Multivitamin Guide Blog
Give your baby a good start in life by making sure you receive adequate amounts of choline during your pregnancy. Choline is a nutrient that is crucial for proper development of your baby’s spinal column and healthy brain function; it also helps to prevent conditions such as spina bifida. Studies have found that most women…
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You might be wondering what rhythm has to do with your intake of dietary sodium. You might already be aware that retaining the proper balance of sodium in your body is absolutely critical in managing blood pressure and controlling the function of your body’s muscles. Traditional medical wisdom has held that the right balance of…
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If you are one of the billions of people living in the urban centers of the world, you may not be getting enough vitamin D. As you may know, the best way for your body to get vitamin D is through the skin’s exposure to sunlight. However, most of the major city centers in the…
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Omega-3 fatty acids are found in algae, plants, krill, squid, and fish. For many years, oil from cold water fish, such as mackerel, tuna, salmon, and sardines, has been the standard source of omega-3 found in supplements. Recently krill oil has gained popularity in the media with krill oil vendors claiming that their oil is…
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Falling on a hard surface brings the force of impact on bone which may already be impaired due to a deficiency of vitamin K. This force is generally protected by a couple of proteins known as osteopontin and osteocalcin, which deform into nanoscale holes and help in the prevention of further bone damage due to…
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If you are like most women, you take breast health very seriously by performing monthly self-exams and having mammograms as directed by your doctor. Unfortunately, the American Cancer Society estimates that in 2013, doctors will diagnose more than 230,000 women in the U.S. with invasive breast cancer and 39,620 women will die from the disease.1…
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Once the sole preserve of the aromatherapists, grapeseed oil is now taking over our kitchens, and not a moment too soon, where our health is concerned. Cheap, readily available and handy in the kitchen for sautéing, deep-frying or stir-frying, grapeseed oil is currently gaining stature as an aid to good health. Thanks to the work…
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With more than two-thirds of Americans struggling with being overweight or obese, the incidence of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes is on the rise.1 The reason is that if you are overweight, then you are at risk of developing metabolic syndrome, which is characterized by high levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol and high triglycerides,…
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If you have a family member suffering from the devastating effects of Alzheimer’s disease, which is a form of dementia, you are well aware of the ways in which this disease impairs memory and causes changes in the personality of your loved one. Unfortunately, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are chronic, progressive diseases for which there…
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For centuries, people have looked for the secret for a long and healthy life. Surprising new research involving an animal model suggests that the search for the key to longevity may be in the common nutrient niacin, which is also another name for vitamin B3. What have the scientists discovered about vitamin B3 and what…
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Clinical research has demonstrated that inositol improves fertility and can reduce depression. If you know someone who has challenges with fertility or is concerned about depression, share this information about the benefits of inositol with them. Some of the improvements include a decrease in symptoms associated with depression and protection against developing Alzheimer’s Disease. Additionally,…
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The United States may be one of the richest nations in the world, but Americans are still failing to get the nutrients they need to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Of a particular concern are vitamins A, C and E along with essential minerals, such as magnesium and calcium. Research found that 93% of Americans were…
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For a long time it was believed that vitamin D was a nutrient that merely helped with the absorption of calcium in the body and thus contributed to stronger bones. Turns out that Vitamin D does much more than that. Studies have revealed that vitamin D can prevent an impressive number of serious health conditions….
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Taking 300 mg of St. John’s Wort three times a day can help relieve symptoms of depression… Read more »
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If you are concerned about developing osteoporosis, you are not alone. More than 8 million women and 2 million men in the United States suffer from this disease. As a result of the loss of bone mass and density caused by osteoporosis, more than 2 million people suffer from severe fractures of the hip and…
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Did you know that polar bear liver is so rich in Vitamin A that eating an entire polar bear liver can be fatal to humans? It’s true. Learn 19 more fun facts just like this one by viewing our infographic at MultivitaminGuide.org/FunFacts. Read more »
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Interesting research out of Louisiana State University School of Medicine has compared sleepiness in individuals during the day based on their vitamin D levels using the 25-Hydroxy Blood Test, which is the most common test in determining vitamin D levels in the body. Read more »
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If someone was to ask you what is the one supplement you can take to improve your mood, lower your risk of heart attack, and help prevent osteoporosis, what would your response be?
Most people would not think of magnesium, but every organ in your body uses this essential mineral. To help you understand just how…
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There is nothing more precious than those moments when your baby looks into your eyes and smiles. At that point you know that you would do anything to give her the best chance in life that she can possibly have. Supplementing her food with omega-3 fatty acids early on may just be one of the…
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If you are afflicted by schizophrenia you know that any supplement that reduces some of the debilitating symptoms of this disease is worth a try. A recent research study conducted by Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) offers hope for treating some symptoms of schizophrenia with folate and vitamin B12. While prescription medications work well to treat…
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