Vitamins & Minerals
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Zinc Deficiency — Symptoms and Risks
Zinc is crucial to a healthy immune system, normal growth and overall health. Those with even a slight zinc deficiency may suffer from a variety of symptoms. more...
Benefits and Risks of Taking Vitamin Supplements
Vitamin supplements can be beneficial to health, but there are disadvantages to consuming micronutrients in pill form. Learn the pros and cons of taking supplements. more...
Food Sources of Water-Soluble Vitamins
In order to replenish the body, adequate amounts of water-soluble vitamins need to be consumed daily. Learn the best food sources of B-vitamins and vitamin C. more...
Food Sources of Fat-Soluble Vitamins
Adequate amounts of fat-soluble vitamins can be consumed through a healthy, balanced diet. Learn the best dietary sources of vitamins A, D, E, and K. more...
What to Eat to Prevent Iron Deficiency
While iron deficiency is common, eating a healthy diet that includes foods rich in heme or non-heme iron helps to reduce the risk of developing low iron levels. more...
Do Kids Need Vitamin Supplements?
Since kids do not always eat well, some children benefit from taking supplements. Learn why some kids need supplements and what to look for in a child's multivitamin. more...
Chromium is used by the body to balance blood sugar and metabolize macronutrients. Eating a diet rich in chromium reduces the risk of deficiency and offers many benefits. more...
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Does Vitamin D Offer Natural Flu Prevention?
Scientists have been studying vitamin D's role in the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases such as flu as well as many other diseases and conditions. more...
Nutritional Value of Vitamins for Good Health
By: Debby Mayne
Eating healthy food packed with vitamins is essential for good health. Vitamins keep the body running smoothly and provide antioxidants to fight free radicals. more...
Who is at Risk for Vitamin D Deficiency?
Vitamin D has received a lot of attention lately - as have its proven and unproven health benefits. Supplementation may be the key to ensuring adequate intake. more...
By: Melissa Black
Good Nutrition and preventing weight loss can improve the quality of life for those with HIV. more...
Beat Swine Flu Symptoms with Vitamin D3
Daily doses of vitamin D3 is the new campaign slogan for fighting the symptoms of swine flu, or the H1N1 virus. Just how many units are enough to keep the flu away? more...
By: Lucy Tashman
Once considered a "miracle supplement," folic acid now appears to increase the risk of certain cancers when consumed in large quantities. more...
Vitamin D - The Sunshine Vitamin
By: Lori Kimble
Vitamin D is more important than anyone realized in our diets. What benefits are there to vitamin D and how does a person get enough? Read on! more...
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