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We think of obesity and weight gain as being a product of eating too much and moving too little, but its’ more complicated than that. Some sources suggest that difficulty losing weight may come from a deficiency of certain dietary micronutrients. Is there any evidence of this?
Staying healthy during the winter is more challenging and diet plays a major role. In fact, you may need more of certain nutrients during the long, winter months, but which ones? Here are four to be aware of.
Are there supplements that can lower your risk of catching seasonal influenza? Your best protection is the seasonal influenza vaccine and none of these supplements is a substitute for that. However, science suggests that some supplements may be modestly protective. Here are some supported by science,
Vitamins – you need them but, hopefully, you’re getting them mainly from the food you eat. Here are five reasons why.
Should you take a multivitamins or not? If you tell yourself there’s no harm to doing so, you may be wrong. Some research suggests that taking vitamins in supplemental form CAN be harmful. Find out more.
Did you know your need for nutrients changes as you age? Not surprisingly, your calorie requirements go down as you lose lean body mass and your metabolism slows. This process accelerates after menopause. In fact, you lose muscle every decade after the age of 45.
Yes, calcium is important for healthy bones but it needs a “support team” to help it work better. Discover five other nutrients you need for bone health and to lower your risk for osteoporosis.
We all know that varieties of citrus can serve as excellent sources of vitamin C, but some people just aren’t big fans of fruits like oranges. Fortunately, there are plenty of other ways to get your daily dose of this vital nutrient. Here are five surprising sources of vitamin C:
The peel of fruit and vegetables is usually the most deeply colored and often the most nutritious part, but it is frequently discarded without regard for its nutritional value. Apples are among the most commonly peeled fruits, but the red skin contains polyphenol, an antioxidant that contributes to heart health. Most people now understand that eating the potato peel is the right thing to do, but misconceptions still exist for other popular fruit and vegetables.
If you work out do you need more vitamin C? There’s no doubt that it’s important to get enough vitamin C for health but can getting more of it improve your exercise performance or help you recover better? Find out what research shows about the link between vitamin C and exercise.
Vitamin D plays a critical role in nearly every system of the body, including immune function, cell growth, the central nervous system and the inflammatory response. Adequate levels are essential for proper bone health, and numerous studies suggest that higher levels of vitamin D may protect against cancers of the breast, colon and prostate, as well as heart attacks.
While there’s no disputing that too much exposure can hurt you, too little sunlight can also cause your body considerably more harm than you might think.
