Critcal Vitamins for Every Woman

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS

Critical Vitamins for Every Woman
Dr. Oz sheds light on one of the most confusing health issues: What vitamins you should be taking daily.

Courtesy of DrOz.Com
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/critical-vitamins-every-woman

If you’ve ever stood paralyzed in the vitamins aisle, facing the alphabet soup of supplements, fear no more. This is Dr. Oz’s list of critical vitamins that every woman should be taking. And if you know your ABC’s, this list should be easy to remember!

Helpful Hint:
When purchasing your vitamins, check for bottles labeled 100% daily allowance on label.

A Multivitamin
Multivitamins fulfill your nutritional needs for the day. Take half in the morning and half at night. Multivitamins contain:

Vitamin A – critical for healthy vision and skin
Vitamin B – a metabolism booster
Vitamin C – keeps your immune system strong, especially important during cold and flu season.
Vitamin D – promotes healthy bones (and your immune system)
Vitamin E – for healthy development of muscles and brain function

Additional Vitamin D
Dr. Oz recommends taking additional vitamin D.

Omega 3’s
To keep your brain, heart and eyes healthy, take Omega 3’s every day. For women, the daily dose of Omega 3s is 1000 mg; for men, the dosage is 600 mg.

Source: http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/critical-vitamins-every-woman


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Time-Release Vitamins & Supplements

Garden of Healing® Supplement Advisor: Time-Release Vitamins

QUESTION:

Dear Garden of Healing® Supplement Advisor:

What are time-release vitamins and how do they work? Are they better than regular vitamins?

ANSWER:

There's really no evidence to suggest that time-release vitamins are better than your usual multi-vitamin, multi-mineral.

Of course, getting nutrients from food is always the best way to stay healthy. Some professionals believe that if you're eating a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits and veggies, and healthy sources of proteins, there's no reason to take vitamins at all.

If you take sufficient vitamins and minerals "time release" is not necessary.

Think of it this way; just do multiple dosing throughout the day yourself. This will save you money as time-released supplements are generally more expensive.

Some people "pulse" vitamin C throughout the week; do the same with your multi during the day.

Time-release is mostly a gimmick. Manufacturers want to differentiate their products from competitors by inferring special features that will make you more likely to purchase.

In the case of vitamins E and C; these may be more potent in their natural forms, but the difference is not significant. Some supplements, like folic acid, are actually better absorbed in their synthetic form.

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