. RELATED: 5 Reasons Why Your Should Stop Wasting Your Money On Vitamins Many of us take vitamins and other nutritional ... Continue Reading
Are You Getting All The Nutrients You Need?
(BeWellBuzz) Good nutrition is one of the key ways to make sure you live a healthy life. When it comes to discipline, the food you eat deserves it as much as anything else. Talk of good nutrition and the importance of right nutrients can't be stressed enough. Which means it's vital for you to know the kind of nutrition you need and how the food you eat can contribute to ... Continue Reading
10 Critical Supplement Facts
Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet should provide you with all the nutrients that your body needs, but unfortunately our soil and many foods are deficient in vitamins and minerals. That's why more and more people turn to supplements. Millions of Americans spend more than $100 a month on supplements. But with so many different vitamins on the market, how do you know which ... Continue Reading
Minerals and Herbs: To Mix Or Not To Mix – Zinc and Other Vitamins
Zinc is an essential mineral found in cells throughout the body. It has many functions which include helping the immune system fight off invading bacteria and viruses. Zinc also plays a role in the synthesis of proteins and DNA, the genetic material in all cells. During pregnancy, infancy, and childhood, the body needs zinc to grow and develop properly. Zinc also helps wounds ... Continue Reading