Necessary Vitamins To Supplement Your Diet
September 2nd, 2008 Subscribe To Our Feed
For centuries, many people have hoped that they would find a fountain of youth, and although no one has found one yet, anti-aging supplements may be a good place to start. The benefits of a balanced nutritious diet will make a significant difference in the way people look and feel as they age, but more importantly it will add to both the quantity and quality of life. Unfortunately the reality is, most people do not get the nutrients they require in their daily diets. Too many people depend on quick food options which are filled with empty calories and excess fats. Anti-aging vitamins are a great resource to supplement the diet.
The number of daily recommended vitamins and minerals is a very lengthy list which you can see if you look at the ingredient list on a bottle of multivitamins. The basic multivitamin is beneficial to individuals of all ages. There are hundreds of different brand names to choose from but to keep it simple, men and post menopausal women should take one that contains 2,500 units of vitamin A. Multivitamins contain water soluble elements which means that your body does not hold on to them until they are needed, instead the excess is passed out in the urine. To avoid this problem it is recommended that you cut your tablet in half and take half in the morning and half in the evening.
Vitamin D is on of the easiest vitamins to obtain, however it is estimated that half of all Americans are deficient. To get the appropriate levels of vitamin D you simply need to get 10 to 15 minutes of direct sunlight per day. The other option is to take a supplement containing 1,000 units. The importance of vitamin D is immeasurable. It has been linked to the prevention of cancer, heart problems, multiple sclerosis, juvenile diabetes and reduction of infection. Vitamin D is also a mood enhancer.
Calcium continues to be an essential supplement, especially with the rise of osteoporosis which largely seen in women. As we age we begin to lose bone mass, calcium is an important factor in counteracting this process. It should be noted however that your calcium supplement should be fortified with magnesium (to prevent constipation) and vitamin D which is necessary for absorption. Under normal circumstances 1,200 units separated between morning and evening is sufficient. If the size of the calcium tablets are daunting there are liquid forms available and many have the necessary magnesium and vitamin D included.
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids meaning they are needed for our body’s health. These vitamins can not be manufactured by the body therefore they must be ingested or taken in supplement form. 600 milligrams is the recommended dose in order to achieve the many benefits. These essential fatty acids are highly concentrated in the brain and are important for memory and performance. Research indicates that omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation and help prevent risk factors associated with chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis.
Many doctors are recommending, if you are over the age of 40 that you add two baby aspirins to your daily regime. The most common benefit associated with baby aspirins is in the prevention of heart attacks, heart disease and strokes because of it’s blood thinning properties. The aspirin is also very effective in reducing cancer, is a very powerful anti-inflammatory drug and is believed to reduce wrinkles.
Many individuals have heard very little about Vitamin K, however it is slowly making its’ way into the headlines. In simplified terms, Vitamin K helps keep calcium in the bones and out of the blood where problems can begin to occur. A build up of calcium in the blood can cause heart disease, hardening of the arteries, and stroke just to name a few. The other benefit is that keeping the calcium in the bones helps to prevent osteoporosis.
Supplementing your diet is always a positive step towards better health. The important point is to find what works for you and stick with it. If you are unsure of what to take or how much talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
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