Vitamins are a group of totally unrelated chemicals that have only one thing in common; they are essential (usually in tiny amounts) for the normal function of the body. Vitamin A is found in milk, butter, eggs, fish, liver and most fruits and vegetables; with very high levels being found in orange colored foods (eg: […]
What foods, minerals, vitamins, and fatty acids help your eyes?
According to the June 2009 article,"‘Eye Food – fact sheet–Transitions Healthy Sight Survey," foods that fight cataracts and macular degeneration contain both phytonutrients and sulfur. Eggs contain cysteine, sulfur, lecithin, carotenoids and zeaxanthin. These nutrients help to protect the lens of the eye from cataract formation. When you add vitamin C to the cysteine, sulfur, […]
Health Tips: the Benefits and Risks of Taking Large Doses of Vitamins
When you take a look at the drugstore shelves crowded with vitamin supplies, you’d think that the food supply today is devoid of nutrients. Well, not so: For most people, eating a balanced diet rich in grains, vegetables and fruits, with smaller portions of dairy products and meat, poultry, fish, or beans provides almost all […]
Functions of Vitamins and Minerals
Vitamins and minerals play a vital role in the proper functioning of the body organs. Below are the vitamins and minerals along with their functioning. Vitamin A – Vitamin A is necessary for the development and protection of certain cells in the body. It is needed for the development of bones and formation of teeth. […]
Sources of Vitamins and Minerals
Vitamins and minerals are found in fruits, vegetables and other food items in abundance. Below are the natural sources of vitamins and minerals that are essential for the proper growth and development of our body. Vitamin A – The main sources of Vitamin A are milk, cheese, butter, green leafy vegetables, cabbages, carrots, red and […]
Symptoms of Deficiencies Caused by Vitamins and Minerals
Vitamins and minerals are vital for the proper functioning of the body organ. The lack of these vitamins and minerals causes various ailments. Below are the vitamins and minerals along with the symptoms of deficiencies. Vitamin A – Vitamin A deficiency causes dryness of skin and eyes, eventually leading to night blindness; slows down growth; […]
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