Meaning, other than just the standard daily vitamins, like A-B-C-D, etc, what would you consider the most important supplements to take daily? (i.e. fish oil, acidophilus, etc, etc...)
Other than standard daily vitamins, what would you consider the most important supplements to take?
It is true.
It's only Americans who believe in supplements.
A proper healthy diet means eating everything you need.
A vegetarian diet, based on fresh fruit, with plenty of green-leaved vegetables, some nuts and seeds, and pure water means that no supplements are necessary.
It's only eating foods which contain toxins that cause a need for additions to the diet.
If you avoid ALL processed foods, and all foods containing artificial colouring and preservatives, you are doing yourself a great favour.
I have NEVER ever taken a single supplement, and I haven't seen a doctor in 40 years.
Avoid vaccinations, and avoid non-natural medicines.
If your body needs something, it will tell you. Find a natural product, and add it to your diet occasionally.
If it comes in a packet or tin, or if its frozen, or manufactured in a factory, don't eat it.
Reply:fishyyyy oil.
and some evening primrose.
Reply:B6 COMPLEX WITH INSoto (good for men deppression)with vitamin c added. but i think you got all the groups, exept did you know that taking too many is not good for you ,also that certain herbs when mixed to-gether make like a radiation effect Chemo therapy treatments are herbs mixed together by infusion to create the effect that it kills every cell,also other trearments in some studys piont to chronic fatigue sydrome,the best thing is to eat a balanced diet an exercse regulary and only take dietry supplents in moderation. drinking smoking reduces the need.
Reply:I have an autoimmune disease and am very prone to yeast infections. I started taking acidophilus every day and the infections have stopped. This is what I take:
http://www.valleyvet.com/ct_detail.html?...
I also take DGL every day but I honestly don't think it's helping me.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/drugi...
Reply:I would say a healthy body leads to a healthy mind..Whatever you consumes goes into your stomach and affects the entire body .. Apart from the daily intake of proteins , carbohydrates , fats and vitamins , it is essential to have a positive outlook and excercise daily by walking - which is the best , being in tune with nature will lower your anger levels which are bad for the digestion of food...
Such intrinsic as well as extrinsic factors together combine to form a HEALTHY INDIVIDUAL - Physically and mentally .
Reply:That's a real thought-provoking question. For women I would say calcium (in a synergystic combination with magensium and Vitamin D) to prevent osteoporosis. Overall I'd say most people don't take enough Vitamin C to stay healthy - only enough to prevent deficiency diseases. 1000 mg/day is generally enough to prevent colds and flu, and some researchers claim that 6000 mg/day is a true anti-aging dosage.
Do I get to include one more? I'd agree with those who nominated fish oil (omega 3 fatty acids) - good for everything from rheumatoid arthritis to heart health to brain food.
One final note: the B-vitamin group is a complex. Taking only one (e.g. B6 or B12) potentially creates a deficiency of the others. Those who self-medicate, think about your choices!
Reply:I like to take flax seeds, acidophilus, chromium, lecithin, and antioxidants, and drink green tea.
Depends on what you need as an individual. Green tea seems to be good for all in either decaf or regular.
I like GNC vitamins never Centrum! as for the omegas in cod, eww thats why I do the flax seeds, LOL!
Reply:Iron, which most multivitamin pills do not contain enough of. Getting enough iron is important for maintaining energy and metabolism. You may not get enough in your diet, even if you do regularly consume meat and dark green veggies.
Another important suppliment that is often overlooked is protein. Getting enough protein not only maintains energy and metabolism, it helps stimulate weight loss. Eating lean meat or tofu may not be enough to satisfy your body's protein needs. Protein is not effectively absorbed in pill form. The best protein supplements come in the form of energy bars and high protein shakes. (I drink the shakes- they're not delicious, but they are effective.)
Reply:most of what you do daily depends on weather you need to take supplements or not If you exercise daily then yes you should take supplements because more than likely your not getting what you need
Reply:I took Evening Primrose Oil.
reduce the pains of premenstrual stress syndrome.
Reply:just eat a healthy balanced diet. GNC and other comapanies are just trying to make money off of selling nutrients that you can get naturally by eating food. Protien powder would be the one exception. but all the weird supplements that make claims about improving your health, are just money makers.
Reply:Ginseng, because it can eradicate certain diseases in your body. And because it's herbal it will not do any harm to, it won't have overdose. A lot of people here in my country are using ginseng as supplement for there daily lives, especially those who are in there old age. And naturally it can cure delicate diseases.
Reply:fruits
Reply:Water
I know it's not the answer you were looking for but drinking enough water can help with everything from fatigue to skin complexion.
Reply:B12, Iron and Vitamin C (C helps w/ the absorbtion of iron). I have a deficiency in both B12 and Iron (severe anemia), and believe me, you don't want it!!! :)
Good Luck!
Reply:I think it varies. At the moment when I dont take a multivitamin or any other vitamin that isnt in food, it feels like I get low on the metals--copper, zinc, and one other I cant think of now . ..I went through a period where I had to take selenium every day but now I dont feel like I need to. As far as food vitamins go, I get low on calcium and protein but I look for foods that have these when I feel like they are low .. .I dont think there's any set formula that works; and a daily multivitamin I think is unhealthy because you dont always need all that extra vitamin
I havent ever felt a need to take a non-vitamin supplement regularly; though I do occasionally need cranberry juice because it feels like I get full of bacteria somehow and the cranberry juice clears it out. In that way, I use it as a supplement but only about every other month or so. Kelp with iodine is a good one but only took this as a supplement for a short while also; I think my body holds onto nutrients pretty well so I just go through phases where I'll take this or that supplement for a short time. I went through a mushroom phase for the riboflavin, celery and something else (I dont remember what) for inositol; then I'll get times where I have to omit certain foods for awhile and then I can have them again, for ex wheat, dairy, also went through a time without corn, rice . .. everything is just short periods for me; I dont know why long periods of the same supplement works for others
Reply:A person should know their vitamins. Many multivitamins do not have the correct source or the recommended dosage
Vitamin A: A (retinol) %26amp; beta-carotene (the precursor of A) function similarly in the body. A is essential for normal vision, healthy mucous membranes, healthy skin %26amp; resistance to infection. It is an antioxidant, preventing damage to fats in cell membranes. Foodsources:liver,fish oils,apricots,orange,green leafy vegetables,carrots,pumpkins,squash,brocc... %26amp; spinach.
A person should take US RDA: 5000 IU (recommended) up to 20,000 IU (if deficient)
Toxicity: above 20,000 IU (large doses can turn skin yellow %26amp; death)
B-1 Thiamine, US RDA is 1.5 mg. but can take up to 10mg if deficient .Toxicity:unknown. foods:pork,beef,whole wheat,enriched cereals,nuts,dried peas,%26amp; beans. B-1 turns carbohydrates into energy. It is necessary for growth %26amp; functions of nerve tissue,memory %26amp; emotional stability.
B-2 Riboflavin, US RDA is 1.7mg. take up to 15mg if deficient. Toxicity:unknown. B-2 is used in production of energy %26amp; synthesis of fats %26amp; amino acids. Without B-2 no cellular growth can take place. B-2 deficiency is associated with psychotic symptoms; increased requirement for female athletes;low levels in sickle cell patients with adequate intake. Foods:liver,milk,green leafy veggies,oysters,eggs,mushrooms,avocados,... %26amp; grains
B-3 Niacin,US RDA is 20mg up to 100mg. Niacin is involved in over 50 different metabolic reaction in the body. It is essential for energy %26amp; breakdown of fats,carbohydrates %26amp; proteins. It synthesis of cholesterol %26amp; steroids,formation of red blood cells %26amp; metabolism of several drugs. Prevents heart disease by lowering blood cholesterol levels. Toxicity: flushing, burning,itching,reddening,tingling sensation of the face,neck,arms,upper chest can occur in doses above 200mg. Toxic levels are unknown.
B-6 take 2mg up to 100mg,produces red cells %26amp; cells of the immune system.B-6 is required to synthesize neurotransmitters, the chemicals necessary for the nervous system %26amp; brain function. B-12, US RDA is 6mcg up to 100mcg found only in animal products:beef,chicken,liver,clams,oyster... yolks,milk. Should be taken by vegetarians if no animal products are consumed. B-12 detoxifies cyanide from tobacco smoke %26amp; smog
Folic Acid US RDA:400mcg up to 2000mcg large doses can mask a B-12 deficiency %26amp; if undetected can cause nerve damage.
Folic Acid is essential for DNA %26amp; RNA synthesis,new cell growth(bone marrow,gastrointestinal lining,pregnancy)(deficiency during pregnancy associated w/ neural tube defects and Downs Syndrome in the infant) %26amp; production of red blood cells. Vitamin C is essential for tooth and bone formation, collagen, immine response, resistance to infection %26amp; wound healing. Antioxidant prevents nitrates(from bacon,lunch meats,tobacco smoke %26amp; smog)from converting into cancer causing nitrosamines. Increases HDL which decreases risk of heart disease US RDA is 60mg up to 1000mg. On to Vitamin D, US RDA is 200 IU up to 400 IU Toxicity:2000 IU. Vitamin E 30 IU Next is Pantothenic Acid 10mg then Biotin 300mcg %26amp; finally to the Minerals Calcium 1000mg: Potassium 1875 to 5625mg Toxicity:18grams: Manganese 2.5 to 5mg: Iron 18mg to 30mg: Copper 2mg to 3mg Toxicity:25mg: Chromium 50mcg to 200mcg; Selenium is an antioxidant which protects cell membranes %26amp; protects against free radical damage, %26amp; enhances the activity of Vitamin E. 50mcg to 200mcg; Iodine 150mcg to 350mcg
Reply:Fish oil supposed to be good for the brain. Garlic supposed to help the immune system.
Reply:Co-Q 10 %26amp; a good probitic
Reply:Just eat a balanced meal. No need to take all that.
Reply:It seems synthetic and natural vitamins are the same. I dont think having fish oil is better than eating fish,, Again eating healthy is the best.
Reply:Vitamine S (sex) to take several times during the day... ; )
Reply:flax seed oil,
Reply:Some of the most useful vitamens to take every day are
FOLIC ACID
CALCIUM -especially for women
VITAMEN B Complex with C
IRON - not just for women!
Important supplements?
FLAX SEED OIL - it has been shown to help reduce breast cancer (among other things)
Reply:Omega 3's (fish oil and flax seed oil) - helps keep your cholesterol on the good side
Acidophilus - helps keep your intestines healthy
Garlic - helps keep your heart healthy
Calcium - healthy bones
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Reply:My co-worker said we should take omega-3 . I made the purchase, but they are huge. Uncomfortable to swallow. It has become my belief over the last year that alot of us may also need some kind of enzyme help too. The main symptom for me is gas daily. Interesting to note too that those who suffer with that also have unsightly belly bulk. For me, I believe it is because if one is lacking in enzyme. the food item will just sit in the large intestine and then ferment, creating the problem.
Reply:Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids. They are the healthy fats.
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Reply:I think calcium is an important one to take that is often overlooked.
All women especially are now being told to add a calcium supplement to their vitamin routine. Not only for the effect it has on bone loss, osteoporosis, but they are also finding that it works just as good as a hormone supplement during menopause. Also women who are or are trying to get pregnant should be taking it, because lets face it most people do not get their daily need of calcium, then add another life that needs it too.
Reply:PLUMS!!!
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