Liquid Vitamins: October 2012

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Vitamin D: essentials of absorption - Examiner.com

Vitamin D is an essential vitamin when it comes to health and wellness. Until recently, doctors havenâ€™t been able to recognize the symptoms of being deficient in vitamin D. There are a few foods that you can acquire it from such as Shiitake & Button mushrooms, mackerel, sockeye salmon, herring, sardines, catfish, tuna fish, cod liver oil, and eggs. Foods that deplete your body of vitamin D include Mineral oil, over the counter weight management drugs, antacids and several prescription medications.

The best way to replenish your bodyâ€™s store of vitamin D is to let your skin be exposed to direct sunlight. The sunlight youâ€™re exposed to canâ€™t pass through any type of glass, so you must actually go outside on a sunny day and expose your skin to the light. The variation of exposure is widespread, since your location on the grid determines how much sunlight exposure you need. The closer you are to the equator, the less exposure youâ€™ll need. You can never have too much vitamin D from natural food or sunlight sources. It regulates in your body and is redistributed into the production of other key nutrients. Itâ€™s important to be mindful though of how long you spend out in the sun, so you donâ€™t over-expose yourself.

Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin which means it dissolves in fat within your digestive tract. Digestive enzymes produced and secreted by your liver help to break down molecules of fat in the foods you eat. This digestion process also helps to release Vitamin D from your food so it can be absorbed along with the fatty acids. Decreased absorption of vitamin D can pose a health risk. Your body needs vitamin D to help control calcium metabolism. If youâ€™re taking vitamin D supplements, but test results are not showing higher levels of vitamin D on tests, you may be experiencing trouble with absorption.

If you think you are experiencing a deficiency in vitamin D absorption, please feel free to contact me via e-mail at healthcoach@balancedmindandbody.biz. I specialized in a wide range of health concerns including but not limited to vitamin D deficiency, and the inability to absorb the vitamins youâ€™re supplementing. Typically there is an underlying digestion issue that we can get to the bottom of fairly quickly, and we can do everything over the web. Find out how by reaching out and sending an e-mail. The first consultation is free, easy to schedule and we get to the bottom of all your health concerns and goals.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

The essential supplements - the important vitamins and minerals to help you ... - IrishCentral

Dietary supplements cannot erase the sins of an unhealthy lifestyle. They can however be a very important component of any wellness program we wish to pursue.

The following supplements represent the basics of well rounded nutrition:

A good quality multi-vitamin/mineral - A good multi supports the minimum requirements of all the essentials. It fills in the gaps with respect to our daily food and beverage intake. Taking a daily multi can foster better health when coupled with good nutrition. Some research shows that several of the nutrients found in high-quality multi-vitamin/mineral supplements can play an important role in preventing many chronic diseases including heart disease, cancer, and osteoporosis. A daily multivitamin supplement ensures an adequate intake of several micronutrients that are not always present in the diet in optimal amounts.

As with all supplements, it is essential to use only high-quality, bio-available multivitamins which are lab-tested and independently certified. In the US, supplements are not under the direct control of the FDA and many of the cheaper OTC brands fall far short of their dosage claims. Also, as a result of their processing, many vitamins are never fully digested, and therefore pass through the body unutilized. There are pharmaceutical grade supplements which are usually available through a doctorâ€™s office. Such supplements are superior.Â

Magnesium â€" Magnesium is a mineral required by each and every cell in your body. Magnesium has a role in maintaining normal muscle and nerve function. It keeps the heart rhythm steady, and promotes strong bones. It is also involved in energy metabolism and protein synthesis. Recent studies have shown that magnesium may be the most important dietary mineral. Most Americans and Europeans are deficient in magnesium. Magnesium deficiencies are associated with increased mortality from all causes. Magnesium is essential for calcium ut ilization as well as 300 essential bodily functions.Â

Vitamin D3 â€" Science now recognizes the importance of vitamin D (D3 is the most usable form). Humans make vitamin D in the presence of sunlight. The problem is that people spend far too much time sheltered from the sun. Therefore, people tend to be markedly deficient in vitamin D. Research shows that this vitamin is protective against all cancers. It is essential for calcium utilization which strengthens bones. It helps prevent diabetes, heart disease and Alzheimerâ€™s disease. It can also raise immunity and improve mood.

Omega 3 Fish Oil - Omega-3 fish oils can have many health benefits. Its active constituents EPA and DHA protects against heart disease and diabetes. Fish oil is highly anti-inflammatory. Fish oils help to heal blood vessel walls, preventing hardening of the arteries. It thins the blood minimizing the chances for clotting. It lowers blood pressure, and stabilizes blood suga r. It also can improve mood.

Probiotics â€" Probiotics are live, naturally-occurring microorganisms (usually bacteria) which function in the digestive tract to maintain normal digestion. These beneficial bacteria boost the immune system, and contribute to general health. Probiotics can also be helpful in maintaining urogenital health.

While the body needs an adequate amount of good bacteria for normal function, such bacteria is either made inadequate by todayâ€™s lifestyle or destroyed by antibiotic use. When there is an imbalance between good and bad bacteria the digestion system suffers. The immune system then becomes distressed making the body more vulnerable to infection, odor, bad skin, exhaustion and numerous other adverse conditions including Crohnâ€™s Disease, irritable bowl syndrome, gastrointestinal upset and diarrhea.

Co-enzyme Q 10 (CoQ-10, also known as ubiquinol) â€" CoQ-10 is a naturally-occurring compound fo und in every cell in the body. It boosts cellular energy and ATP production. It is also a powerful antioxidant. CoQ-10 also helps your body burn fat, improves cholesterol ratios, and can raise your overall physical energy level. Coenzyme Q10 benefits the heart, brain, and kidneys. It also improves thyroid and pancreas functions. It also helps limit the damage caused by cholesterol lowering drugs. Some diabetes drug, antidepressants, female hormone replacement therapy and blood pressure medications can lower natural levels of CoQ-10.

Zinc - Zinc is found in every tissue in the body and is directly involved in cell health and reproduction. It is a powerful antioxidant. Zinc can help prevent certain forms of prevent cancer and is involved in endocrine function and the maintenance of proper hormone levels. Zinc activates white blood cells to fight ``infections and can protect against viral infections. Zinc deficiency is linked to infertility, prostate prob lems and decreased libido. Insufficient levels of zinc can increase the negative effects of stress and accelerate the aging process.Â Zinc is necessary for optimal energy and proper body composition. Zinc also plays a role in protein synthesis and is required for proper function of red and white blood cells. It is highly concentrated in our bones, the pancreas, kidneys, liver, and retina. Zinc helps the pancreas make insulin in order to maintain normal sugar levels. Zinc is also important for maintaining a normal sense of taste and smell and maintaining a good memory.

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http://www.liquidhealthinc.com/node/155 Liquid Health, Inc. Launches a new
Website to Promote its new Liquid Vitamin Supplement for Weight Loss After
the recent release of a new liquid vitamin supplement [1] to aid in weight
loss, called Raspberry Ketone, Liquid Health, Inc. has started a new website
devoted to this product. Murrieta, CA (PRWEB) October 30, 2012 - Liquid
Health, Inc has recently added a new weight loss supplement to their list of
available products. In an attempt to promote this new *liquid vitamin
supplement*, Liquid Health, Inc has developed a website dedicated to it.
Raspberry Ketone, a new /liquid vitamin supplement/ aimed to help with weight
loss, was recently released by Liquid Health, Inc. This product is marketed
as a fat burner to help a person overcome a weight loss plateau. According to
the product’s website, Raspberry Ketone “promotes Lipolysis (break down
of fat for energy).” “There are so many weight loss products on the
market these days, we started the Raspberry Ketone website so we could
provide our customers a place to learn more about our product, so they would
feel confident in purchasing it,” as said by Brandon Siggard, CEO of Liquid
Health, Inc. The Raspberry Ketone website explains in greater detail how the
product works as well as provides information about Liquid Health, Inc. There
is also a place on the website to search for a retail location from which to
purchase the product. Furthermore, the Raspberry Ketone website provides the
customer the opportunity to purchase the product directly from Liquid Health,
Inc, for full retail price. Raspberry Ketone liquid vitamin supplement
contains (per one ounce serving): L-Carnitine USP 1000 mg Raspberry Ketones
200 mg Green tea leaf extract (50% ECGC) (Decaffeinated) 10 mg Stevia leaf 18
mg About Liquid Health, Inc.: Liquid Health, Inc. has been designing and
manufacturing liquid vitamin supplements since 1991. All Liquid Health
products, including Raspberry Ketone, are manufactured in a certified-cGMP
(current Good Manufacturing Practices) facility, using only premium/qualified
ingredients, and are analyzed and tested. All Liquid Health products are made
in the U.S.A. See the official press release here [2]

[1] http://www.raspberryketonesliquid.com/
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Vitamin D: absorption essentials - Examiner.com

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Daily nutrition must-haves - Times of India

Daily nutrition intake is usually a result of what you choose to eat without inconveniencing yourself.

But how much of this do you plan with your health in mind? Nutrients like iron, calcium, vitamins and minerals, amongst several others, are crucial to maintain a disease-free life. So how does one decide these daily nutrition must-haves? Are fruits and vegetables enough? Is the natural protein in your diet enough? Or do you need supplements? Today, we have Dr. Eileen Canday - Chief Dietician at Breach Candy Hospital, to help us understand the difference between supplements and natural foods.

What's better - supplements or natural foods? Has science and technology made supplements healthier over the years?

A nutritional supplement is a preparation intended to build or repair tissues, regulate body processes; it could include nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins fats, vitamins or minerals. It could also include, amino acids, omega f atty acids etc.

Dietary supplementations are common practice among those at risk or diagnosed with deficiencies or certain disorders.

Most commonly used dietary supplement is the multi vitamin -mineral supplement. Other products used are probiotics, digestive and antioxidant enzymes, vitamins and minerals including liquid formulations, micellised fat-soluble nutrients, and specialist combinations.

There has been a great demand from clients for dietetics professionals to provide guidance in choosing the right dietary supplement.

Supplements could be used when there could be a sudden physiological change in the body which would demand a particular nutrient to be added for some period of time, e.g. addition of proteins during weight training or addition of folic acid and iron during pregnancy.

Supplements would also be required for a short period of time e.g. vitamin D , India is full of sunshine so most people don't find the need for its supplemen tation , but thanks to our lifestyle , AC offices, in and out of cars ,many are restricted indoors hence the need for vitamin D supplementation.

With the latest research, development and technology nutraceutical industries use best raw ingredients, avoid artificial colorings', sweeteners and flavorings', and strive to deliver the highest levels of customer service. They also provide scientifically researched formulations designed for maximum absorption and bio-availability.

If we rely on supplements for vitamins and minerals, what should our diet complement these supps with?

Dietary supplements are intended for ingestion in pill, capsule, tablet, or liquid form and are not to be represented for use as a conventional food or as a sole item of a meal.

Although there is support to use garlic to reduce serum cholesterol levels, routine supplementations with garlic for all patients is not appropriate since the patient may be taking prescri ption medications to treat the elevated cholesterol, may be at risk for bleeding time with long term garlic use, or may be intolerant of the potential gastrointestinal discomfort, hence an assessment of each patient's clinical situation is important.

Reading labels is very important as it gives information about the substance or ingredient and its association health related condition.

What macronutrients must be included in daily eating?

Macro nutrients are macromolecules in plants and animals that can be digested, absorbed and used for energy, in other words they are nothing but simply carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

Humans need a balance of all macronutrients in specific amount for survival and growth. Along with macronutrients humans also need micronutrients to balance the diet.

There is an increasing trend today that people feel addition of supplement is easy way out than having a balanced diet than eating a healthy balanc ed diet. But remember that there is no substitute to eat a healthy diet. Use supplements only when needed, just as you do not self medicate; you also don't just include supplements without a prescription from a dietician or your doctors. Only a professional would tell you the kind and type of supplement needed for you. Beware, there are too many supplements flooded in markets and too many self claimed nutritionist too. Don't go by what the nutraceutical company representative tell you. Please consult your registered dietician or you doctor before you pop in those energy powders and pills. Each supplement should be carefully evaluated which should also include the length of time for supplement any known safety concerns and contraindications' and whether there are any known or potential interactions between each supplement

Eating the right amount of the right foods with a more active lifestyle and healthy habits can have a really positive influence on your health and wel lbeing.

What would you call a healthy breakfast? Please refer an example for an average Indian.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. A healthy breakfast is one, which is packed with nutrients, carbohydrates, fiber and vitamins. Choose a bowl full of cereals, porridge, oats and brown bread sandwich.

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http://www.liquidhealthinc.com/node/154 All the b complex vitamins I’ve
decided to lump all of the b complex vitamins [1] together this week. I may,
down the road, write more specific articles about some of the individual b
vitamins, but this week I’ll briefly discuss them all here. The vitamins
included in the “b complex” include: Vitamin B1 (or thiamine), Vitamin B2
(or riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (or niacin), Vitamin B5 (or pantothenic acid),
Vitamin B6, Vitamin B7 (or biotin), Vitamin B12 and Folic acid (which is
technically considered Vitamin B9.) These vitamins are generally grouped
together in supplements, but can occasionally be found individually,
especially Vitamins B6, B12 and Folic Acid. These water soluble vitamins are
necessary for many important functions in the body. All of the *b complex
vitamins* help to turn carbohydrates into energy, because of this, b vitamins
are sometimes considered a natural energy booster. B vitamins may also have
stress relieving properties because they “may strengthen the immune system
and improve the body's ability to withstand stressful conditions,”
according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Thiamine was the
first of the b complex vitamins to be discovered, which is why it’s called
Vitamin B1. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, “Your
body needs it (Vitamin B1) to form adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which every
cell of the body uses for energy.” UMM also says that Vitamin B2 “is
important for body growth and red blood cell production.” Of Niacin (or
Vitamin B3), UMM says, it “helps the body make various sex and
stress-related hormones in the adrenal glands and other parts of the body.
Niacin helps improve circulation.” Aside from the stuff that /b complex
vitamins/ are known to do, Vitamin B5 (or pantothenic acid) has recently
gained attention for being able to ease a person’s acne breakouts by
reducing the skin’s production of sebum. The Office of Dietary Supplements
says, “The body needs vitamin B6 for more than 100 enzyme reactions
involved in metabolism. Vitamin B6 is also involved in brain development
during pregnancy and infancy as well as immune function.” Biotin, according
to WebMD.com, “plays a key role in the body. It supports the health of the
skin, nerves, digestive tract, metabolism, and cells.” Vitamin B12 and
Folic Acid are two of the most popular B vitamins. The Office of Dietary
Supplements says, “Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that helps keep the body's
nerve and blood cells healthy and helps make DNA, the genetic material in all
cells. Vitamin B12 also helps prevent a type of anemia called megaloblastic
anemia that makes people tired and weak.” Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid often
team up, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center, Folic acid
“works closely with vitamin B12 to help make red blood cells and help iron
work properly in the body.” Additionally, UMM says, “Folic acid is
crucial for proper brain function and plays an important role in mental and
emotional health. It aids in the production of DNA and RNA, the body's
genetic material, and is especially important when cells and tissues are
growing rapidly, such as in infancy, adolescence, and pregnancy.” Because
*b complex vitamins* are water soluble, it means they are not stored in the
body and need to be replenished each day. This is why B vitamin supplements
are so popular. Aside from supplements, there are many food sources for each
of the B vitamins. Some of the most common food sources, according to
WebMD.com, include: Vitamin B1 – Whole grain, enriched, fortified products;
bread; cereals Vitamin B2 – Milk, bread products, fortified cereals Vitamin
B3 – Meat, fish, poultry, enriched and whole grain breads, fortified
cereals Vitamin B5 – Chicken, beef, potatoes, oats, cereals, tomatoes
Vitamin B6 – Fortified cereals, fortified soy products, organ meats Vitamin
B7 – Liver, fruits, meats Vitamin B 12 – Fish, poultry, meat, fortified
cereals Folic Acid – Dark, leafy vegetables; enriched and whole grain
breads; fortified cereals Image found here [2]

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[2] http://www.drschluter.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/vitamin-B-complex.jpghttp://liquidhealth.posterous.com/new-content-from-liquid-health-66252 http://www.liquidhealthinc.com/node/154 All the b complex vitamins I’ve decided to lump all of the b complex vitamins [1] together this week. I may, down the road, write more specific articles about some of the individual b vitamins, but this week I’ll briefly discuss them all here. The vitamins inc ... http://liquidhealth.posterous.com

Saturday, October 27, 2012

Daily Multivitamin Reduces Cancer Risk - Food Consumer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEÂ
Orthomolecular Medicine News Service, October 26, 2012

Even Low-Dose Supplementation Would Save 48,000 Lives Annually

by Robert G. Smith, PhD

(OMNS Oct 26, 2012) A major new health study published online last week found that everyday multivitamin supplements lower your risk of cancer by 8%.[1] This important result confirms what nutritionists and medical researchers have known over the past 50 years, that supplements of essential nutrients are beneficial for health and preventing disease. This is terrific news for everyone! Cancer deaths in the US in recent years have hovered near 600,000 per year (190 per 100,000) and are increasing.[2] If taking a daily multivitamin will prevent 8% of these deaths, thenthe lives of 48,000 people in the US could be saved each year, just by taking an inexpensive daily vitamin pill.

Details of the study

The study was performed on approximately 15,000 older men, half assigned randomly to take a multivitamin tablet and the other half to take a placebo. The men included in the study were medical doctors older than 50, including some older than 70, averaging about 64, and the most common cancer found was prostate cancer. Overall the risk of cancer was low, about 2% per person per year. After about 11 years, the cases of cancer in the 15,000 participants were tabulated. Those who took the multivitamin tablet were diagnosed with 89 fewer (1379 vs. 1290) cases of cancer, which represents a reduction of 8%.[1] This result, although modest, is significant because the reduction in risk was greater than would be expected by chance. However, when tabulated according to the specific type of cancer, for example, prostate cancer, no significant reduction in risk was found, probably because the incidence of each specific type of cancer was too low for statistical significance in the expe rimental methods employed. But when all the cases were considered together, this allowed the study to show a reduction in the cancer risk overall.

For many decades, it has been known that an excellent diet, along with adequate doses of supplements of essential nutrients can reduce the risk of chronic age-related diseases such as cancer. This knowledge was derived by doctors studying their patients and by observational health trials.[3,4] Other life-style changes, for example, quitting smoking, reducing obesity, and getting adequate exercise, are also known to reduce the risk for cancer and other chronic diseases.[4] Thus, the new study doesn't add much to our existing knowledge. The participants in this study, being doctors, were in good health and most of them exercised regularly, ate generous amounts of fruits and vegetables, and did not smoke.[1] So the results of the study, strictly speaking, are only applicable to a healthy population. However, it is likely that daily supplements of essential nutrients such as vitamins and minerals will help reduce the risk of age-related diseases such as cancer for everyone reg ardless of their health status and lifestyle. One confirmation of this was that the study showed a daily multivitamin tablet also reduced the risk of cancer for participants who previously had cancer.[1]

Flaws in previous trials

To put this new result in perspective, it is important to note that, over the last two decades, dozens of random-controlled health trials of individual supplements have been performed in which no positive health benefit was reported. In many cases, this likely occurred because the doses were inadequate, the wrong forms of vitamins and minerals were used, the duration of the trials was not long enough, or the disease under diagnosis was inappropriate for the specific nutrient being tested. These problems are known to nutritionists, which suggests that these trials were designed to fail. Moreover, it is known that supplementing with just one individual nutrient is less effective for many health conditions than a multivitamin. For example, a B-complex vitamin tablet is often more effective in promoting health than a tablet containing only one of the B vitamins because their effect is synergistic, that is, the body's biochemical pathways require all the B vitamins to function normally. Further, antioxidants such as vitamins C and E are synergistic and are more effective taken together in adequate doses (C: 3,000 - 6,000 mg/day in divided doses; E: mixed tocopherols and tocotrienols, 400-1200 IU/day [3]). Although one must laud the study for choosing to test a daily multivitamin tablet, it has missed a golden opportunity, because the doses of essential nutrients were far too low.

The multivitamin is the most popular dietary supplement. 56% of American adult women and 48% of American adult men take multivitamins. [15]Â 72% of physicians personally use dietary supplements.Â The multivitamin is the most popular dietary supplement taken by doctors. [16]

Doses

The multivitamin tablet used in the study contained doses of low-quality vitamins and minerals, some in an inaccessible form, such as magnesium oxide. The doses were similar to the recommended daily amounts published by the Institute of Medicine. [5] Such low doses, because they represent only an average minimum dose for health, should not be taken as the most appropriate dose for anyone. The study didn't test higher doses, and could not determine optimal doses for anyone's particular needs.[6] The participants in the study were arguably one of the most healthy segments of the population because they were medical doctors. But most of us don't have such healthy lifestyles. Many, perhaps most, of us require much higher levels of essential nutrients because of poor diet, stressful lifestyle, and differences in their genetic background.[6-8] So for many people, the much higher doses of supplements recommended by orthomolecular medicine are an inexpensive and very effective way to reduce the risk of cancer and other age-related conditions such as diabetes, eye disease, and heart disease. [3,4,8]

Most vitamin and mineral supplements when taken at appropriate doses are extremely safe.[9] Many nutritionists recommend doses of vitamins B1, B2, B5, and B6 in the range of 50 to 100 mg/day, vitamin B3 (niacin) in the range 200-1000 mg/day in divided doses, vitamin C in the range of 3,000-6,000 mg/day in divided doses, vitamin D in the range of 1500-2000 IU/day or up to 5000-10,000 IU/day for large or obese adults, and vitamin E in the range of 400-1200 IU.[3,10,11] Most of us have a deficiency in magnesium, which has been implicated in an elevated risk for cancer, and a dose of 200-500 mg/day of magnesium or more, taken in the proper form to recover from deficiency, will help to prevent cancer.[12] You may benefit by discussing these very safe but much higher doses with your doctor. Higher supplemental doses of vitamins and minerals, along with an excellent diet, do the best job helping the body to fight cancer and other chronic diseases. [3,4,11-14]

References:

1. Gaziano JM, Sesso HD, Christen WG, Bubes V, Smith JP, MacFadyen J, Schvartz M, Manson JE, Glynn RJ, Buring JE (2012) Multivitamins in the Prevention of Cancer in Men: the Physicians' Health Study II Randomized Controlled Trial JAMA. 2012;():1-10. doi:10.1001/jama.2012.14641.

2. National Cancer Institute.Â http://www.cancer.gov/newscenter/newsfromnci/2012/ReportNationRelease2012

3. Hoffer A, Saul AW (2008) Orthomolecular Medicine For Everyone: Megavitamin Therapeutics for Families and Physicians. Basic Health Publications, ISBN: 978-1591202264

4. Gonzalez MJ, Miranda-Massari JR, Saul AW (2009) I Have Cancer: What Should I Do?: Your Orthomolecular Guide for Cancer Management Basic Health Publications. ISBN: 978-1591202431

5. Institute of Medicine list of RDA for vitamins and minerals:Â http://www.iom.edu/Activities/Nutrition/SummaryDRIs/DRI-Tables.aspx

6. Hickey S, Roberts H (2011) Tarnished Gold: The Sickness of Evidence-based Medicine. CreateSpace Independent Publishing ISBN: 978-1466397293

7. Williams RJ, Deason G. (1967) Individuality in Vitamin C Needs. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 57:1638-1641.

8. Pauling L (2006) How to Live Longer and Feel Better. Oregon State University Press ISBN: 978-0870710964

9. Schuitemaker G (2012) Restrictions on Food Supplements are Based on Misinformation: An alert from Europe to the rest of the world. Orthomolecular News Service, Oct 16, 2012.http://orthomolecular.org/resources/omns/v08n31.shtml

10. Holick MF. (2012) Evidence-based D-bate on health benefits of vitamin D revisited. Dermatoendocrinol. 4:183-190.

11. Levy TE (2011) Primal Panacea. MedFox Publishing ISBN: 978-0983772804

12. Dean C. (2006) The Magnesium Miracle. Ballantine Books. ISBN-13: 978-0345494580

13. Ames BN. (2010) Prevention of mutation, cancer, and other age-associated diseases by optimizing micronutrient intake. J Nucleic Acids. 2010: article ID. 725071. doi:10.4061/2010/725071

14. McCann JC, Ames BN. (2011) Adaptive dysfunction of selenoproteins from the perspective of the triage theory: why modest selenium deficiency may increase risk of diseases of aging. FASEB J. 25:1793-814.

15. Council for Responsible Nutrition. (2012). CRN Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements. Retrieved October 4, 2012, fromÂ http://crnusa.org/CRNPR12-ConsumerSurvey100412.html

16 Dickinson A, Boyon N, Shao A. Physicians and nurses use and recommend dietary supplements: report of a survey. Nutrition Journal 2009, 8:29 doi:10.1186/1475-2891-8-29

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Ralph K. Campbell, M.D. (USA)Â
Carolyn Dean, M.D., N.D. (USA)Â
Damien Downing, M.D. (United Kingdom)Â
Dean Elledge, D.D.S., M.S. (USA)Â
Michael Ellis, M.D. (Australia)Â
Martin P. Gallagher, M.D., D.C. (USA)Â
Michael Gonzalez, D.Sc., Ph.D. (Puerto Rico)Â
William B. Grant, Ph.D. (USA)Â
Steve Hickey, Ph.D. (United Kingdom)Â
Michael Janson, M.D. (USA)Â
Robert E. Jenkins, D.C. (USA)Â
Bo H. Jonsson, M.D., Ph.D. (Sweden)Â
Thomas Levy, M.D., J.D. (USA)Â
Stuart Lindsey, Pharm.D. (USA)Â
Jorge R. Miranda-Massari, Pharm.D. (Puerto Rico)Â
Karin Munsterhjelm-Ahumada, M.D. (Finland)Â
Erik Paterson, M.D. (Canada)Â
W. Todd Penberthy, Ph.D. (USA)Â
Gert E. Schuitemaker, Ph.D. (Netherlands)Â
Robert G. Smith, Ph.D. (USA)Â
Jagan Nathan Vamanan, M.D. (India)

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Friday, October 26, 2012

New Content from Liquid Health

http://www.liquidhealthinc.com/node/153 Vitamin A supplements I’ve decided
to start a new series of articles, talking about the basics of different
vitamins, minerals and nutrients. I’ll kick this series off at the
beginning of the alphabet with Vitamin A supplements [1]. This essential
vitamin is fat soluble and comes in many forms; additionally it is necessary
for many important functions in the body. Because this vitamin is fat soluble
that means the body stores any surplus levels and it’s possible to store
excessive amounts that could possibly become dangerous. According to the
Office of Dietary Supplements, “Vitamin A is critical for vision” and
also “supports cell growth and differentiation, playing a critical role in
the normal formation and maintenance of the heart, lungs, kidneys, and other
organs.” While being deficient in this vitamin is extremely rare in
developing countries, there are still dangers associated with the condition
and reasons to consider taking *Vitamin A supplements*. The ODS says that
suffering from this deficiency is “one of the top causes of preventable
blindness in children.” Additionally, people deficient in Vitamin A
generally also suffer from low iron levels, which can cause anemia.
Recommended Dietary Allowances for Vitamin A: Age Male Female 1–3 years 300
mcg RAE 300 mcg RAE 4–8 years 400 mcg RAE 400 mcg RAE 9–13 years 600 mcg
RAE 600 mcg RAE 14–18 years 900 mcg RAE 700 mcg RAE 19–50 years 900 mcg
RAE 700 mcg RAE 51+ years 900 mcg RAE 700 mcg RAE RAE = retinol activity
equivalents* There are many available sources of Vitamin A. Some of the most
common food sources of this important vitamin include: milk, eggs, leafy
green vegetables, orange and yellow vegetables, tomato products, liver and
fish oils. It’s also common to find this vitamin in various supplement
forms, both individually and in a combination or multivitamin product. When
comparing Vitamin A supplements, it’s important to look at which form of
the vitamin is being offered, for example: retinyl acetate, retinyl
palmitate, or beta-carotene. As always, it’s ideal to get all your Vitamin
A from a healthy diet, but sometimes that’s not always possible. Before
starting /Vitamin A supplements/, talk to your doctor about possible
interactions with any medications you may be taking, as well as possibly
getting excessive amounts of Vitamin A. Taking vitamins is a good thing, but
sometimes it’s possible to get too much of a good thing, especially fat
soluble vitamins since they are stored in the body and have ability to
accumulate over time. Image found here [2]

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Daily vitamin pill a buffer to cancer - The Australian Financial Review

Pill popping â€" multivitamins, that is â€" may be of some benefit in protecting against cancer, and has little danger except, perhaps, a false sense of security. Illustration: Rod Clement

Jill Margo

Although there has never been any good evidence to suggest a daily multivitamin and mineral pill is beneficial, millions of middle-aged men around the world take one on faith every day.

Now, high quality research suggests their faith is not misplaced. It found a daily pill reduces the odds of cancer for men over 50 and does no harm.

This is the first time such a combination pill has been shown to provide protection against cancer.

Published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the study followed some 15,000 male doctors for more than a decade and found those taking the pill had 8 per cent fewer cancers than those taking dummy pills.

daily pill

The doctors were part of the Physiciansâ€™ Health Study II, which began at Harvard in 1997. They were divided into two groups. One took the pill Centrum Silver, which had 31 vitamins and minerals. The other received a dummy pill.

Until the trial ended, neither they nor the investigators knew who was in the dummy group.

Eleven years later, the death rate between the two groups was similar, as was the rate of prostate cancer, by far the most common cancer diagnosed during the study.

But when prostate cancer was removed from the equation, the daily pill lowered other cancer rates among the men by 12 per cent.

results no slam dunk

The response from commentators has been measured. These results â€œdonâ€™t provide a slam dunk,â€ said the Harvard Health Blog.

It notes almost all participants were white men with excellent access to healthcare. They were also fairly healthy, very few smoked and many followed good diets.

Another Harvard expert said while a daily combined pill could â€œprovide some nutritional insuranceâ€, it wasnâ€™t a substitute for real food, whose flavonoids, carotenoids and other substances probably work to prevent cancer. Multivitamins donâ€™t have these.

Some speculate the modest reduction in rates in cancer could result from correcting micronutrient deficiencies or from the fact that low doses of several vitamins and minerals work together synergistically to prevent cancer.

modest good news

The authors conclude their results do offer limited support for recommending men take such a combined pill for cancer prevention.

They also looked at the effects of this pill on cardiovascular events, eye disease, and cognitive decline.

These results are to be published soon but study leader, J. Michael Gaziano, from Brigham and Womenâ€™s Hospital in Boston, declined to disclose whether more modest good news is to be expected.

He told The Australian Financial Review that although the study demonstrates these pills modestly reduce the risk of cancer in middle-age and older men, the main reason for taking them is to prevent vitamin and mineral deficiency.

Since the study began in 1997, the composition of the commercial version of Centrum Silver has altered, reflecting evolving views and priorities in nutrition.

long-term use

Several recent vitamin studies have been disappointing, finding a lack of benefit for many individual vitamins and some harm when they are taken in large doses.

This studyâ€™s authors found no harm from long-term daily use, no significant gastrointestinal tract symptoms â€" peptic ulcer, constipation, diarrhoea, gastritis or nausea â€" and no fatigue, drowsiness, skin discolouration or migraine. Some men, however, were more likely to get rashes.

Whether this study has an impact on official dietary guidelines is yet to be seen. Two years ago, the United States guidelines said there was no evidence to support taking a multivitamin or mineral supplement to prevent chronic disease.

Australiaâ€™s official dietary guidelines are under review and are expected to be released next year.

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Thursday, October 25, 2012

Curbing the Enthusiasm on Daily Multivitamins - New York Times (blog)

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Multivitamin preparations could reduce cancer risk. - Einnews Portugal

FRIEDRICHSDORF, Germany, October 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

Multivitamin preparations could reduce cancer risk.

A recent study shows eight percent fewer cases of cancer when taking a combination of vitamins and minerals.

A daily multivitamin preparation may apparently be useful after all. In any case, this is what the latest results of an American study show; this study's participants, who took a pill containing a combination of vitamins and minerals each day for an average of 11 years, had an eight percent lower risk of cancer than participants in a placebo group. The team of researchers under the leadership of Dr J. Michale Gaziano from Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston had evaluated the data from 14,641 male US doctors as part of the Physicians' Health Study II. The authors of the study consider there is great potential in using multivitamin/mineral preparations as an additional measure to prevent cancer in men from middle age onwards. The scientists state that, in the final analysis, the study also showed that the long-term, regular consumption of multivitamins in the study was safe.

In comments on the study, experts stressed that an eight percent reduction in the general cancer risk was a significant factor; if you take the 1.6 million new cancer cases per year in the USA alone, this would mean 130,000 fewer cancer cases yearly just there.

In Europe, each year 3.2 million new cases of cancer are diagnosed. If one could prevent eight percent of these, this would help 256, 000 people - not to mention the costs these cancer cases would mean for the general health service.

The scientists in the USA went on to state that vitamin preparations could in no way be a substitute for a healthy lifestyle and balanced diet but that multivitamin preparations made a cost-effective, safe contribution to maintaining good health.

Source:

Gaziano J. M. et al. Multivitamins in the Prevention of Cancer in Men - The Physicians' Health Study II Randomized Controlled Trial. JAMA. Published online October 2012.

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Multivitamin Use Linked to Lowered Cancer Risk - New York Times

After a series of conflicting reports about whether vitamin pills can stave off chronic disease, researchers announced on Wednesday that a large clinical trial of nearly 15,000 older male doctors followed for more than a decade found that those taking a daily multivitamin experienced 8 percent fewer cancers than the subjects taking dummy pills.

While many studies have focused on the effects of high doses of particular vitamins or minerals, like calcium and vitamin D, this clinical trial examined whether a common daily multivitamin had an effect on overall cancer risk. A randomized, double-blinded clinical trial, the kind considered the most rigorous type of study, it was one of the largest and longest efforts to address questions about vitamin use.

The findings were to be presented Wednesday at an American Association for Cancer Research conference on cancer prevention in Anaheim, Calif., and the paper was published online in The Journal of the American Medical Association.

The reduction in total cancers was small but statistically significant, said the studyâ€™s lead author, Dr. J. Michael Gaziano, a cardiologist at Brigham and Womenâ€™s Hospital and the VA Boston Healthcare System. While the main reason to take a multivitamin is to prevent nutritional deficiencies, Dr. Gaziano said, â€œit certainly appears there is a modest reduction in the risk of cancer from a typical multivitamin.â€

He noted that other measures are likely to protect against cancer more effectively than the daily use of multivitamins.

â€œIt would be a big mistake for people to go out and take a multivitamin instead of quitting smoking or doing other things that we have a higher suspicion play a bigger role, like eating a good diet and getting exercise,â€ Dr. Gaziano said. â€œYouâ€™ve got to keep wearing your sunscreen.â€

The study was supported by the National Institutes of Health and a grant, initiated by the investigators, from the chemical company BASF. Pfizer provided the multivitamins. The sponsors did not influence the study design, data analysis or manuscript preparation, the authors said.

About half of all Americans take some form of a vitamin supplement, and at least one-third take a multivitamin. But many recent vitamin studies have been disappointing, finding not only a lack of benefit but even some harm associated with large doses of certain supplements. The 2010 dietary guidelines for Americans state that there is no evidence to support taking a multivitamin or mineral supplement to prevent chronic disease.

The American Cancer Society recommends that people eat a balanced diet, but that those who take supplements choose a balanced multivitamin that contains no more than 100 percent of the daily value of most nutrients.

Though several researchers said they were somewhat surprised by the findings, others called the results encouraging.

â€œIt is a small overall effect, but from a public health standpoint, it could be of great importance,â€ said Dr. E. Robert Greenberg, an affiliate at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle. â€œOther than quitting smoking, thereâ€™s not much else out there that has shown it will reduce your cancer risk by nearly 10 percent.â€

Multivitamin use had no effect on the incidence of prostate cancer, which was the most common cancer diagnosed in the study participants. When researchers looked at the effect of vitamin use on all other cancers, they found a 12 percent reduction in occurrence. Overall cancer deaths were reduced among vitamin users, but the difference was not statistically significant.

A major limitation of the study is that it included only male doctors, who were particularly healthy, with extremely low smoking rates, said Marji McCullough, a nutritional epidemiologist with the American Cancer Society. â€œWe still need to find out whether these findings can be applied to others in the population,â€ she said.

The research effort might have benefited from the fact that the doctors who participated were diligent about taking their pills, and the researchers suggested that the effect of multivitamin use might have been muted because the participants were health-conscious to begin with.

Dr. David Chapin, 73, a gynecologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston who participated in the trial, said that although he had â€œnever believedâ€ in vitamins, he might start taking a daily multivitamin now, despite the modest benefit.

â€œA lot of studies make big news, but when you look at the nitty-gritty, they donâ€™t show all that much,â€ Dr. Chapin said, adding that he recently discovered he had been taking a placebo pill. â€œThis was a very reliable study, it was very well designed and administered, and it went on and on and on.â€

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Case reports highlight importance of vitamin and mineral supplementation after ... - News-Medical.net

Non-compliance with vitamin and mineral supplementation protocols after bariatric surgery could lead to nutritional deficiencies and related health complications, such as heart damage, according to two separate case reports unveiled today at the American College of Gastroenterology's (ACG) 77th Annual Scientific meeting in Las Vegas.

Case Report 1: "Malnutrition Secondary to Non-Compliance with Vitamin and Mineral Supplements after Gastric Bypass Surgery: Complex Problem, Simple Solution"

Multivitamin supplementation is considered the standard of care for any patient undergoing gastric bypass, according to researchers from the University of Missouri who report a case of a non-compliant patient who failed to maintain regular follow-up after undergoing bariatric surgery leading to severe vitamin and mineral deficiencies managed by a multidisciplinary approach.

In this case, a 38-year old female patient underwent Roux-en-Y (RYGB) gastric bypass surgery but had limited follow-up during the five years since her surgery when she presented with several weeks of fatigue. She lost nearly 104 pounds since her surgery and was poorly compliant with her vitamin and mineral supplements, according to co-investigator Hazem Hammad, M.D.

"When she came in for medical care she was pale and had a slight soft ejection systolic murmur," said Dr. Hammad, who noted that she had hemoglobin of 4.7 g/dL and marked mineral and vitamin deficiencies, including low levels of Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Zinc, and Iron. After receiving counseling about the crucial benefits from long term follow-up and compliance with vitamin supplements, the patient was discharged to complete an IV iron supplementation treatment course and to follow up with a bariatric surgery multidisciplinary center, according to the case report. Two weeks following discharge she received additional counseling from her primary care physician and was given a handout that outlined vitamin supplementation following bariatric surgery along with written information that included how to obtain bariatric vitamins via website, phone and from pharmacies.

Three months following discharge laboratory tests revealed an increase in hemoglobin to 10.8 g/dL and an improvement in her vitamins and mineral deficiency status.

"The pre- and post-operative management of bariatric surgery patients is clearly multidisciplinary. United States guidelines define the primary team as comprising the bariatric surgeon, the obesity specialist and the dietitian," said Dr. Hammad. "Primary care physicians, however, have a significant role in managing and following these patients by providing crucial patient education and support as illustrated in our case."

Selenium Deficiency Causing Cardiomyopathy in a Patient with Gastric Bypass Surgery

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Supplement safety - Thecollinsvillenews

Do I need to think about my total diet? Yes. Dietary supplements are intended to supplement the diets of some people, but not to replace the balance of the variety of foods important to a healthy diet. While you need enough nutrients, too much of some nutrients can cause problems. You can find information on the functions and potential benefits of vitamins and minerals, as well as upper safe limits for nutrients at the National Academy of Sciences Web site.

Should I check with my doctor or healthcare provider before using a supplement? This is a good idea, especially for certain population groups. Dietary supplements may not be risk-free under certain circumstances. If you are pregnant, nursing a baby, or have a chronic medical condition, such as, diabetes, hypertension or heart disease, be sure to consult your doctor or pharmacist before purchasing or taking any supplement. While vitamin and mineral supplements are widely used and generally considered safe for children, you may wish to check with your doctor or pharmacist before giving these or any other dietary supplements to your child. If you plan to use a dietary supplement in place of drugs or in combination with any drug, tell your health care provider first. Many supplements contain active ingredients that have strong biological effects and their safety is not always assured in all users. If you have certain health conditions and take these products, you may be placin g yourself at risk.

Some supplements may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines. Taking a combination of supplements or using these products together with medications (whether prescription or OTC drugs) could under certain circumstances produce adverse effects, some of which could be life-threatening. Be alert to advisories about these products, whether taken alone or in combination. For example: Coumadin (a prescription medicine), ginkgo biloba (an herbal supplement), aspirin (an OTC drug) and vitamin E (a vitamin supplement) can each thin the blood, and taking any of these products together can increase the potential for internal bleeding. Combining St. Johnâ€™s Wort with certain HIV drugs significantly reduces their effectiveness. St. Johnâ€™s Wort may also reduce the effectiveness of prescription drugs for heart disease, depression, seizures, certain cancers or oral contraceptives.

Some supplements can have unwanted effects during surgery: It is important to fully inform your doctor about the vitamins, minerals, herbals or any other supplements you are taking, especially before elective surgery. You may be asked to stop taking these products at least 2-3 weeks ahead of the procedure to avoid potentially dangerous supplement/drug interactionsâ€"such as changes in heart rate, blood pressure and increased bleeding - that could adversely affect the outcome of your surgery.

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Monday, October 22, 2012

Selenium deficiency may cause cardiomyopathy post-gastric bypass - Medical Xpress

Case Report 1: "Malnutrition Secondary to Non-Compliance with Vitamin and Mineral Supplements after Gastric Bypass Surgery: Complex Problem, Simple Solution"

Three months following discharge laboratory tests revealed an increase in hemoglobin to 10.8 g/dL and an improvement in her vitamins and mineral deficiency status.

Selenium Deficiency Causing Cardiomyopathy in a Patient with Gastric Bypass Surgery

In a separate case report, Mustafa Huseini, M.D., Naeem Raza, M.D. and their colleagues from the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA reported that although rare in developed countries, selenium deficiency may occur in individuals with chronic malabsorptive states such as patients with history of gastric bypass, and long term selenium-deficient parenteral nutrition.

"Selenium is an essential trace element that plays an integral role in normal myocardial function so supplementation may be beneficial for individuals who are at risk of low absorption, such as gastric bypass patients," said Dr. Huseini.

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"After adequate supplementation with selenium, cardiac function improved and a repeat 2D echocardiogram demonstrated normalized ejection fraction of 55 percent," said Dr. Huseini. "This case emphasizes the role of considering selenium deficiency as a reversible cause of unexplained cardiomyopathy in patients with gastric bypass besides otherwise impaired nutritional status."

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THE VITAL VITAMINS - Express.co.uk

But which supplements do we really need and can any be harmful when taken in excess? Here, leading nutritionist and health writer Dr Carina Norris shares her insights into the value of vitamin and mineral supplements. She reveals the truth about which offer the greatest benefits and which we should avoid.

Q Are we wasting our money by swallowing Â£670million-worth of supplements a year? Or is it quite hard to get all you need from the average diet?

DR NORRIS SAYS: "In an ideal world everyone would get all the nutrients they need from a balanced diet but in the real world this just doesn't happen. Some may have increased requirements, such as pregnant women and smokers. Sometimes - when we are under stress for instance - our diet may not be up to scratch so there is also an argument for taking a good quality multivitamin and mineral supplement as a safety net.

"But it's important to remember you'r e not invulnerable - to sun damage, cancer or whatever - just because you're taking a supplement. They're not magic bullets. And they should be considered to be what their name suggests - supplements to a healthy diet, not a replacement for it."

Q Would we actually all be better off taking a daily multivitamin, whatever our diet?

DR NORRIS SAYS: "I take supplements, though I don't take so many pills I rattle, and I don't take megadoses. I take a good quality "multi" and a few other supplements where I believe research suggests you may not be able to get enough from a healthy, balanced diet."

Q Is it better to have supplements in tablet form, as a liquid-containing capsule, or to take them in some other way?

DR NORRIS SAYS: "Some vitamins and minerals are best absorbed in certain forms, such as chelates and complexes, and many are better in capsule form, as they suffer when they are heated and are compressed into pills. If you're serious about your supplements ask the manufacturer why they provide their vitamins in certain forms."

Q Is it possible to take too much of a certain vitamin or mineral?

DR NORRIS SAYS: "We know that nutrient deficiencies reduce our risk of developing serious diseases but when it comes to vitamins it certainly isn't a case of 'more is better' since overdoses can be harmful. The dangers come when people take too much, or believe that taking supplements means that they don't have to worr y about eating healthily or looking after their health."

Q Are more expensive brands of vitamins better, or are basic supermarket generics just as effective?

DR NORRIS SAYS: "The quality of vitamins varies considerably and you should always buy from a reputable brand. To a certain extent you get what you pay for."

SO WHAT DO YOU NEED?
By Dr. Carina Norris

VITAMINS

Vitamin A
This is needed for healthy skin and vision and supports the immune system. It also acts as an antioxidant, protecting our body's cells from damage. The recommended intake is 700 micrograms a day for men and 600 micrograms for women. But vitamin A is stored in the body, so if you take too much it can accumulate to dangerous levels and cause liver damage. For this reason you need to check all the sources you could be getting vitamin A from, such as a multi-supplement, cod liver oil (very high in vitamin A) and an antioxidant supplement, as well as your diet - if you eat liver, for example.

B vitamins
A group of vitamins that includes B1, B2, B3, B6 and B12 and is involved in the release of energy from food, making blood cells and keeping the nervous system healthy. These are water soluble and aren't stored in the body. Any excess is flushed out in the form of urine so taking them as part of a multivitamin is not harmful.

Folic acid Another member of the B vitamin group which is vital for pregnant women or those planning a pregnancy as it reduces the risk of neural tube defects such as spina bifida in the baby. There's also evidence that it might reduce the heart disease risk in the general population. The recommendation is 200 micrograms; double this for women planning a baby and for the first three months of pregnancy. Any excess is flushed out i n your urine.

Vitamin C
Vital for a healthy immune system and wound healing, this also helps you to absorb iron from food. However, evidence that it helps prevent colds is inconclusive. The official recommendation is just 60 milligrams but I'd consider this the bare minimum to prevent deficiency and you need more for optimum health. That said, if you eat at least your five a day fruit and veg, you should easily get enough. Any excess will be flushed away in your urine.

Vitamin D
This is vital for healthy bones and teeth as it helps the body absorb and use calcium. But I think we're going to be hearing a lot more about this vitamin. Studies suggest that low levels could contribute to a variety of conditions, including cancer and Multiple Sclerosis.

We get most of our vitamin D from a reaction caused by the action of sunlight on the skin but research suggests that many of us aren't getting the optimum exposure due to the pitiful amount of sunshine we get in this country.

There's no official recommendation for most people, though pregnant and breast-feeding women are advised to take a 10 microgram supplement, as are the elderly.

It's certainly worth taking a multivitamin containing vitamin D but don't take to excess. It is stored in the body and can build up to harmful levels.

Vitamin E
It is involved in supporting the immune system and it's so unlikely that you wouldn't get enough from a normal diet that there is not even an official recommendation for it.

Vitamin K
This will help the blood to clot and is needed for healthy bones. The best food sources for providing it are eggs, fish oils, dairy products, green leafy vegetables and asparagus. Vitamin K is also produced naturally by harmless bacteria in our gut. Again it's not a vitamin I'd recommend people taking singly, though it's useful t o find in a multi.

MINERALS

Iron
Needed to make the red blood cells that carry oxygen around the body, and to prevent anaemia. Iron from animal sources (such as lean red meat, oily fish and egg yolks) is much better absorbed than that from vegetarian sources (such as green leafy vegetables, nuts and pulses), though you can enhance absorption by eating your iron-rich foods with vitamin C-rich sources such as tomatoes or a glass of orange juice.

Insufficient iron is one of the commoner nutrient deficiencies. Women who have heavy periods may need a supplement but overdoses are dangerous so if you think you may be anaemic you should see your doctor for a blood test. They can prescribe supplements if necessary.

Calcium
Essential for building and maintaining healthy bones and teeth, this is important to help prevent osteoporosis in later life, especially in women. The best fo od sources include dairy foods, sardines, salmon and green leafy vegetables.

The recommendation is 700 milligrams for adults but more for breast-feeding women, who need it to produce milk, and teenagers, who are at peak bone-building stage. If you take a supplement, calcium citrate is better absorbed than calcium carbonate.

You need to ensure you're getting enough vitamin D to help you to absorb your calcium.

Zinc
This is another important immune nutrient and it's also needed for healthy growth and development, as well as sperm formation in men. There's some evidence that taking zinc lozenges could help treat colds but most people don't need to take a supplement as it's easy to get from the diet.

Magnesium
As well as helping the body deal with stress this aids muscle function and is also needed for healthy bones. Some studies suggest that women suffering from Premenstrual Syndrome have low magn esium levels and that taking a supplement could help. However, you should ask your GP for guidance.

Selenium
A vital booster for protection against heart disease and cancer. Some research suggests that levels of selenium in the soil are decreasing and this could make it harder to get enough of this mineral from food. I certainly wouldn't recommend individual selenium supplements, though good multivitamins will generally contain it.

Fish oil
This is one of the supplements I take, even though I generally eat oily fish the recommended once a week. There's strong evidence that the omega-3 essential fatty acids in fish oil can reduce our risk of a range of conditions, most notably heart disease, but also depression, dementia and chronic fatigue syndrome. However, the doses used in these studies were high. I'd suggest taking a fish oil supplement with around 500 to 1000mg omega-3s per day.

Pregnant women n eed to be more careful about the amount of oily fish they eat, as they can contain low levels of pollutants that could harm the unborn baby.

It's important to note the difference between cod liver oil and fish oil. Cod liver oil (like all liver) is extremely high in vitamin A and to get any significant benefits for your heart you'd have to take more than would be wise. But if you take fish oil, extracted from the flesh of the fish (not just the liver) you can safely get enough of these beneficial omega-3s.

Fish oil is a supplement where quality and method of production is key. Ensure that the fish used comes from unpolluted seas.

Probiotics and Prebiotics
Probiotic supplements top up the friendly bacteria that inhabit everyone's gut and can be helpful if you have been taking antibiotics which are designed to kill all bacteria - friendly or not.

Most people take them in the form of little yogurt drinks but you can also buy them in capsules or tablets. Studies have also suggested that they can help in cases of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Research is finding more and more things that these beneficial bugs are responsible for.

Prebiotics are "food" for the friendly bacteria and you can buy prebiotic supplements as well as foods fortified with prebiotics.

VITAMINS A LIFE-SAVER AT 1P A DAY - Express.co.uk

Scientists have found that men who pop a supplement, which can cost less than a penny a day, every day were 8 per cent less likely to develop cancer of any kind.

Researcher Howard Sesso, from Brigham and Womenâ€™s Hospital in Boston said: â€œMany studies have suggested that eating a nutritious diet may reduce a manâ€™s risk of developing cancer.

â€œNow we know that taking a daily multivitamin, in addition to addressing vitamin and mineral deficiencies, may also be considered in the prevention of cancer in middle-aged and older men.â€

The finding came from the first study of its kind to look into the long-term affect of taking multivitamins on chronic diseases.

Scientists in the US monitored almost 15,000 men for 11 years and said that the â€œmodestâ€ reduction is thought to mirror the benefits of eating a healthy diet high in fruit and vegetables.

Many studies have suggested that eating a nutritious diet may reduce a manâ€™s risk of developing cancer

US researcher Howard Sesso

Multivitamins contain a wide range of nutrients that might be missing from a less than ideal diet.

The Physicians Health Study II (PHS II) trial involved male American doctors who received either a daily multivitamin tablet or an inactive placebo pill.

Over an average 11.2 years, a total of 2,669 cancers were diagnosed, including 1,373 cases of prostate and 210 cases of bowel cancer.

During the follow-up period, 2,757 (18.8 per cent) of the men died, including 859 killed by cancer.

Compared with men not taking multivitamins, those regularly taking the pills experienced an 8 per cent reduction in total cancer incidence.

Multivitamin use led to a similar reduction in all cases of epithelial cancers, which affect skin cells and those lining organs and body cavities.

The scientists found no risk reduction in prostate cancer from taking multivitamins.

But most of the prostate cancers identified were early stage, low grade tumours giving a high chance of survival.
Results of the study were presented at the Frontiers in Cancer Prevention Research meeting in Chicago and also published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

The researchers wrote in their paper: â€œMultivitamins are the most common dietary supplement, regularly taken by at least one-third of US adults.

â€œThe traditional role of a daily multivitamin is to prevent nutritional deficiency.

â€œThe combination of essential vitam ins and minerals contained in multivitamins may mirror healthier dietary patterns such as fruit and vegetable intake, which have been modestly and inversely associated with cancer risk in some, but not all, epidemiologic studies.â€

It was not possible to say which particular vitamins and minerals in a multivitamin supplement may be responsible for reducing cancer risk, the researchers pointed out.

Nor was it known whether the same effects extended to women or men younger than 50.

A similar study is under way looking at the impact of taking multivitamins on the risk of heart disease.

Results from that trial will be announced early next month.

Nutritionist, Dr Carrie Ruxton, said: â€œThis new clinical study showed that men who regularly took multivitamins had an 8 per cent lower risk of developing cancer compared with the placebo group.

â€œTherefore, achieving recommended levels of vitamins and minerals may be an important part of cancer pr evention alongside healthy eating, regular exercise and avoiding obesity. â€œWhile we should be able to get all we need from a balanced diet, the reality in the UK is that significant groups of people fail to meet nutrient targets, especially for selenium and vitamin D â€" both of which have been linked with cancer prevention.

â€œTaking a multivitamin is one way to bridge the gap between intakes and recommendations.â€

Previous research has hailed the benefits of taking multivitamin tablets to reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Women who took regular doses of vitamin pills saw their chance of suffering from the disease fall by as much as 40 per cent.

However, the issue of vitamin pills in cancer prevention has remained controversial after a few studies have shown they reduce the risk.

In fact, many experts believe that people who take high doses of vitamin pills each day may saturate their body and actually increase the risk of cancer.

Thursday, October 18, 2012

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http://www.liquidhealthinc.com/node/150 Things to know about liquid calcium
We all know that calcium is important for proper teeth and bone growth and
maintenance. There are other reasons we need adequate amounts of calcium in
our bodies. According to the Office of Dietary Supplements, “calcium is
required for vascular contraction and vasodilation, muscle function, nerve
transmission, intracellular signaling and hormonal secretion, though less
than 1% of total body calcium is needed to support these critical metabolic
functions.” So even though 99% of calcium is needed by our bones and teeth,
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to keep in mind the recommended daily intake of calcium. According to Food
and Nutrition Board, as of 2010, adult men (aged 19-70) need 1000 mg/day of
calcium, while women (aged 19-50) need 1000 mg/day and women over 50 need
1200mg/day. There are plenty of food sources of calcium, such as milk,
yogurt, cheeses, but sometimes food sources are not enough. Our need for
calcium goes up as we age and our bones start to lose mass. When it comes to
taking a /liquid calcium/ supplement, there are many things to think about.
There are many forms of calcium available as supplements, such as carbonate,
citrate, gluconate, lactate, and phosphate. The different forms have
different benefits and drawbacks. One of the most important aspects to
consider about the different forms of calcium is each forms level of
elemental calcium. Elemental calcium is the amount of calcium that your body
can actually absorb. For example, calcium citrate is 21% elemental, so for
every 1000mg of calcium citrate you take, your body is absorbing 210 mg.
According to the Office of Dietary Supplements, there are a few groups who
are at a higher risk of becoming deficient in calcium. These groups are:
postmenopausal women, Amenorrheic women and the female athlete triad,
Individuals with lactose intolerance or cow's milk allergy, and Vegetarians.
These people would benefit from considering a liquid calcium supplement.
There are also factors that may affect our ability to absorb calcium, such as
age and low levels of Vitamin D as well as high intake of caffeine, sodium
and alcohol. While calcium is a very important mineral in our body, at the
end of the day only you can know if you need to take supplemental calcium.
There are many different calcium supplements available on the market, so make
sure to do your research and as always, consult your doctor if you have any
questions or concerns.

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Vitamins can lower men's risk of cancer - Herald Scotland

Thursday 18 October 2012

Popping a multivitamin pill each day can reduce a man's risk of cancer, a large study has found.

Scientists in the US who monitored almost 15,000 men for 11 years said those who took the pills were 8% less likely to develop cancer of any kind.

The "modest" reduction is thought to mirror the benefits of a healthy diet, high in fruit and vegetables. Multivitamins contain a wide range of nutrients that might be missing from a less than ideal diet.

Researcher Howard Sesso, from Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, said: "Many studies have suggested a nutritious diet may reduce a man's risk of developing cancer. Now we know daily multi-vitamins, in addition to addressing vitamin and mineral deficiencies, may be considered in the prevention of cancer in middle-aged and older men."The study involved male American doctors who received either a daily multivitamin tablet or an inactive placebo pill.Over an average 11.2 years, a total of 2669 cancers were diagnosed, including 1373 cases of prostate and 210 cases of bowel cancer.During the follow-up period, 2757 (18.8%) of the men died, including 859 killed by cancer.Compared with men not taking multivitamins, pill users experienced an 8% reduction in total cancer incidence.It was not possible to say which particular vitamins and minerals in a multi-vitamin supplement may be responsible for reducing cancer risk, the researchers pointed out.

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Multivitamins lead to less cancer, at least in older men, Boston study suggests - Boston.com

By Deborah Kotz, Globe Staff

Millions of Americans take a daily multivitamin hoping it will help keep them healthy, and now a large clinical trial has shown that it actually works to prevent cancer -- at least in older men.

The long-running Brigham and Womenâ€™s Hospital study involved nearly 15,000 male physicians over age 50 and found that those who took a Centrum Silver multivitamin, for an average of 11 years, had an 8 percent lower risk of getting cancer compared with those who were randomly chosen to get placebos.

â€œThis is a modest reduction, but our results suggest that low doses of multiple vitamins and minerals in a supplement might work together to prevent disease beyond addressing vitamin and mineral deficiencies,â€ said study co-author Howard Sesso, an associate epidemiologist in the Brighamâ€™s Division of Preventive Medicine.

The results contrast with findings of some previous research of individual vitamins, which showed either no reduction in cancer risk, or even a small increase.

Sesso and his colleagues presented the findings Wednesday at the American Association for Cancer Research meeting in Anaheim, Calif., and published the study online in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Taking multivitamins wasnâ€™t found to lead to fewer deaths from cancer. There was a slight difference in mortality favoring supplements, but because of the small number of cancer deaths among the doctors, that difference was not statistically significant.

The men in the study tended to be white non-smokers, who ate little red meat and about four servings of fruits and vegetables a day, and nutritional researchers not involved in the study noted that the cancer preventive benefits may not apply to everyone.

â€œThese are very encouraging results, but women werenâ€™t included in this study, nor were younger men, nor those from a range of ethnicities,â€ said Dr. Demetrius Albanes, a nutritional epidemiologist at the National Cancer Institute. â€œItâ€™s one trial, and weâ€™ve seen many cases where one trial doesnâ€™t always give the final answer.â€

A study Albanes helped conduct nearly two decades ago found that male smokers who took vitamin E and beta carotene supplements werenâ€™t any less likely to get lung cancer than those who took placebos and that beta carotene may have actually raised the risk of cancer. The surprising finding led some doctors to stop recommending vitamins altogether.

Highly-respected entities such as the US Preventive Services Task Force and the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements have for years stated that thereâ€™s insufficient evidence to recommend for or against a daily multivitamin, and whether that advice will change remains to be seen.

Laboratory research has shown that vitamins and minerals could protect against cancer by preventing the growth and proliferation of cancer cells, reducing the formation of blood vessels that help cancer spread, and protecting against DNA damage that could give rise to cancer cells. â€œThatâ€™s just a short list of what these nutrients do,â€ said Albanes. But getting the right level of nutrients in the right balance appears vital for cancer prevention.

The American Cancer Society said it hasnâ€™t decided whether to alter its recommendation that people get nutrients from a healthy diet, not supplements. â€œThis study is an important addition to the body of evidence the Society reviews in establishing its guidelines,â€ Susan Gapstur, the organizationâ€™s vice president of epidemiology research, said in a statement. â€œTypically, we like to see these kinds of findings replicated by other studies, and in other populations.â€

The Brigham researchers didnâ€™t find any downsides to taking a daily supplement that contains no more than the recommended daily allowance for most vitamins and minerals. Study co-author Dr. JoAnn Manson said the findings â€œunderscore the principle that more isnâ€™t necessarily better.â€

While itâ€™s not certain whether the results apply to women, Manson said â€œthereâ€™s no strong biological basis for assuming that these results would apply only to men.â€ The study didnâ€™t find that multivitamins were any more effective at protecting against prostate cancer, which occurs only in men, as compared with non-gender specific cancers such as leukemia, lung, and colon cancer.

In the study, 1,290 men out of 7,317 who took multivitamins were diagnosed with cancer compared with 1,379 cancer diagnoses in the 7,324 men who took placebos.

Some nutrition experts, however, said the new findings shouldnâ€™t sway people to take a multivitamin. â€œI donâ€™t take a multivitamin, and Iâ€™m not planning to start taking one,â€ said Marion Nestle, a nutrition professor at New York University. â€œIâ€™m not at all impressed with this evidence that they matter for most people. In fact, if you eat a lot of processed foods, which are often fortified, youâ€™re getting the same vitamins and minerals found in these supplements.â€

Deborah Kotz can be reached at dkotz@globe.com. Follow her on Twitter @debkotz2.

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Vitamin C May Prevent Bone Loss - Personal Liberty Digest

NEW YORK (UPI) â€" Vitamin C may protect against osteoporosis â€" a disease in which the bones of the elderly become brittle and can fracture, U.S. researchers say.

Dr. Mone Zaidi, director of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine Bone Program, and colleagues removed the ovaries of mice, a procedure â€" ovariectomies â€" known to reduce bone density, and compared them with control mice that had â€œshamâ€ operations, which left the ovaries intact.

The mice with ovariectomies were divided into two groups, one of which was given large doses of vitamin C over eight weeks. The scientists measured the bone mineral density in the lumbar spine, femur and tibia bones.

The study found the mice that received an ovariectomy and no vitamin C had a much lower bone mineral density versus controls, whereas mice that received a ovariectomy and large doses of vitamin C, had roughly the same bone mineral density as the controls. The outcome suggests vitamin C prevented bone mineral density loss, the researchers said.

â€œThis study has profound public health implications, and is well worth exploring for its therapeutic potential in people,â€ Zaidi, the lead researcher, said in a statement. â€œThe medical world has known for some time that low amounts of vitamin C can cause scurvy and brittle bones, and that higher vitamin C intake is associated with higher bone mass in humans. Large doses of vitamin C, when ingested orally by mice, actively stimulated bone formation to protect the skeleton.â€

The study was published in the journal Plos One.

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