When taken orally, English Ivy acts as an expectorant, and provides relief from bronchospasms. This helps to clear mucous that builds up in the respiratory tract during a cold or bronchitis, and helps to quiet spasms that cause the urge to cough. The extract calms bronchial spasms by constricting the veins and causing relaxation of the cough reflex. According to various controlled clinical studies conducted in Germany, the component in the ivy extract that provides these medicinal benefits, is Prospan.  Although more clinical trials need to be conducted, the extract may also be useful in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). English Ivy has also been utilized to help relieve painful gout and rheumatic pain. In order to treat the symptoms of bronchitis, the recommended dosage of the crude extract is .3 grams per day. No known adverse effects of English Ivy have been documented, nor has any drug interactions been reported. The safety of consuming English Ivy during pregnancy or breastfeeding has not been established, therefor women should ask their physician before using. Anyone planning to start taking English Ivy, should consult their physician, and/or a qualified herbal medical practitioner.

Because of the antibacterial and anti-fungal properties of English Ivy, it is used in various skin preparations. English Ivy extract has emollient properties, and relieves itching and inflammation, alleviating discomfort caused by allergic reactions and skin irritation. The topical preparation can be used to treat burns, acne, boils, warts and impetigo. English Ivy is also used in teas, shampoos, cosmetics, as well as some cellulite creams and wraps, and in various weight loss treatments.
With the guidance of a knowledgeable medical professional, English Ivy can be a safe and beneficial herbal alternative for the treatment of respiratory illnesses and skin problems.

The elderberry fruit grows in clusters on a flowering elderberry bush. The berries of the bush are available in a variety of colors including black, blue and red. The red berries cannot be consumed because they are poisonous, however, the black elderberry is most commonly used to treat illnesses and for its health benefits. These berries are low on calories and high on nutrition. They provide Vitamin C, calcium, beta-carotene, and potassium. The elderberry bushes grow in North America, Africa and Europe. It is a plant that can adapt to different climate conditions and produces berries in the months of August and September.

In more modern times, the elderberry fruit is still used to treat respiratory illnesses. It relieves the symptoms of the flu, asthma and bronchitis because it helps to reduce congestion. In addition, it is believed that the elderberry prevents viruses from invading cells by attacking them. Another benefit is that they help to boost the immune system to protect you against diseases. In fact, drinking the juice of an elderberry on a daily basis is believed to help guard against infections caused by yeast, viruses or even bacteria.

In addition to fighting and preventing illness the elderberry has been found to have other health benefits. A study conducted by Dr. Michael Murkovic and Dr. Werner Pfannhauser at the University of Graz, Austria demonstrated that the elderberry may be able to lower cholesterol levels. This is because the elderberry extract actually lowers the density of the bad cholesterol which lowers the risk of stroke or heart attack. Another benefit of the elderberry is as an aid to weight loss. At least one study conducted at the University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany by C. Chrubasik and his associates showed that participants who drank elderberry juice daily were able to lose significant amounts of weight.

The elderberry can be consumed in several different ways. It can be made into a wine, brewed into a tea or juice, cooked into a syrup as well as eaten as a fruit. It is believed to be useful as a laxative, a diuretic and an antioxidant. In fact, the antioxidant properties of the berry are believed to aid in promoting healthy skin and slowing down the aging process. Moreover, it is now possible to purchase elderberry supplements in capsule or extract form as well as lozenges.

Everyday Vitamin carries Nature’s Way Umcka Elderberry Intensive Cold & Flu and Nature’s Way Black Elderberry. Consumers seeking a natural way to treat their cold and flu symptoms can find relief with Nature’s Way Elderberry homeopathic products.

Today cinnamon comes in four main types available for consumption. Cassia and Ceylon are used most often. Ceylon cinnamon is most often referred to as pure cinnamon. It costs more and tastes sweet. Consumers can purchase it at specialty stores. Cassia cinnamon is darker, and is the variety most often found in North American grocery stores.

Research studies suggest that cinnamon has anti-parasitic, antifungal and antibacterial properties. It has been used to successfully treat stomach ulcers, head lice and yeast infections.

Cinnamon also has anti-inflammatory properties. Many diets consist of foods that cause inflammation of internal organs and tissue. A diet with a regular portion of cinnamon could reduce inflammation. This means cinnamon may cause a risk reduction of heart disease, heart attack and stroke. 

Studies suggest that cinnamon may reduce serum cholesterol, triglycerides, blood sugar in people with Type-2 Diabetes. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) performed a study consisting of 60 people with Type 2 Diabetes living in Pakistan.  Each individual in the study consumed a gram of cinnamon every day, for a 40 day period. Each person’s LDL cholesterol, triglycerides as well as total cholesterol was significantly reduced by the end of the study. Another study published in Diabetes Care showed that consuming 1-6 grams of cinnamon per day reduces serum glucose, triglyceride, LDL cholesterol, and total cholesterol in people with type 2 diabetes, and may be used to reduce the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.

Cinnamon can also help people get enough dietary fiber, calcium, iron and manganese in their diet. There have also been studies that show just smelling cinnamon has caused people to experience an improvement in performing certain tasks, as well as with memory.

Other studies have shown that cinnamon provides an anti-clotting element within the blood.  When honey and cinnamon are combined they’ve been successfully used to ease pain caused by arthritis. It’s also been proven to be a natural aide in relief from migraines and curing headaches.

When cinnamon is used regularly in food, it impedes food spoilage as well as bacterial growth. It also has been demonstrated to fight the E. coli bacteria found in juices that are unpasteurized.

Reasonable amounts of cinnamon provide many health benefits. When used in high quantities it can become toxic, especially to people who have problems with their liver. 

Cinnamon also comes in extract form and can be consumed as a dietary supplement. Take a look at the cinnamon extract products we have in our inventory!

Raw garlic has been used medicinally for over one thousand years. Its main beneficial ingredient is called allicin and has been found to have extraordinary anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. With all these benefits of garlic key ingredient it is no wonder garlic is often thought as a wonder food.

Many of the benefits of garlic are experienced when the food is eaten on a regular basis. Regular consumption of garlic will have amazing benefits to the blood stream, cardiovascular and immune systems. Garlic can help to control blood sugar, control blood cholesterol, lower blood pressure and boost the immune system of the body.

Garlic also has an effect on easing digestion and lowering the risk of certain cancers, such as colon cancer, stomach cancer, and esophageal cancer.

Garlic can also be used to relieve respiratory problems such as allergies, cough and other irritations of the respiratory tract. This is due to allicin's (garlic's primary sulfur ingredient) antibacterial and antiviral properties. Unlike the other benefits of garlic, if taking this supplement for allergies you should consume raw garlic every day a few weeks before the allergy season is set to begin.

Another benefit of consuming raw garlic is toothache pain relief.  As allicin acts as an anti-bacterial and an anesthetic, a clove of crushed garlic can be applied to the affected tooth or gum for nearly instantaneous relief.
 
In most cases, around 600-900mg of garlic is a suitable amount to experience the benefits of garlic. While there are no serious side effects, people who consume large quantities of garlic can experience heartburn, stomach irritation, and flatulence, or those who are allergic to the food may experience side effects.

If introducing raw garlic is difficult to consumer for your lifestyle or if you don't appreciate the taste of garlic, you can alternatively take garlic extract dietary supplements. Research has shown that supplements provide the same health benefits as that of raw garlic itself. Additionally, in some cases it may prove to be more beneficial to consume garlic in a supplement form. This is because the stomach may destroy the allicin in the garlic during the digestion process. When taking a supplement, no more that 1-2 tablets should be take each day.

Please note that, as with any supplement or health ingredient, it is important to consult with your doctor or physician to determine the best method and frequency of consumption for your health concerns and needs.

Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) December 20, 2012 - EverydayVitamin.com, an online retailer of branded vitamins and dietary supplements, announced that it carries the popular Omega-3 and Krill Oil brand, Schiff MegaRed® Omega-3 Krill Oil. Everyday Vitamin adds this brand to its abundant array of leading Schiff vitamins and supplement products. 

“We are very pleased to add this fine product to our vast array of Omega-3 supplement choices and top-of-the-line Schiff products,” said Wayne Xu, Vice President of Everyday Vitamin Nutrition LLC. “MegaRed® has is one of the most popular brands in the Omega-3 category and we are excited to offer this product to our customers seeking to maintain their cardiovascular and joint health.” 

EverydayVitamin.com adds MegaRed® to a line of strong Schiff products such as: Move Free® Joint Care, Prostate Health, Super Fruit, and other general vitamins and supplements for men and women. 

About Omega-3 Krill Oil 

Krill Oil is made from tiny shrimp-like species that live in the cold waters of the Antarctic Ocean. 

Krill oil has an abundant source of three main nutrients: Omega-3 fatty acids, phospholipid-derived fatty acids (PLFA), and astaxanthins, a critical carotenoid antioxidant. These ingredients have all been shown in clinical studies to have very crucial benefits to support cardiovascular, metabolic, and join health. Krill oil’s fatty acids are readily absorbable and into human cells in phospholipid form, making Krill oil much more soluble than fish oil. PLFA form the structure of cell membranes, and the fatty acids are easily recognized and utilized by the body. Krill oil’s phospholipids prevent it from having the fishy after-taste that fish oil does.

As essential for our bodies and found primarily in fish, Omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) play an important role in and have been shown in numerous clinical studies to: 

• Reduce triglyceride levels
• Maintain cardiovascular health by lowering the risk of heart disease
• Reduce stiffness and joint pain in Rheumatoid Arthritis sufferers
• Boost pre-natal health for expecting mothers
• Reduce inflammation, which is also a key component in asthma
• Maintain cognitive health: further studies are needed to validate effectiveness for ADHD, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and depression. 

When compared to omega-3 fish oil, another brand of Omega-3 Krill oil was demonstrated in a 2004 randomized, placebo-controlled clinical study to be more effective at reducing glucose, triglycerides, and low-density lipoproteins (LDL) levels. 

A 2003 double-blind and randomized trial showed that the same brand of Krill oil was significantly more effective at reducing premenstrual symptoms and dysmenorrhea (menstrual pain) in women of reproductive age compared to omega-3 fish oil. 

Astaxanthins are essentially antioxidants that protect cells against free radical damage. They are primarily found in certain types of fish and algae, and may have benefits for anti-aging, skin health, reducing high blood pressure, and eye health. 

Over the years, Omega 3 Krill Oil has increased in popularity among consumers and garnered praise and support from renowned nutrition-focused physicians like Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Michael Eades and has generally received positive media attention.

As a quality supplement manufacturer, Schiff ensures that its products follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and are rigorously and routinely tested for purity, quality and contamination with bacteria and heavy metal.

Krill oil has minimal side effects, but should be avoided if a potential user is pregnant, has undergone surgery, has an allergy to or cannot consume shellfish. Potential users should first consult with their doctors before taking this product. 

Bayer Healthcare Acquires Schiff Nutrition 

In October 2012, the Consumer Care Division of Bayer Healthcare, a leading healthcare and pharma company, agreed to purchase Schiff for USD$1.2B by the end of the year. This deal comes after Schiff projected net sales for 2013 to increase between 43-46% with new brands, including acquisition of Airborne®. 

Disclaimer: Please note that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. 

About Everyday Vitamin 

Everyday Vitamin Nutrition LLC, is a natural health company based in Brooklyn, NY and online retailer that aims to promote nutrition and health through the sale of vitamins and supplement products, herbs and homeopathic remedies. These products include vitamins, minerals, dietary supplements, diet and weight loss teas that provide numerous health benefits that assist in weight loss management, exercise nutrition and improving overall health.

Everyday Vitamin carries hundreds of well-known, trusted brands such as Genesis Today, Life Extension, Nature’s Way, and Now, which have been proven safe and effective by solid scientific research.

Visit Everyday Vitamin at: www.everydayvitamin.com for more information.

Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) December 18, 2012 - Everyday Vitamin is pleased to announce that they carry the Alive!® Whole Food Energizer supplements by Nature’s Way. These products solidify Everyday Vitamin’s position as a nutrition company that specialize in addressing both men’s and women’s personal health concerns. 

Hectic everyday lives Americans lead leave very few opportunities for them to maintain proper nutrition. Both men and women need different amounts of certain vitamins to maintain optimal health, but are not obtaining them on a daily basis. “If consumers are looking for more than just a multi-vitamin, supplementation with Alive is the answer,” said Wayne Xu, Vice President of Everyday Vitamin Nutrition LLC. "Alive offers a single supplement that both male and female consumers can take to address their overall health concerns.” 

About Alive!® 

In addition to providing high dosages of essential everyday vitamins, minerals, what makes the Alive!® formula so effective is that it contains nutrients from fruits, vegetables and potent homeopathic ingredients that provide maximum nutrition to optimally support men’s and women’s health. As a whole food, it provides daily nutrition from fruits, vegetables, and a green food/spirulina blend. Spirulina is a blue-green algae species that is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids, and antioxidants and is typically taken as a dietary supplement. It also contains ingredients have been shown in scientific literature and ayurvedic medicine to have benefit in many therapeutic areas. 

Specifically, Alive!® Max Potency for women provides nourishment for a health urinary tract and hair, skin and nails: 

• Urinary tract health with a branded cranberry blend called CranRx™
• Hair, skin, and nails health with a blend of horsetail grass, and grapeseed extract antioxidants 

Alive!® Max Potency for Men provides optimal amounts of minerals needed to protect the prostate and provides much needed energy boost for those workouts at the gym or for general relief of sluggishness: 

• Energy and overall health – with a whole food blend containing 18 amino acids including glutamic acid, aspartic acid, arginine, leucine, lysine, serine, phenylalanine, valine, isoleucine, alanine, proline, glycine, etc. and a garden vegetable blend with parsley, kale, spinach, wheat grass, brussel  sprouts, and other vegetables.
• Prostate health – with a blend of Saw Palmetto and tomato extract (for lycopene)
• Energy and Endurance – with a blend of Siberian Eleuthero, Rhodiola Rosea extract, Korean Ginseng, and Gotu Kola 

For both men and women: 

• Cardiovascular Health provided by Hawthorn, Japanese Knotweed for Resveratrol, and Coenzyme Q10 blend
• Immune Defense provided by a 12 organic mushroom blend (Cordyseps, Reishi, Shiitake, Hiratake, Maitake, Yamabushitake, etc.)
• Digestive health provided by a concentrated enzyme blend 

In addition to Alive!® Men’s and Women’s Max Potency supplements, EverydayVitamin.com carries the entire suite of Nature’s Way Alive!® products including: 

• Alive! Once Daily Women’s Ultra Potency
• Alive! Once Daily Men’s Ultra Potency
• Alive! Once Daily Women’s 50+ Ultra Potency
• Alive! Once Daily Men’s 50+ Ultra Potency
• Alive! Energy 50+ Multi-vitamin and Multi-mineral
• Alive! Women’s Energy Multi-vitamin
• Alive! Children’s Chewable Multi-vitamin 

As part of any diet plan, this supplement must accompany exercise and a balanced diet. 

About Everyday Vitamin 

Everyday Vitamin Nutrition LLC, is a natural health company based in Brooklyn, NY and online retailer that aims to promote nutrition and health through the sale of vitamins and supplement products, herbs and homeopathic remedies. These products include vitamins, minerals, dietary supplements, diet and weight loss teas that provide numerous health benefits that assist in weight loss management, exercise nutrition and improving overall health.

Everyday Vitamin carries hundreds of well-known, trusted brands such as Genesis Today, Life Extension, Nature’s Way, and Now, which have been proven safe and effective by solid scientific research.

Visit Everyday Vitamin at: www.everydayvitamin.com for more information.

Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) December 07, 2012 - NOW Foods is one of the most popular dietary supplement brands at Everyday Vitamin. They are committed to improving the health of all people, regardless of economic status. NOW Foods formulates its supplements out of natural organic ingredients easily processed by the body. Their unique products make it easy to achieve healthy goals in various therapeutic categories such as cardiovascular health, cognition, gastrointestinal, immune, and joint support, liver health, weight management, and many others. 

Some of the Now Foods brands that EverydayVitamin.com carries include: top seller, Now 7-Keto DHEA metabolite, B12 for nervous system health, Co-Q10 for heart health, Amino Complete and Beta-Alanine for sports nutrition, Now Foods AAKG 3500, Now Foods Acai, among many others.

Nature's Way takes a more spiritual approach to health. Nature's Way does not devalue traditional medicine, but takes a more balanced approach through herbal medicine and supplements for natural health and healing. Their line of products includes single herbs and herbal extracts, homeopathic remedies, full line vitamins and minerals, and specialty products. Many of their supplements contain natural fruit extracts, whole fruits, and other plant-derived ingredients. Nature's Way is licensed to manufacture pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, and its facilities, methods and ingredients have been certified organic. Their balanced view of nutrition applies scientific knowledge to simple remedies. 

Some of the Nature’s Way brands EverydayVitamin.com carries are: Alive! Whole Food Energizer Multivitamin, Alive! Once Daily Women’s Ultra Potency, Alive! Once Daily Men’s Ultra Potency, Ginger Root 100mg, Nettle Leaf 435mg, Milk Thistle Standardized, among plenty others.

For those who wish to supplement a healthy diet and lose weight can find satisfaction with Prince of Peace products. Prince of Peace’s products help achieve emotional and spiritual wellness. Prince of Peace are mostly known for their variety of ancient Asian organic herbal teas, such as Ginseng, Green Tea, and Oolong Tea, but also offer herbal extract formulas, dietary supplements, and gourmet products.

Among some of Prince of Peace’s products carried by EverydayVitamin.com are:

Premium Pu-Erh Tea, 100% Organic Premium Peony White Tea, Premium Oolong Tea, Jasmine Green Tea, etc. 

Now Foods, Nature’s Way, and Prince of Peace manufacture(s) products that strictly adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines and safety standards, and contain high-quality raw ingredients that have been rigorously tested in state-of-the-art laboratories. 

EverydayVitamin.com offers complimentary shipping on orders over $50, and the website contains health guides to educate customers on supplements, supplement benefits and healthy living. 

About Everyday Vitamin 

Everyday Vitamin Nutrition LLC, is a natural health company based inBrooklyn,NYand online retailer that aims to promote nutrition and health through the sale of vitamins and supplement products, herbs and homeopathic remedies. These products include vitamins, minerals, dietary supplements, diet and weight loss teas that provide numerous health benefits that assist in weight loss management, exercise nutrition and improving overall health.

EverydayVitamin.com carries hundreds of well-known, trusted brands such as Genesis Today, Life Extension, Nature’s Way, and Now, which have been proven safe and effective by solid scientific research.

Visit www.everydayvitamin.com for more information.

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Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) December 14, 2012 - Manufactured by INO’Real SA and P.L. Thomas & Co, Inc. and granted patent in 2012 (Patent #CA 2648985), Satiereal® Saffron Extract is a new proprietary formula indicated for the use of satiety for healthy weight management. It is a proprietary extract formula of saffron stigmas extract (Crocus sativus L.) which enhances the activity of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that influences feelings of appetite, mood and snacking behaviors. Saffron Extract has long been known as a nutraceutical to support healthy weight and is a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food ingredient. Satiereal® Saffron Extract is the only saffron-based proprietary ingredient that has clinical studies to validate its claims as a weight loss ingredient. 

The science behind Satiereal® Saffron Extract is impressive. A four-week randomized and controlled pilot study showed that 100% of women who received the extract stated that they decreased food intake while none of the women who took the placebo substance had that effect. Participants taking the extract lost an average of 1.65 kg of body weight and 1.41 kg of body fat. An eight-week randomized, controlled clinical study (published in Nutrition Research in 2010) conducted with 60 slightly overweight women who took Satiereal® showed a decrease in snacking by 55% compared to 27% reduction by placebo.  The decrease in appetite was 84% and the decrease in sugar cravings was 78%. 

Satiereal® Saffron Extract can be found in a range of products, including dietary supplements, functional foods, snacks, smoothies, and gum chews. One such product is a dietary supplement called RE-BODY® Saffron Hunger Caps™ (http://www.everydayvitamin.com/hunger-caps-appetite-control-formula-with-satiereal-saffron-extract.html), manufactured by RE-BODY®, a nutritional supplement manufacturer that specializes in weight loss nutrition with Saffron-derived products. Before becoming patented, Satiereal® extract was endorsed by Dr. Mehmet Oz for its breakthrough weight loss benefits and garnered media attention, and products containing Satiereal® like RE-BODY® Saffron Hunger Caps™, RE-BODY® Saffron Hunger Chews™, and FemBody™ Appetite Control 100™ became top-selling brands over a short period of time.  

Many manufacturers have created “me-too” Saffron extract products that claim, but do not contain the same patented Satiereal® Saffron Extract. For that reason, those “me-too” products do not guarantee the same weight loss benefits.

An online vitamin and supplement retail store that sells Satiereal® Saffron Extract-containing products is Everyday Vitamin, www.everydayvitamin.com, a natural health company based in Brooklyn,NY. Everyday Vitamin carries RE-BODY® Saffron Hunger Caps™ and RE-BODY® Saffron Hunger Chews™, both of which contain 88.5 mg of Satiereal® Saffron Extract (.34% Safranal). The recommended use is one capsule twice daily before meals. 

About Everyday Vitamin 

Everyday Vitamin Nutrition LLC, is a natural health company based in Brooklyn,NYand online retailer that aims to promote nutrition and health through the sale of vitamins and supplement products, herbs and homeopathic remedies. These products include vitamins, minerals, dietary supplements, diet and weight loss teas that provide numerous health benefits that assist in weight loss management, exercise nutrition and improving overall health.

Everyday Vitamin carries hundreds of well-known, trusted brands such as Genesis Today, Life Extension, Nature’s Way, and Now, which have been proven safe and effective by solid scientific research.

Visit Everyday Vitamin at: www.everydayvitamin.com for more information.

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Probiotics in simple terms are good bacteria that help break down food and aid in digestion. Probiotics are found in a variety of foods, and are available in supplemental form as well. While probiotics are great for digestion, a person who isn't used to taking them may feel a bit overwhelmed at first as their body gets used to digestion that runs smoothly. If probiotics are introduced too quickly, stomach upset can often occur. As the body gets used to probiotics these upsets do go away, however.

Yogurt is a common and cost effective form of probiotics. When purchasing yogurt, look for labels that state live cultures in the ingredient list, a sure sign that the good bacteria you need to break down your food are present. Not all yogurts are created the same, however, and some are more designed to aid in digestion than others. If you're not a yogurt fan, whole grains and granola often contain high levels of probiotics to help with digestion.

In addition to keeping your digestion on track, probiotics help the immune system by keeping healthy bacteria on-hand to ward away bad bacteria that can make you sick. With probiotics, you can live a healthier life, feel less bloated, more energized, and feel healthier than ever before.

Probiotics are easy to add to your diet on a regular basis to help keep your digestive and immune systems healthy and on track. When shopping for probiotics, look for the live cultures that will keep your digestion running smoothly. Make sure when you first introduce your body to probiotics you do so in small amounts, as too much of a good thing can actually cause your stomach to be upset. Before long, you will notice your digestion improving like never before, and the many benefits of probiotics will become part of your daily life.

Everyday Vitamin carries a diverse array of probiotic dietary supplements including:

• Probiotic Acidophilus by Schiff
• GenEssentials Probiotic by Genesis Today
• Probiotic by Culturelle
• Triple Probiotic by Nature Made

Check out our full line of dietary supplements here.

Antioxidants are instrumental in the body functioning as it should, better put, they are key in the body running optimally. However, it can sometimes be challenging to know which antioxidants can specifically help your heart to perform better, and not just things like your immune system, which most antioxidants are beneficial towards. So with this in mind, there are a few key antioxidants that are very good for your heart, and some simple ways to consume these in your everyday diet.

Vitamin C is often considered as the leading immune system builder, but it also contains active antioxidants that are key in deterring cardiovascular health concerns. Considering the widespread nature of this vitamin, you can eat a lot of different things to get your daily recommended values. Citrus fruits, berries, dark leafy vegetables, kiwi and cantaloupe are all good sources to get these antioxidants into your system.

Beta carotene is something that the jury is still undecided on. For the studies that have been performed on it, there were cases where people could significantly benefit from it while others showed little response. This is when it was taken apart from supplements, as in this form it is often discouraged by medical professionals. Good sources of beta carotene are red, orange, and yellow vegetables and fruits. Some examples of these would be sweet potatoes, carrots, yellow peppers, and apricots.

Selenium is responsible also for releasing antioxidants to fight free radicals in your body. These free radicals are often responsible for many detrimental conditions including heart disease and other similar cardiovascular concerns. Oatmeal, chicken, garlic, seafood and many vegetables are packed with selenium.

Aconite Napellus

Aconite is best used for a cold that comes on suddenly, with symptoms of a dry cough, fever, runny nose and thirst.  You can find Aconite in health food stores in pill form, and it may be called Monkshood. Be careful of dosing when using this remedy, as an overdose causes fatal poisoning.

Arsenicum Album

Arsenicum album is most often used for people that are experiencing frequent colds with symptoms of sore throats and cough, both being worse after midnight. Many people that use this have symptoms that are focused on the right of their body. It can be found in health food stores as a tincture, powder or pellet and is often taken as a supplement to avoid the common cold.

Ferrum Phosphoricum

Ferrum Phosphoricum treats cold symptoms that come on slowly and are focused on the right side. This remedy comes in tincture and capsule form and can be bought at health food stores. It can assist in bringing down a fever and lessening ear.

Phosphorus

Phosphorus works best with patients who have coughs and extreme thirst. It helps patients who may only have a runny or blocked nose on one side. It is to be taken at the first signs of the cold and is available in tincture or pill form.

There are many more homeopathic remedies for the common cold on the market. The best place to find them is in health food stores and online, but you should always research the remedy and consult with a doctor before using. Some remedies have toxic effects if taken in doses that are too high. If you are knowledgeable and careful, these homeopathic remedies can be of great assistance during cold and flu season.

Free radicals can be found in our own metabolic system, but also from outside sources. Pollution, smog, smoke from cigarettes, pipes, and cigars, pesticides, and radiation are just a few free radicals found in the environment.

Antioxidants can be very important and can help us greatly. Antioxidants can be found naturally in fresh fruits and vegetables, especially those with high vitamins of A, C, E, beta-carotene and selenium. They can also be found in nuts, seeds, soy, wine, tea,  legumes, and grains. Culinary and medicinal herbs also contain high levels of  antioxidants. It is best to consume these items raw and uncooked, providing the highest levels of the vitamins. You will find the highest level of antioxidants in the raw food that are dark green, blue, red, orange, and yellow. When we ingest these antioxidants, free radical damage is stopped.

Antioxidants can build up your immune system and help stop many chronic diseases. Many studies have shown that antioxidants may reduce your chance of acquiring cancer, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, getting heart disease, arthritis, or eye diseases. There are many health benefits to antioxidants, particularly with your immune system.

In addition to consuming and digesting natural forms of antioxidants, you can add antioxidant supplements to your diet. Antioxidant supplements are a synthetic, man-made form of the vitamin. While adding supplements to your diet, it is still important to maintain your healthy diet which includes plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. People choose to take antioxidant supplements for a number of reasons. For example, they take it to improve their health, boost their immune system, to prevent many diseases, allergy relief, younger looking skin, increased energy, and better sleep. You can find these antioxidant supplements in health stores, drug stores, or many places online.

What is Nitric Oxide?

Nitric oxide is a gas molecule that is produced and released within endothelial cells. There is an enzyme called 'nitric oxide synthase' that facilitates the union of L-arginine and oxygen, this forms nitric oxide. Even though nitric oxide is not found in foods, these foods will stimulate production in the body: Watermelon, tofu, and dark chocolate.

Blood Cells and Oxygen: Muscle tissue thrives on oxygen, and blood is the carrier of oxygen. Increasing the nitric oxide production in your body relaxes the arterial passages, this in turn allows the red blood cells to transport oxygen faster to muscle during a workout - this is a big benefit for bodybuilders. 

Bodybuilding Benefits of Nitric Oxide

Working hard in the gym, eating right, proper rest; these are all things you need to do as a serious bodybuilder, but in today's world you can do more.

Fatigue and Recovery: Results is what you're looking for, and nitric oxide can help immensely in this area. As mentioned, feuling your body with nitric oxide increases blood flow, and this is just what is needed to reduce fatigue. Reduced fatigue means a quicker recovery, and a quicker recovery means more workouts. These workouts will be productive workouts - this is all due to increased blood flow and more oxygen reaching muscle tissue.

Strength and Endurance Booster: More reps, longer workouts; this is where you will see profound benefits using nitric oxide. It's all about efficient usage of oxygen and blood flow. The key is getting these things to your muscles during and after a workout, and this is where nitric oxide helps.

Leveling Body Temperature: A workout raises your body temperature, but in bodybuilding the workout is much more intense, so with good blood flow your body use less energy maintaining its temperature. Your blood is like a cooling system, one of its functions is to keep the body temperature within a normal operating range. If it's using more energy during a workout for this purpose, what do you think happens to muscles? They fatigue quicker - the results: Poor Workout.

Increase Glucose Usage: In bodybuilding fat is the enemy. Nitric oxide helps in burning off fat tissue and using glucose as fuel. This assists in the overall goal of a bodybuilder: Reducing their body fat index reading.  

If you're looking for a performance boosting supplement, then you must include nitric oxide on your list - take your workout to the next level.

You may not be aware of the 23 types (this number varies) of amino acids that aid bodybuilding, but these acids and proteins are necessary to build muscle. Nine of the amino acids are classified as essential, while the others are categorized as non-essential amino acids. Essential amino acids are gathered from your nutritional intake, but non-essential amino acids can be combined from other amino acids that the human body produces. You need to eat foods with the essential amino acids on a daily basis to prevent degradation of the body’s muscle. Aspartic acid, glutamine, serine and proline are some of the non-essential amino acids that your body can produce on its own. Leucine, histidine, valine and threonine are some of the essential amino acids you receive from the foods you intake.

Amino acids are found in complete and incomplete protein foods. Whole grains, nuts, seeds and legumes are incomplete food proteins that you need to incorporate into your diet. Eggs, milk, soy products, cheese, seafood, chicken and fish are some of the complete protein foods full of amino acids. Glutamine is an extremely important amino acid that your body produces. Arginine and ornithine are also high in muscle tissue, but glutamine is necessary for muscle repair and building. Glutamine also fights your cravings for foods, such as sweets and pastries, which could keep you from building your dream body.

As a bodybuilder, you need more amino acid intake than the average person. You may take amino acid supplements to aid bodybuilding, but you must remember to take normal doses; extreme doses of amino acid supplements can lead to dangerous health problems. Amino acid supplements aid in muscle energy and growth. Glutamine, ornithine and arginine are all included in a good amino acid supplement program. The best times to take amino acid supplements are before and after a workout, and before you go to bed. In addition to the amino acid supplements you take, incorporate a quality protein shake to keep your muscles fed at all times throughout the day.

Studies have shown that CLA is promising when it comes to weight control. These studies show that CLA reduces body fat while increasing the amount of lean body mass. A person who takes about 3 grams of CLA a day can lose about a pound in five weeks, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 2007 (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15159244) Another study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in June, 2004 found that male and female subjects who took CLA for a year also saw a reduction in their body fat as well as an increase in their lean body mass.

CLA not only reduces body fat, but it also increases weight loss and seems to prevent the user from regaining the weight that they lost. Studies have also found CLA to be safe. One study that followed people who took 6 grams of CLA over the course of a year determined that they suffered no bad side effects from taking the supplement. However, some people who take CLA supplements have been known to complain of digestive upsets like stomachache, nausea, and diarrhea, though these problems were alleviated when CLA was taken with food. Other people complain of being a bit tired after taking CLA supplements. In some obese people, CLA supplements raised their level of “bad” cholesterol and lowered their levels of “good” cholesterol.

Nutritionists recommend that people take from .7 to 6.8 grams per day of CLA if they want to control their weight, though the benefits don’t seem to increase if the person takes more than 3.4 grams a day. People should consult with their doctor before they begin CLA supplementation.

Here are a few suggestions to help naturally reduce stress and help maintain emotional balance.

1. Daily Meditation or Yoga: Studies have shown that those who take time each day to meditate or practice yoga stretches experience much less stress and experience less frequent mood swings than those who don’t. The key is relaxation, so if yoga and meditation isn’t particularly your forte, any small way to incorporate moments rest throughout your day will work just as well.

2. Get Enough Sleep each night: Lack of a proper night’s rest can cause hormonal imbalances in the body, and lead to more stress the next day. Try to get at least 6-8 hours of sleep each night to be fully alert to handle the next day’s load.

3. Develop Proper Eating Habits: Maintaining a proper, healthy diet rich in fresh, organic vegetables and fruits, as well as nuts and seeds can help keep your body in balance, and better equipped to handle life’s stress. Avoid processed carbohydrates, sugary soft drinks, and fried foods. These types of foods often contain harmful hormones that can be detrimental to your body.

4. Avoid Caffeine: As daunting as a day without coffee may seem, coffee, and other caffeinated drinks can cause the adrenal gland to start over-producing hormones which can cause emotional imbalance.

5. Exercise: Take a few hours each week to exercise. You can join a gym, or exercise at home—even take the dog out for an extra long walk every day. If you stick with a routine that works for you, and stay consistent, half an hour, just three times a week is all you need.

6. Take Herbal Supplements: Some excellent examples of herbal supplements are palmetto, dandelion, wild yam, motherwort, and blessed thistle. These herbs have been known to balance hormones and reduce stress.

7. Take Vitamin and Mineral Supplements: Vitamin and mineral supplements are also excellent in helping to naturally balance out your hormones and maintain a healthy emotional balance. Keep your cupboards stocked with quality supplements that contain calcium, magnesium, vitamin C, vitamin E, and essentially the full range of B complex vitamins.
With these simple tips, you should be able to find natural ways to decrease the amount of stress in your life, and stay emotionally balanced.

There are plenty of hair, skin and nails formulas on the market that make bold promises, but you must be absolutely sure about what's inside these products to ensure your hair, skin, and nails react accordingly. It is also important to understand that everyone's body reacts differently. What works for you may not work for someone else. This is especially true when it comes to the hair.

The best products are whole food formulas because they provide the building blocks for healthy hair growth and beautiful skin and nails. One of the things your body needs is collagen. Collagen is absolutely important, and the unfortunate thing about it is that your body looses it as you age. You need to take supplements and formulas that support maintaining natural and healthy collagen.

Your keratin levels are also very important. Keratin is a structural protein that helps make your fingernails hard. A sign that your keratin levels are depleted is if your fingernails are brittle, cracked, or chipped. This is an indication of how important the essential amino acids are in producing natural supplies of these scleroproteins.

While healthy hair, skin, and nails are important to you, you don't want to keep track of several different pills and formulas. The good news is that there are formulas on the market that contain all these vital ingredients in one capsule that you'll take either once or twice a day. With many of them, it is also okay to double up on your doses for the first month to give yourself a strong foundation to build on.

The health of your hair, skin, and nails starts from within. Hair and nail growth starts far beyond the skins surface and then grows out. By the time hair reaches the outside, it is already a dead tissue. This is why that as much as you use external products for your hair as well as your skin, it is so vitally important to supply those essential nutrients from the inside. This means that hair volume formulas, body lotions, and skin creams aren't enough to maintain a healthy balance of nutrients.
To have healthy hair, skin, and nails you must supply your body with essential nutrients from within. Those nutrients will translate into healthy hair, beautiful skin, and strong nails.

Before you start taking different vitamins or supplements, ask your doctor for his/her approval. You can buy these vitamins and supplements online or you can go to any health food store and you’ll be sure to find them there. You might find it easier to just take to vitamin or supplement itself instead of looking for them in certain foods.

B vitamins can help you improve your memory, they produce red blood cells that will carry oxygen to your brain and help your memory. If you want to increase your B vitamins eat dark leafy greens and oranges as they carry the B vitamin. Vitamins C, E and Beta Carotene are good for your memory. You can find these in broccoli, green tea, some nuts and seeds, sweet potatoes and red tomatoes. The Omega-3 Fatty acids are good for you because they are the good fats. The fats are going to protect your brain from inflammation and high cholesterol. You can find this in walnuts, tuna, cold water fish and flaxseed.

You can take vitamins and supplements to enhance your memory and brain function. These come in mainly in pill form. You can try anyone of these supplements but consult with your doctor first. Acetyl L-Carnitine protects brain cells; Alpha GPC is good for cognitive disorder recovery, Bacopa Monnier improves your memory, L-Carnosine is good for anti-aging protection, Citicoline can improve your focus and mental energy, Co-Q 10 or Ubiquinol is good for age-related memory loss, DMAE will enhance your alertness and mood, Gotu Kola might improve your concentration.

If you want to try Ginko Biloba, this may improve you attention span, Huperzine A may help some with Alzheimer’s disease. Lion’s Mane Mushroom may improve cognitive ability, Magnesium-Threonate may improve your memory and learning, NADH could be useful against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. If you want some help with ADHD, try Phosphatidyl Serine and L-Tyrosine to help with cognitive performance. There are more supplements out there for you to try if you’d like. They will only add-on to your goal in life.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A helps prevent night blindness. It also helps reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration, which is a condition that is very common in older people. Furthermore, vitamin A has been shown to help reduce the risk of cataracts. Liver, carrots, kale and  peaches are excellent sources of vitamin A. The recommended daily value of vitamin A is 5,000 I.U.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant nutrient, so it can also reduce your risk of developing cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits, broccoli, sweet potatoes and strawberries. Adults need to get between 75 and 90 mg of vitamin C per day.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is also an antioxidant. Not only does vitamin E prevent cataracts from forming, but it can also delay the need for cataract surgery. Green, leafy vegetables, fortified cereals, soybean oil and wheat germ oil are the best sources of vitamin E. The recommended daily value of vitamin E is 20 mg per day.

Zinc

Zinc is a nutrient that has been shown to reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration, night blindness and retinitis pigmentosa. It also helps the body absorb antioxidants better. Oysters, yogurt, cashews and baked beans are excellent sources of zinc. The recommended daily value of zinc is 15 mg per day.

Selenium

Studies have shown that many patients who suffer from cataracts or age-related macular degeneration are deficient in selenium. Selenium helps reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration and cataracts by preventing a process called lipid peroxidation. Lipid peroxidation damages the cells inside of the eyes. Rice, enriched bread, walnuts and macaroni and cheese are excellent sources of selenium. The recommended daily value of selenium is 70 mcg.

Lutein

Lutein is often referred to as the eye vitamin. It has been shown to reduce the risk of retinitis pigmentosa, age-related macular degeneration  and cataracts. Egg yolks and dark, green leafy vegetables are the best food sources for this nutrient. Experts recommend getting between six and 30 mg of lutein per day.

Coenzyme Q10 is an enzyme that is naturally produced inside the human body. It must be present in order for the basic functioning of human cells to be accomplished. It serves as an antioxidant, protecting cells from harmful toxins. As people age or suffer from chronic illness, CO-Q 10 levels in the body begin to drop off.  In order to replenish and increase levels of Co-Q10 inside the body, supplements are a beneficial way to ramp up cell function. There is a litany of health benefits reported by medical tests and supplement users that all point to Co-Q 10 as a useful and potentially life-saving addition to a health and diet routine.
Heart wellness supplementation with Co-Q 10 may help support cardiovascular health. Many studies attribute consumption of Co-Q 10 supplements to increased heart function and health. It is often taken as a precautionary supplement against heart failure. 

Cancer fighting Co-Q 10 is believed to play a role in shielding the body from other non-vascular diseases such as various cancers. Studies have shown a connection between people who develop cancer and low levels of Co-Q 10 in their system. Additionally, the enzyme may play a roll in preventing muscular dystrophy, as well as oral and gum diseases.

Amping up your energy Co-Q 10 has found popularity among fitness enthusiasts and people who are dedicated to exercise. Many people report increased energy and liveliness when supplementing Co-Q 10 in their diet. The supplement is credited with helping to keep cells working so that the body and muscle tissue can recover more quickly following an intense workout. It is also used by people who simply want increased energy and an increased overall feeling of wellness.

Healthy cell function is the bedrock of a healthy body. Co-Q 10 supplements offer a way to restore the body’s level of this essential coenzyme as factors like age and environment strip them away. As part of a total approach to maintaining cardiovascular health, Co-Q 10 offers cell support as well an increased feeling of wellness.

One area where the body needs to receive additional nutrition through the use of supplements and vitamins is when an individual participates in sports. Regardless of the sport a person chooses to participate in, competing puts major demands on the physical body. Sports that involve a good amount of contact, such as football, basketball, and soccer, as well as other sports such as track, swimming, dance, and the martial arts, all have their own special demands that they place on a person’s body. Failure to replenish the body after intense physical activity can have a variety of unwelcome consequences, such as severe muscle cramps, fatigue, dehydration, exhaustion, and in extreme cases, even death.

It is possible to maintain a training routine that is extremely regimented, but in order for the athlete to do it safely, he or she must take more than just training into consideration. It is true that one of the most important things that you can do for your own body is to exercise the power of proper nutrition through a healthy diet.  However, if you are competing in sports, you need more than just a healthy diet in order to excel at your chosen sport. By the very nature of the activity that you are doing, you are placing extreme demands on your body. Therefore, you must replenish your body in order for it to perform at an ideal level.

An easy way to keep the athlete’s body fit is to use nutritional supplements and vitamins. One of the most important things to consider is not going overboard and putting every supplement and vitamin that you can think of in your body. Human anatomy is the result of a very finely tuned balance which occurs within the body, and your goal is to help your body maintain that balance. Your goal should be to only replenish the vitamins and minerals that are taken from your body through heavy physical training. This can be accomplished through the use of nutritional supplements and vitamins. If you are training heavily, you need the vitamin supplements to help your body cope with the stresses that come from physical exertion. Some of the most important nutritional supplements that you can take are derived from protein powders and meal replacement bars that are designed to give you the nutrition you need while still allowing you to keep fit. These meal replacements can be tailored to fit your specific needs. If you want lose weight or gain it, you can find protein shakes and meal bars designed to help you accomplish your goals. The one you choose largely depends on your individual needs. Specifically, whey protein is a popular choice. Additional everyday vitamins that the body needs can usually be achieved through taking a multi-vitamin supplement on a daily basis. Make sure that they contain Vitamins A, C, E, and D, for energy, immune support and heart health, as well as the complex of B vitamins. A good multi-vitamin will include Vitamins B1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 12. This is important for energy, and makes a huge difference when training as an athlete. You may even want to take additional supplements that are dedicated B vitamins, such a B12 supplement. Other important supplements to consider are potassium and magnesium for muscle function and heart health, zinc, calcium for bone support, and iron. You may also want to consider taking a vitamin that includes lutein, for additional support of the body’s immune system.  It should be noted that while you are using the supplements and vitamins, it is imperative that you also maintain a healthy diet. Combine healthy foods and meal replacements to obtain optimal performance. It is also a good idea to drink the occasional sports drink to replenish electrolytes, but make sure you are also getting plenty of water as well.

In closing, it is possible for your body to adapt to many different training routines as long as you treat your body well. Allow your body to rest, eat well, drink plenty of water, and then supplement the nutritional needs of your body through the use of nutritional supplements and vitamins. This approach will allow your body to become accustomed to your training routine, thereby achieving the desired results through your training regimen. 

Many people choose to do this alternative diet or fast for a variety of reasons. Many people do it for religious reasons, spiritual growth, weight loss, better health, and more energy. In today's society, just about everyone can benefit from a cleanse since we are all affected by toxins in some way.

There are many types of detox diets available to follow. There are food-based detox diets which food isn't totally eliminated. Many foods are not allowed to be ingested, such as wheat, dairy, sugar, white flour, and processed foods. Mostly fresh fruits and vegetables will be consumed. A juice-based detox centers around the intake of fresh juice from fruits and vegetables. You'll receive the vitamins and nutrients that your body needs, while giving your digestive system a rest. The Master Cleanse involves the combination of lemon juice, maple syrup, water, and cayenne pepper. This is the only thing that is consumed for at least ten days. A water detox is the ultimate system cleanse. Water is a pure, natural way to detoxify and cleanse the body from the inside out. It is a simple way to detox, but also one of the most difficult ones. With a water detoxification, the only thing you will be consuming is water. Whether your cleanse is a weekend, a few days, or even a week, the only thing you are allowed to have is water.

No matter what detoxification or cleansing method you choose to follow, it is important to rest your body. Because fuel intake is limited or non-existent, you will not have the energy necessary to perform physical activities. Another important and vital necessity is to drink plenty of water. At least eight full glasses per day. This will flush toxins out of your body, lubricate the vital organs, and speed up your metabolism. During your detox and cleanse, you can become more connected to your spirit. This is great to do if you need to reconnect with yourself. You can also lose weight, feel re-energized, and get better looking skin.

What are Omega 3s?

Omega 3s are fatty acids that can be found naturally in food we eat on a regular basis. One of the most common methods of ingesting Omega 3s is by eating fish. However, if you are not fond of fish, there are other methods as well. Omega 3s help to protect heart health and by eating two or more servings of fish per week, you can drastically reduce your chances of developing heart disease or having a heart attack yourself.

Omega 3s can help to lower and reduce bad cholesterol in the body, making for a much healthier heart. Omega 3s can also help to reduce blood pressure and blood clotting while helping to boost the overall immune system while improving joint pain and arthritis symptoms.

Who Can Benefit From Omega 3s?

Anyone can benefit from incorporating Omega 3s into their everyday diet. By ensuring your heart and circulatory system is healthy, you are more likely to feel better and live longer overall. Whether you are a healthy adult or if you are currently experiencing heart troubles and problems, Omega 3s can help improve your heart health and give you a chance to lower blood pressure and your risk of having a heart attack or stroke.

At least having two three-ounce servings of fish or other types of seafood each week can give your body an adequate amount of healthy Omega 3 fatty acids to help with improving your health and the condition of your heart and circulatory system.

How to Incorporate Omega 3 Into Your Own Diet

Eat fish twice a week, such as white fish, salmon or even sardines to help with obtaining the necessary Omega 3s your body needs. You can also opt for purchasing Omega 3 dietary supplements and soft gel tablets if you are not fond of fish or if you are on a vegetarian or vegan diet. The more fatty the fish is, the more Omega 3s it is likely to contain. Some of the very best sources of naturally digesting Omega 3s comes from eating salmon, herring and even tuna. Although many types of fish and seafood contain Omega 3s, fish such as catfish and tilapia are not as heart-healthy as they often contain more fatty acids that do more harm than good. Understanding the nutrition of all of the food you eat regularly will allow you to become more health-conscious when it comes to incorporating Omega 3s into your lifestyle.

Raspberry ketones are gaining recognition for their potential weight loss benefits. Dieters seeking a new aid to their weight loss efforts may want to investigate supplements that incorporate these compounds. Raspberry ketones are responsible for the distinctive aroma attributed to the raspberry fruit. The compounds can be directly extracted from raspberries; however, because natural supply is relatively limited, raspberry ketones are most often synthesized in a laboratory.

The compounds have been used for many years to provide fragrance to various cosmetics and food products. New research, however, indicates that raspberry ketones may feature especial promise in the world of health and fitness. These studies have found that, when consumed at appropriate levels, raspberry ketones may enhance the body's ability to break down fat in one's cells.

While research of raspberry ketones is still ongoing and the effect of raspberry ketones on humans has not yet been confirmed, reputable health experts have deemed the compounds to be a worthy addition to one's weight loss regimen. For example, Dr. Mehmet Oz endorsed the supplement as an effective dieting aid. He recommends a dosage of approximately 100 mg per day of raspberry ketones before lunch and again at dinner, although precise levels will vary with one's personal height, weight, and other bodily conditions. Dieters should consume raspberry ketone as a dietary supplement in order to obtain a sufficient amount of the compound.

Of course, raspberry ketones alone cannot achieve all of one's weight loss goals. The supplements must be combined with proper exercise and a balanced diet, and all dieters should consult with their physician before initiating a weight loss plan. However, consumption of raspberry ketones could enhance one's success in achieving a new level of fitness and well-being. 

Demand for raspberry ketone supplements is expected to rise even further as the compound’s potential benefits become more conclusive in humans and widely recognized.

Chlorogenic acid is also rich in antioxidants. An antioxidant helps protect the body’s cells and DNA against being damaged by free radicals, which are oxygen molecules that have unpaired electrons. Because the electrons are unpaired, the molecule seeks to steal electrons from what is around it, which causes the damage. Some antioxidants work by giving up one of its electrons to the free radical and rendering it harmless.

Svetol also has caffeic acid, which is also an antioxidant. Caffeic acid works especially well in preventing antioxidant damage to the fats that are found in the liver.

Though 400 mg of Svetol is the equivalent of several cups of coffee, Svetol lacks harmful molecules found in coffee like cafestol and kahweol. It also has less caffeine than coffee. Cafestol is implicated in raising cholesterol levels if it’s taken in high quantities. Kahweol is a molecule that’s related to cafestol.

Coffee actually comes from a cherry that is best grown at a certain latitude and a certain climate. The two most popular types of coffee are the Arabica, which originated in Ethiopia and northern Africa, and Robusta, which is also called Canephora. It's is native to sub-Saharan Africa. Now, coffee is grown in many equatorial countries of the world.

The bean inside the cherry is green before it’s roasted. Svetol must be extracted from the green coffee bean because roasting would destroy the compound and other chemicals. The chlorogenic acid found in Svetol is reduced greatly when the coffee is roasted. The chlorogenic acid in Arabica beans is 5.5 to 8.0 percent and is reduced with roasting to only 1.2 to 2.3 percent. In Robusta coffee, the chlorogenic acid is 7 to 10 percent, and is reduced by roasting to 3.9 to 4.6 percent.

A clinical research study published in Psychotherapie has shown that Svetol® significantly reduces weight, body mass index and body fat in subjects given the extract.

Svetol® is manufactured and marketed by Naturex.

Ordinarily when food is consumed, the body releases glucose (sugar) into the blood stream. Once released the body uses all of the glucose, it needs and stores the rest in the form of fat cells for later use. This becomes a problem for those who consume a high-fat high-sugar diet. They experience increased weight, becoming obese very rapidly.

Chlorogenic acid is a natural compound that inhibits the release of glucose in the body. Chlorogenic acid slows down the storage of excess glucose and improves metabolic burning of fat in the liver. When the two factors work together, there is no-fat gain. Studies have found that chlorogenic Acid actually slows down the growth of fat cells. This process directly contributes to aid in the struggle of weight loss. Studies have also shown that chlorogenic acid in the extract form helps to control blood pressure, improve blood circulation, and regulate sugar levels helping those who are diabetic.

Chlorogenic acid is available for consumption in a dietary supplement (capsule form), called green coffee bean extract. Research studies have found that overweight people taking this supplement experience consistent weight loss. People taking coffee bean extract can expect their appetite to be suppressed. They will also have an abundance of natural energy throughout the day. Green coffee bean extract does not contain a high amount of caffeine thus avoiding the energy crash expected with most diet substitutes.

According to recent studies published in the Obesity journal, adults who took the green coffee extract supplement lost 17 pounds within 12 weeks. The exciting news about this report was no negative side effects. This makes Chlorogenic acid in green coffee bean extract an actual effective weapon against obesity.

Coffee bean extract has made its way to television shows, and newspaper articles giving people real hope in accomplishing their weight loss goals without drastically changing their normal daily food intake. Of course, people who added exercise and improved their diet experienced rapid results, and better health.

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Paying special attention to women's needs is important.  Preventing disease and illness is so important and by using recommended everyday vitamins for women, improving health can even be easier. This is especially vital for women that are dieting or exercising frequently.

There are certain vitamins that every women should take daily.  Of course, most know that they should take more calcium as they get older. By taking in a multivitamin that is specific to a women's needs every day, you can ensure that you are getting what you need. The most important vitamins women should pay attention to are Vitamin D, calcium and iron. Many women are low on these and may not even realize it.  

There are now even some brands that offer vitamins that are specific to age. Older women will need different levels of vitamins and minerals than younger women do. They usually need more calcium, for instance, because of osteoporosis and bone issues. By taking the right type of vitamins, your body can get all that it needs to help prevent illness, disease and bone disease. 

Vitamin D, calcium and iron are specifically needed for most women. Without iron, women can become anemic and sickly.   Taking one pill per day can make it easy to remember to take them and it will also help to work properly.

While most nutrition can be found through a well balanced diet, some women need extra nutrition to remain healthy.  A physician can help determine what deficiencies a woman may have and can also recommend the proper vitamins. 

Overall, multi-vitamins are a great way to boost a woman's health and keep her immune system strong. Purchasing a good brand from a trusted company is recommended.  It can be very surprising how much better a good supplement will make you feel. 

With dietary supplements seemingly sprouting up every day caution should be exercised when deciding which supplement will work best for you. As we are all different, so are our needs. For women, these needs include the correct dosage of daily vitamins and minerals. No matter what supplements you ultimately decide on exercise is critical in not only weight loss, but in maintaining your weight. Below are listed some of the best supplements available for women to lose weight. 

Vitamin B2

B2 as it is commonly known, or riboflavin is necessary for the proper function and maintenance of the thyroid. Vitamin B2 assists in the regulation of your metabolism, which is key in stabilizing a healthy weight.  Because B2 is not stored in our body it is necessary that each day we receive an adequate amount, either through our diet or through supplements.

Vitamin B3

For women seeking weight loss, Vitamin B3 is fundamental, keeping blood-sugar levels regulated.  With an abrupt drop in the blood-sugar level, hunger often ensues. Assisting in suitable thyroid functioning, Vitamin B3 can help stave off hunger cravings. Vitamin B3, or niacin, also provides assistance in keeping cholesterol levels controlled.

Green Coffee Bean Extract 

Green coffee beans is made from from green beans of two coffee plants: Arabica and Robusta. These beans are not roasted which keeps its high and pure content of chlorogenic acid. Chlorogenic acid heightens thermogenesis, the process in which fat burns while the metabolism speeds up.  With green coffee bean extract being available in varying dosages, the dosage which has shown the greatest benefits contain a minimum of 45% chlorogenic acid.  The extract supplement should be taken at least thirty minutes prior to each meal.  Green coffee bean extract is very cost-effective and have been proven a very effective weight loss supplement.

Raspberry Ketones

Raspberry Ketones are naturally found in fruits including red raspberries, cranberries, and blackberries but in low contents. Raspberry Ketones contain a unique enzyme, that help promote weight loss by boosting metabolism. Eight clinical studies have shown that the ingrediets in Raspberry Ketones are effective for weight loss. The daily dosage is two hundred milligrams per day. Raspberry Ketone supplements are typically made with these enzymes, but for greatest effectiveness and less side effects, it is important that you find a supplement that has been extracted from 100% natural red raspberries.

Malnutrition and Seniors

Many seniors and the elderly will experience a decrease in appetite. They often consume less calories than a healthy thirty year old. This may be from aging or from a lack of interest in modern foods compared to the types of foods that they were raised to eat. Modern foods often vary between extremely healthy or extremely unhealthy. Unfortunately, the instantly-prepared foods are often unhealthy and lack the essential vitamins. Vitamin deficiencies can result from seniors eating much less than they require.   

Everyday Vitamin Intake Recommendations

Vitamin A, along with many other everyday vitamins, is essential for healthy bones and blood. It is recommended that senior males consume about 1,000 mcg of vitamin A. Elderly women only require about 800mcg. Vitamin D is another essential vitamin that also acts as an antioxidant. About 5mcg a day is a good average for elderly people of both genders. These vitamins, along with vitamins E and K, are all great for bone strength and blood flow. They are all considered antioxidants and should be consumed daily.

The Importance Of Everyday Vitamins

There are many different types of vitamin B. B vitamins are necessary for cell growth and reproduction. B vitamins are also essential for the production of energy. B vitamins may be the most important vitamins for seniors to keep track of. There are plenty of vitamin supplements available that provide the necessary daily intake. Seniors of both genders should consume about 10mcg or more. Folic acid and B vitamins help to maintain red blood cell function. The blood cells in the body can become misshapen and lead to serious health problems if these vitamins are not consumed daily.

To receive well-rounded nutrition with optimal health and well being, choose a good everyday multivitamin based on health needs of women in different stages of life. When choosing an everyday multivitamin, pick one that has close to 100 per cent of the recommended daily value of important nutrients.

Women of child bearing age including those over age thirty should choose an everyday vitamin with enough calcium to protect against osteoporosis and bone loss. If desiring children, find a vitamin with 400 mcg of folic acid or more. Women who menstruate need extra iron to replace the iron lost during their periods.

Pregnant and nursing women need more folic acid (at least 600 mcg everyday and more beta-carotene, which is a safer kind of Vitamin A). Beta-carotene helps to prevent birth defects like spina bifida. Nowadays women in their thirties and forties give birth to children routinely.

After menstruation stops, women do not need extra iron. Vitamin A levels should not have more than 100 percent daily value because fractures may be caused by too much Vitamin A. Beta-carotene is better than regular Vitamin A. Everyday multivitamins for post menopausal women should have more Vitamin B complex, Vitamin D and calcium. All too often, women over age sixty are routinely deficient in Vitamin B-12, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, calcium, iron, and zinc. These nutrients are important to senior women. Women who are 60 years of age or older need to take B-complex vitamins to prevent risk of heart disease. Calcium intake should be increased to 1500 mg daily to prevent bone loss. Vitamin D is necessary for the absorption of calcium.

It is important to remember that vitamins are fat-soluble and water-soluble. The fat-soluble nutrients are dissolved in fat and stored in the liver and adipose tissue. There can be a build up of fat soluble vitamins. A fat-soluble vitamin is Vitamin A that keeps skin healthy, gives normal vision, and creates good cell structure. Vitamin D regulates the balance of calcium and phosphate. Vitamin E is important for normal cell structure and forming red blood cells. Vitamin K is important for blood clotting. The water-soluble Vitamin B complex promotes chemical reaction in the body and Vitamin C, also water-soluble, promotes the absorption of iron. It needs to be taken daily.

Below we have provided answers to the most common questions consumers have regarding dietary supplements.

1. What is a dietary supplement?

A: A substance added to complete your diet or make up for a dietary deficiency.

2. What is the difference between a dietary supplement and a vitamin?   

A: A dietary supplement is a product taken by mouth to supplement a deficiency in your diet and a vitamin is an organic substance required in limited amounts as a vital nutrient. Vitamins can be considered supplements but dietary supplements are not necessarily vitamins.

3. What can vitamins and supplements do for my health?

A: Dietary supplements can improve deficiencies and boost nutrients that are filtered out of processed foods.

4. Which supplements are best for me to take?

A: The safest dietary supplement to take is a daily multivitamin. Consult with your physician to determine which dietary supplements if any would be good for your personal health needs.

5. What is the best dietary supplement brand?

A: Visit your local health food or vitamin store to determinethe best brand of supplements for your dietary needs.

6. How often should I take my dietary supplement?

A: As with your prescription medication take the recommended dosage found on the back of your supplement bottle.

7. Can my supplements replace my prescription medication?

A: If you are taking prescription medication, consult with your physician before making any changes in your dosage or adding additional supplements.

8. Can vitamins and supplements replace healthy food?

A: Vitamins and dietary supplements are not intended to replace the nutrients found in real food. 

9. Can I overdose on a dietary supplement?

A: You should respect the maximum limits found on the back of your supplement bottle. Taking more than the recommended limit increase your risk of toxicity.

10.  Are dietary supplements safe for children?  

A: Most children do not need a supplement, as they get most of their nutrients from food. However, some children are picky eaters and may benefit from a multivitamin.

11. Can supplements cause an allergic reaction?

A: Be sure to check the ingredients and consult with your physician before starting a dietary supplement regimen.

12. Can supplements help me lose weight?

A: You should not expect a supplement to anything more than it does in the food from which it is found. 

13. What are some of the most common nutrient deficiencies?

A: Vitamin D, iron, and folic acid are the most common nutrient deficiencies that can be boosted through supplements.

14. If I miss my supplement one day, can I double up the next day?

A: Be sure to set and maintain a schedule for your supplements. If you miss a dosage you should not double up on it the following day.

15. Can dietary supplements prevent chronic disease?

A: Research is inconclusive regarding the claim that multivitamins directly prevent chronic diseases.

16. Are all supplements created equal?

A: All supplements are not the same. Check your brands and be aware of the ingredients since many supplements are filled with synthetic fillers and are not all natural.

Chlorogenic acid is destroyed when the beans are roasted; this acid is what keeps glucose from being released into the blood stream from the liver which causes weight to be gained. The blocking of glucose storage causes the glucose present in the body’s fat deposits to be used which results in weight loss. Appetite is suppressed making weight loss efforts more successful since overeating is less likely; the size of fat cells is actually reduced with the weight loss achieved by the extract. The shrinkage of fat cells makes the weight loss more permanent.

The acid also increases metabolic rates which help to prevent weight gain and lowers blood pressure which decrease the risk associated with cardiovascular diseases. The jittery effect that is gotten with caffeine is not present with green coffee bean extract. Weight can be lost with the extract with or without reducing caloric intake.

Green coffee bean extract aids in improvement of circulation and actions of blood vessels which aids in the reduction of hypertension. The extract’s chlorogenic acid has anti-inflammatory properties in addition to the antioxidant properties. The extract from green coffee beans can be obtained from pills making it easier to take them. Cardiovascular health is improved by the positive effects of chlorogenic acid on hypertension.

There are a number of benefits to green coffee bean extract including lowering blood pressure, blood sugar and weight loss. The extract is all natural and does not contain additional drugs or artificial ingredients that can interact with other medications making it safer than other items on the market.

Vitamin D deficiency can be caused by a few different things. Not consuming enough vitamin D over time can contribute to the deficiency. This can be easy to do if you are lactose intolerant, vegan, or are on a strict vegetarian diet. This is because natural sources of vitamin D include such things as milk, egg yolks, fish, cheese, and liver. Some people have an issue where their kidneys have a problem converting the vitamin D to it's active form, which can also contribute to a vitamin D deficiency. If you stay indoors a lot or work indoors during daylight hours that could also be a major cause of vitamin D deficiency. Additionally, having a darker skin pigment could play a role, as melanin reduces the skins ability to make vitamin D. Other causes of a vitamin D deficiency might include obesity and a problem with the digestive tract not absorbing the vitamin adequately. People that have a body mass index over 30 are usually deficient in vitamin 3 because the vitamin is extracted from the blood by the fat cells.

For someone who is deficient in vitamin D there are multiple ways to go about solving the problem. Eating foods rich in vitamin D such as fish, processed milk, and liver should help alleviate the deficiency. Getting a moderate amount of sunlight could also help, as well as taking plenty of vitamin D supplements. Make sure not to over-do it though, as too much vitamin D can lead to other health problems. The recommended daily dose of vitamin D varies in children, but for people aged 9 and older it is 4,000 IU (100 mcg).

Everyday Vitamin offers many choices of vitamin D supplement brands. 

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Men should be sure to take some type of multivitamin as part of their everyday vitamin regimen. The best choice for an everyday vitamin for men is one that contains Vitamins A, B, C, D, and K, as well as other minerals such as Zinc and Niacin. Consuming more than the daily recommended amount of any vitamin is unwise, and can even lead to instances of vitamin overdose. The daily allowance of Vitamin A for men is 900 mcg. Vitamin A helps to improve vision, stimulates testosterone production, and even boosts the immune system, so this is an important everyday vitamin to include in your regimen.

As far as B Vitamins go, there are eight present in the B Vitamins complex. Many multivitamins include far more of the B Vitamin complex than needed, so consumers are asked to check vitamin brands to make sure that they only contain the recommended doses. Each B Vitamin has its own everyday vitamin dose, so being aware of how much you need is key.

We're told that we need lots of Vitamin C to remain healthy and to fight off colds and flu, but in fact men require an average everyday vitamin dose of 90mg to stay healthy. Vitamin C has far more important benefits than simply warding off colds. It also helps decrease the risk of heart disease, cancer, stroke, and cataracts, as well as providing more energy and aiding in the brains neurotransmitter functions.

Vitamin D only has a daily recommendation of 15mg because we receive most of our allowance from the sun. Vitamin D increases virility in men and increases athletic performance. It also reduces the risks of developing brittle bones and osteoporosis by improving bone growth. This is also true of Vitamin K which has been shown to help slow progression of diabetes in men. This is why it's important to make sure that we receive each of these everyday vitamins. They play an important role in helping us to maintain optimum health and  fight off illness and disease.

Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin that supports the growth and repair of bodily tissues, including the mucous membranes that line the mouth, throat, nose and lungs. Vitamin A also builds strong bones and teeth and helps maintain good eyesight. The RDA for Vitamin A is 1,500 international units (I.U.) for babies, 3,000 I.U. for children and 5,000 I.U. for adults. People shouldn’t take more than 50,000 I.U. of Vitamin A per day, because it can be toxic.

Vitamin B Complex

The B vitamins are water soluble. They include B1, or thiamin; B2 or riboflavin; B3, or niacin; B6, or pyridoxine and B12, or cyanocobalamin. Other B vitamins are biotin, choline, folic acid, inositol and para-aminobenzoic acid. These B complex vitamins lend energy to the body by converting carbohydrates into glucose, which the body uses as fuel. These vitamins are crucial to the metabolism of protein and fats, as will as the normal functioning of the nervous system. They also support the gastrointestinal tract and the health of the skin, hair, and eyes.

Because they’re water soluble, B vitamins aren’t stored in the body and need to be replaced every day.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is also water soluble. Vitamin C is also an antioxidant, which protects the body from the damage caused by free radicals.

The primary purpose of Vitamin C is to maintain collagen, a protein that helps form the connective tissue in the ligaments, skin and bones. Because of this property, Vitamin C helps to heal wounds and burns. It also helps support the formation of red blood cells and prevents hemorrhaging. The NRC recommends about 45 mg of Vitamin C a day for adults, though other nutritionists recommend dosages far greater than this. However, the body will only absorb what it needs of Vitamin C, and the rest will simply be excreted.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D is a rare vitamin that is synthesized by the body. Ultraviolet rays from the sun activate a form of cholesterol in the skin and converts it into Vitamin D. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium from the GI tract and helps break down phosphorus, which is used for bone formation. As such, it's especially necessary for young children. The RDA for Vitamin D is about 400 I.U. daily.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E, like Vitamins A and C, is an antioxidant. It's a fat soluble vitamin composed of compounds called tocopherols. Alpha tocopherol is the most powerful form of Vitamin E. Vitamin E protects other vitamins against oxidation. It lends stamina and energy to muscles, especially the cardiac and skeletal muscles. The RDA for Vitamin E for adults is about 15 I.U. a day. 

Vitamins are essential micronutrients that your body needs for growth and development. Eating a balanced diet is the simplest way to get one’s recommended intake of the 13 essential vitamins. However, studies have shown that the average person does not eat a well-balanced diet. For that reason, people should consider taking vitamins. Below are three everyday vitamins that people should add to their regime:

Vitamin C-Everyday Vitamin for Healthy Immune System

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that helps protect the body from free radicals. Free radicals are compounds in the body that can contribute to a number of serious illnesses, including cancer and heart disease. Vitamin C also helps repair bodily tissues and heals wounds. Additionally, there has been evidence to suggest that vitamin C can shorten the duration of the flu and the common cold. People who are deficient in vitamin C may experience hair loss, anemia and nose bleeds.

Vitamin D-Vitamin for Healthy Bones

Vitamin D is needed by the body to help absorb calcium. This nutrient can easily be obtained by spending 10 minutes in the study. However, studies have shown that around 10 percent of the population is vitamin D deficient. People who are vitamin D deficient are more likely to develop osteoporosis. They are also more likely to be obese and develop high blood pressure.

Vitamin E- Vitamin for Red Blood Cells

Vitamin E is another nutrient that protects the body from free radical damage. This nutrient also helps the body produce red blood cells. People who are deficient in vitamin E are more likely to suffer from vision problems and muscle weakness.

Vitamins are essential micronutrients that your body needs for growth and development. Eating a balanced diet is the simplest way to get one’s recommended intake of the 13 essential vitamins. However, studies have shown that the average person does not eat a well-balanced diet. For that reason, people should consider taking vitamins. Below are three everyday vitamins that people should add to their regime:

Vitamin C-Everyday Vitamin for Healthy Immune System

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that helps protect the body from free radicals. Free radicals are compounds in the body that can contribute to a number of serious illnesses, including cancer and heart disease. Vitamin C also helps repair bodily tissues and heals wounds. Additionally, there has been evidence to suggest that vitamin C can shorten the duration of the flu and the common cold. People who are deficient in vitamin C may experience hair loss, anemia and nose bleeds.

Vitamin D-Vitamin for Healthy Bones

Vitamin D is needed by the body to help absorb calcium. This nutrient can easily be obtained by spending 10 minutes in the study. However, studies have shown that around 10 percent of the population is vitamin D deficient. People who are vitamin D deficient are more likely to develop osteoporosis. They are also more likely to be obese and develop high blood pressure.

Vitamin E- Vitamin for Red Blood Cells

Vitamin E is another nutrient that protects the body from free radical damage. This nutrient also helps the body produce red blood cells. People who are deficient in vitamin E are more likely to suffer from vision problems and muscle weakness.

Vitamins are nutrients that the body needs in small quantities. Even though the body only needs a small amount of vitamins, these nutrients still play a very important role. Vitamins are essential for cell growth, development and function. Below are three of the essential everyday vitamins for women:

Folic Acid

Folic acid is one of the everyday vitamins for women that has been shown to potentially help prevent heart disease, cancer and memory loss. This nutrient is especially important for women who are pregnant or planning to conceive in the near future. Studies have shown that women who take folic acid early in their pregnancy are less likely to deliver a baby with a neural tubal defect. The recommended dosage of folic acid is 600 mcg per day for pregnant women and 400 mcg for women who are not pregnant or planning to conceive.

Vitamin D

Many women realize the importance of taking calcium, but some do not realize that the body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium. Not only does vitamin D help absorb calcium, but it also helps protect against rheumatoid arthritis and some types of cancer. That is why vitamin D is one of the essential everyday vitamins for women. The recommended dosage of vitamin D is 400 I.U per day.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids


Omega 3 fatty acids are a group of healthy fats that are found in flaxseeds, walnuts and fish. However, studies have shown that most women do not get the recommended amount of omega 3 fatty acids solely from their diet. That is why experts recommend taking an omega 3 fatty acid supplement. Women should try to between 900 mg and 2,000 mg per day.