vitamins

Hair care is a vital part of any beauty regime, but many of us fail to pay due attention to our coif.  Even if you’ve spent a good size portion on a great cut, fabulous stylist and expensive shampoos and conditioners you may be missing some of the most important steps to great hair. 

Sore throats are not only painful but can be exceedingly annoying. Although they obviously aren’t a symptom severe enough to merit immediate medical attention, they can have a very negative effect on your daily life. There are numerous causes of sore throat, including viruses, bacteria, cigarette smoke, sinus drainage, allergies, and sudden changes in temperature.

Stevia, also known as sweet leaf, sugar plant, or sugar leaf, is an herb which grows natively in tropical and subtropical South America, but is currently grown all over the world. The plant grows like a shrub, only reaching a height of about four feet, and can be cultivated rather easily because of its natural insect repelling qualities.

Antioxidants have always been around, but have become a craze in the nutritional industry in recent years. You’ve undoubtedly heard something about them, probably some product boasting about the large quantity of antioxidants it contains.
   

A recent medical study confirmed that differences between individuals in both health and lifestyle can have an impact on how much vitamin D they need.  According to the study conducted by the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), a preliminary model will now be able to predict an individual’s vitamin D requirements.

Although cabbages aren’t up there on the sexiest vegetable option list, they are nevertheless some of the best low calorie, high nutrient foods around.  Although the mighty cabbage has generally received short shrift by health and nutrition fanatics, this certainly does not reflect upon the cabbage’s effectiveness as a health and wellness staple.

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Until recently the importance of sea vegetables has been largely overlooked. In more recent years however more and more people are realizing the benefits of sea vegetables for their health.

According to a recent study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, researchers have found that low levels of vitamin D are associated with lesser lung function.  Not only this, but lower levels of vitamin D in children have been found to be linked to a higher incidence of asthma and the use of asthma medications such as corticosteroids.

Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae, found in both fresh water and sea areas.  Spirulina is the common name of the algae produced from two species of cayanobacteria, Arthrospira maxima and Artrhospira plantensis. 

Memory lapses are sometimes nothing more than a nuisance, for instance when you are trying to remember the title of that book, but the name escapes you or when you’ve forgotten where you put your keys again.  However, memory problems can be a result of more serious problems and can cause a great deal of anxiety and confusion for those suffering from recurrent memory problems.  Even wh

Approximately 32 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies associated with Hay Fever.  Hay fever, otherwise known as allergic rhinitis, is an allergenic response to pollen or mold.  These irritants affect the nasal passages, the eyes, and the airways.  Symptoms can vary in severity but they often include sneezing, red itchy eyes, fatigue, nervousness, watery discharge from

Supermarket lighting not only keeps your spinach fresh but it can also help produce new vitamins, according to U.S. Government researchers. These surprise findings may apply to other fresh produce and may offer insights on how we can keep our produce fresher for longer periods of time.

Having beautiful clear skin is something that most of us aspire to.  However, it can be easier said than done.  Despite expensive creams, cleansers and lotions, if you are not feeding your skin from the inside out than you can say goodbye to that natural glow.  Even whe

Boils, otherwise known as furuncles by medical physicians are pus-filled nodules that appear on the skin that are a result of a Staphylococcus aureaus bacterial infection.  Deep in the portion of a hair follicle the infection begins.  It can also begin in the sebaceous gland and work its way up to the skin’s surfa

Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinus tissue in the nasal passages.  These passages consist of a set of four openings in the bones of the skull.  This network is like the plumbing system of the head.  Sinuses are located above the eyes, on either side of the nose, behind the bridge of the nose, in the upper nose

Most people have on occasion experienced some sort of eye problems.  Be it dry eyes, tired bloodshot eyes, itchy or irritated eyes, our eyes will generally tell us when they are not getting the care they need.  Water and itchy eyes can therefore be a sign of allergies, while dark circles can tell us we are not getting enough sleep. 

The look and feel of your nails can often be a big indicator of your overall health.  Nails exist to protect the nerve-rich fingertips.  They act as a substructure o the epidermis and they are made from a type of protein called keratin.  The nail bed is the skin on top of which the nails grow.  If a full nail is lost, it can take approximately seven months to grow out fully.

Well most of us have heard about free radicals, free radical damage and their links to a host of diseases including some of the more frightening ones.  Yet, despite the bombardment of information on where we might find these and why we should avoid them, there are very few of us who actually know what a free radical is.  Many questions come to mind about these pesky little destroyers,

As of late you may have heard about the benefits of supplemental digestive enzymes.  While the body does create some of its own enzymes, enzymes can also be gotten from foods.  Now a days, however, overcooking and a lack of raw foods in the diet has led to low levels of enzyme consumption. 

Ever more people are now suffering from the effects of anxiety and depression.  These two disorders are often part of the same mood disorder and both states can lead to a great deal of upset in the sufferer’s life.  While serious clinical depression and anxiety disorders often require medical intervention, inclu

At this time of year many of us are busy crossing a host of foods off our list wondering what the heck is left for us to eat after we’ve given up so much.  Below is a list of foods that are packed with nutrients that help brain functioning and as such deserve a special place on our plates.  Thinking about getting enough nutrients throughout the day rather than merely how to avoid over

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The common cold is an infection that affects the upper respiratory tract.  It is a virus that most often occurs during the Fall and Winter months.  It is not that cold weather gives rise to colds per se, but rather that the cold viruses tend to thrive more in colder temperatures. 

Ok, so you may have heard various things about the benefits of honey, but many are now looking towards other bee products for attaining health and longevity.  Alternate bee products such as Bee Pollen and Bee Propolis are now widely available in heath and vitamin stores as well as online.  Both of these supplements have been shown to improve

While everyone is talking about going green, the environment isn’t the only thing that needs our greenest wishes.  Our bodies too, like the planet upon which we live, need as much green energy as they can get.  Green Drinks, although of a variety of sorts, are some of the best ways to ensure that our bodies get the daily dose of vitamins and minerals that they need.  Having a Green Dri

Being in the industry and having the pick of the litter of what vitamins and supplements to take, I'm often asked what products I personally consume. Having spent many years in the nutrition supplement industry and a guy who exercises daily, it's important for me to feel my best. Here is a list of what products you can see me taking daily and why:

A recent study done in the United States has confirmed what  many people have suspected – that less than 10% of high school students in the USA are getting the daily recommended servings of fruit and vegetables.

If you want to get younger looking skin without spending a lot of money, it is easier than you may think.  There is no need to spend money on cosmetic surgeries, spas, or expensive creams – all you really need to do is follow a few simple rules:

If you are on both a budget and a diet, don’t fret. Eating healthy doesn’t have to be expensive. In fact, some of the healthiest foods can be grown from home easily or, if you don’t’ have a garden, bought cheap from a farmers market.  Here are a few ideas for cheap and healthy ingredients to add to your shopping list: