Vitamins and Supplements

With the growing number of sicknesses that threaten and afflict humanity, demands for cure and preventions are ever-increasing. The problem is that your average meal doesn’t provide the vitamins and supplments needed to keep the body healthy. Worst, the fast pace of life keeps most people from preparing a well-balanced meal regime on a daily basis. This is a short review of some vitamins and supplements being sold in the market to bring into the body whatever it might be missing. 

For the Heart

The Heart, which pumps blood at least 70 times a minute, needs extraordinary attention. Vitamins and supplements for a healthy heart like Omega 3 fatty acids are taken from marine and plant oils. Marine oils are usually from fish, squid and algae. Plant oils are from soybeans, flaxseeds and walnuts, just to name some. Omega 3 fatty acids can reduce inflammation and are also good in minimizing the risk of cancer. They are good not only for the heart but also for vision, brain function and the immune system. These oils need man-made processing and some food companies now include Omega 3s in the ingredients, calling them Omega 3-Fortified foods. 

However, most Omega 3s from fish oil are combined with triglycerides which are less absorbed by the body. One product in the market today is Krill Oil. Made from a species of krill and is combined with phospholipids, it is more absorbable by the cells thanks to its water solubility. It was found that Krill Oil has an antioxidant value of almost 50 times higher than the fish oil.

Magnesium is also indispensable to a healthy heart. It keeps the heart rhythm steady and works as a lubricant. Green veggies, whole grains, almonds, nuts, beans, peas and water with minerals are excellent sources of magnesium. Magnesium supplements are also available in the market in case its intake from natural sources is neglected.

Garlic helps white blood cells to multiply and plays a great role in keeping platelets from sticking with each other therefore avoiding clogs in very small blood vessels.

Beta Carotene lessens heart attacks and strokes. Carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes are rich sources of B-carotene.

For the Kidneys

Kidneys which filter 1.3 liters of blood per minute to remove waste materials and toxins from the body are in need of just enough fluid intakes like water, vegetable and fruit juices. Lemon and Aloe Vera juices are both highly recommendable. Over the counter vitamins and minerals for the kidneys need a doctor’s prescription because too much of those would result to more harm than cure. Vitamins B6 and C are both important for kidney stones prevention. Horsetail increases urine excretion and is normally available in pill form.

For the Blood

The Blood carries oxygen and food to body cells and takes carbon dioxide and other wastes away. Vitamin B Complex aids blood movement. Vitamin B1 (thiamine) improves blood flow. Vitamin B3 (niacin) makes the blood thinner. Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) supports the formation of red blood cells. Vitamin B12 assists in the prevention of anemia and is known as an energy booster.

Vitamin C which increases the creation of white blood cells also known as infection-fighters and Vitamin E which is valuable in giving firmness to blood vessels are both antioxidants. Vitamin D is vital in decreasing the thickening of the blood and therefore decreases its resistance to flow. Vitamin K is also important in blood coagulation, the forming of blood clots that avert bleeding or hemorrhage brought about by damaged blood vessels.

For the Immune System

 The Immune System, a coalition of defenses against germs like bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungal spores, should have an utmost consideration. The following can help boost the immune system.

First in the list is Vitamin C. Two hundred milligrams of it a day or at least six servings of veggies and fruits each day are good enough to help in preventing viruses from entering the cells and in producing white blood cells.

 

Then we have Vitamin E which is also an immune booster. This is very valuable in producing natural killer cells that hunt and kill bad cells. Vitamin E supplements might be needed to meet the daily requirement.

 

Fatty fish and flax oil have Omega 3 fatty acids that empower the immune system. Garlic, an antioxidant, helps in producing antibodies and white blood cells. It aids in the elimination of toxic substances.

 

Twenty milligrams, more or less, of Zinc supplements can help block the development of cancer. It helps to multiply the T-cells that kill virally infected cells and tumor cells.

 

Beta Carotene is an energy booster to cancer-killing immune cells. Carotenoids work together to make the immune system tougher and can be found in papaya, carrots, bell peppers, spinach, sweet potatoes and tomatoes.

For the Liver

 

The Liver is the largest vital organ in the body that has a key role in metabolism and has a lot of functions to perform that made it indispensable for survival.

 

Antioxidants nutrients are needed to make the liver work well.

Vitamins C, D and E are working towards the health and protection of the liver.

 

Glutathione is the master antioxidant that guards the cells from destruction.

 

Taurine is crucial in the creation of bile in the liver and detoxifying the body. It shields liver cells from toxins and damages. Most doctors prescribe 500mg of Taurine two times a day.

 

Alpha Lipoic Acid, a universal antioxidant, assists in the restoration of vitamins C, E and Glutathione in the body. It fights free radicals in water and fats while removing metal from the bloodstream.

 

B Vitamins are important in the production of enzymes that remove the effects of poison from the liver. When toxic gets higher the need for this vitamin also escalates. To some people B12 need to be injected for it is not easily accepted by the body.

 

Prevention is better than cure. It’s time to get healthier than ever!