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Multivitamin Report Card: A-minus?
Created on 5/13/2008
Vitamin A is important for the proper functioning of many different organ systems in our bodies, but as is often the case, too much of a good thing can be problematic. High intakes of vitamin A may contribute to weakened bones (osteoporosis), and extremely high intakes (> 25,000 IU per day) can cause vitamin A poisoning. How do many people get too much vitamin A? From their multivitamins. Beta carotene from fruits and vegetables is also important to our health, but when taken in high-dose supplemental form by people who smoke there is an increased risk of lung and colon cancer. The best way to get your vitamins and minerals remains eating a healthy, well-balnced diet that is high in fruits and vegetables.
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D Story on Vitamin D
Created on 5/6/2008
The importance of vitamin D to our health and wellbeing has been touted in news stories, magazine articles and popular books. Yet some of the information can be confusing, especially when considering that sunlight creates vitamin D for our bodies, yet we are advised to minimize sun exposure to help prevent skin cancer. So what should we do?
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What to do when the weight isn't coming off
Created on 5/2/2008
E says she is totally confused by all the information found in the many weight loss books and guides available. She is having trouble accomplishing her weight loss goal, and continues to feel not as well as she would like, frequently experiencing body aches.
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Are probiotics safe in all instances?
Created on 5/1/2008
Studies have shown that the use of probiotics, commonly defined as live microbes which when ingested provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition, can help prevent or treat disorders.
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Could whole grains help us lose weight, too?
Created on 4/29/2008
Whole grains offer the potential for many health benefits. Now we can add to the list healthy weight loss that benefits our hearts in unique ways.
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