Apr
25
Asthma is quickly becoming a global epidemic. The number of people with asthma, along with the death rate from this condition, has been increasing since the late 1980s. Modern phenomena such as environmental pollution, smoke, and a wide variety of chemicals have been linked to increased risk of asthma.
It is because of the rise in this condition that new http://www.mitamins.com/disease/Asthma.html”>asthma treatments are being constantly sought. Other experts maintain that the best way to control and treat asthma is through natural means such as diet and lifestyle changes. To medicate or not to medicate? The truth may lie somewhere in between, i.e. through taking a naturally available asthma treatment.
3-step Asthma Treatment
Asthma is a lung disorder in which spasms and inflammation of the bronchial passages restrict the flow of air in and out of the lungs, causing an asthma attack. These asthma attacks are usually brought on through an allergic response and so asthma treatment usually concentrates on three areas:
1. Minimize: the risk of an asthma attack
2. Treat: the inflammation and/or spasms that cause an asthma attack
3. Increase: the lungs’ ability to cope with an asthma attack
To minimize the risk of attack, and the need for asthma treatment, a few precautions can be taken. Make sure the home is dust-free and, if possible, pet-free too. Keep the windows and doors closed during pollen season to stop possible allergens getting into the house. To help in the treatment of
asthmahttp://www.mitamins.com/disease/Asthma.html”>asthma>, and to increase the lungs’ ability to cope with an attack, we must introduce the “secret mineral” in asthma treatment.
Natural Asthma Treatment
Asthma has been linked to both allergens and diet. It is research into the latter that has led to the discovery of a natural vitamin supplement for asthma treatment: magnesium.
Magnesium is a mineral used by the body to help maintain muscles, nerves, and bones. It is also used in energy metabolism and protein synthesis. According to the USDA Research Service, it is not absolute levels of magnesium in the body that are important, but the ratio of calcium to magnesium. The calcium to magnesium ratio in the body should be 2:1, which means a magnesium intake of 600mg per day. However, current studies suggest that the U.S. diet only provides on average 300mg of magnesium daily, well below the amounts needed. Further research found the connection that low levels of magnesium in the blood were the cause of many allergy asthma attacks. This led onto the use of magnesium supplements as an asthma treatment.
The first reports of asthma treatment with magnesium is mentioned way back in 1938 and since then studies with animals that have shown magnesium as an effective asthma treatment. A Britton; Hill study indicated that asthma treatment with magnesium showed improved lung function in patients and a reduction in wheezing, one of the main http://www.mitamins.com/disease/Asthma.html”>asthma symptoms. It appears that magnesium can be used to achieve both steps 2 and 3 of the 3-point asthma treatment plan.
Apr
25
HGH Enhancers
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Congratulations, if you have made it this far you now know more about HGH then most people who sell it! On this page we will introduce you to an HGH supplement that really is effective. I want to be clear that we do not make any supplements we recommend. We could sell every supplement under the sun, but we only want to offer what we feel is most effective. Okay, on with the article…
How can we enhance our body’s HGH production?
The key is to find supplements that act as a secretagogue (defined on our HGH related definitions page). Secretagogues cause the pituitary gland to secrete more HGH. Over the last 10 years a tremendous amount of research has been done on which nutritional products increase HGH production.
One of the leaders in this area has been Dr. Giampapa. Dr. Giampapa is the founder of the Longevity Institute International (LII) and is profiled in the landmark book -”Grow Young with HGH” by Dr. Ronald Klatz. For years Dr. Giampapa did HGH injections at the LII. While his patients saw great results, it was expensive and side effects could be an issue. Dr. Giampapa knew that a blend of supplements that could stimulate the body to produce more HGH was the best solution. Researchers finally came up with the right blend and called it Secretagogue-1™.
What is Secretagogue-1™ and how does it work?
Secretagogue-1™ is a proprietary blend of amino acids and precursor nutrients which enhance the body’s natural production of HGH and IGF-1. Studies have shown that amino acids such as arginine, glutamine and lysine can significantly increase the production of human growth hormone. In addition, supplements such as GABA and Broad bean can have a very positive effect on HGH production. The problem has been that you had to take a cocktail of pills to get all the supplements you needed. In addition, some on the amino acid can not be taken in pill form because of their delicate structure.
Secretagogue-1™ works by combining all the nutrients you need into one effervescent powder. You don’t need to worry about taking the right mix of supplements, you just take one packet of Secretagogue-1™.
Are there other products that use the same method as Secretagogue-1?
Yes – to varying degrees. The problem is getting amino acids and peptides past the stomach and into the bloodstream is not an easy process. The acid in our stomach can destroy the amino acids before they ever reach the pituitary glands. MHP came up with a pharmaceutical grade glucose polymer that allowed their formula to be given orally, and kept the amino acids and peptides intact so they can reach the pituitary glands.
So, there are other products which have taken the same approach – find a way to stimulate the body to produce more HGH, but not with the same success. Without the glucose polymer it is very hard to stop the stomach acids from destroying the formula. Secretagogue-1™ has been so successful that the Longevity Institute is using it in place of HGH injections for many of its patients.
Sytropin is one of the other HGH products with similar ingredients, but these ingredients are delivered in a sublingual spray instead of the effervescent powder used in Secretagogue-1.
Should everybody take Secretagogue-1?
No. If you are young and full of energy, you probably don’t need Secretagogue-1. As you have learned from reading our articles, HGH levels decrease with age. Therefore, the older you are the more profound an effect Secretagogue-1 will have on you. We recommend it for people over the age of 30 and definitely if you are over 40.
Of course, you should always check with your Doctor before taking any dietary supplements.
How often do you take Secretagogue-1?
You take one packet with 4 ounces of water every night before you go to sleep. Each box has 30 packets – so a 1 month supply. The powder is effervescent with an orange flavor.
The Article is Originally Published Here: HGH Enhancers
Learn More:
Advice HGH – Detailed research on human growth hormone (HGH) and IGF-1 supplements.
Official Sytropin site: Sytropin HGH
Apr
25
On an average, 50-100 strands of hair are lost every day, which is a part of the natural hair growth process. But hair fall becomes a matter of concern when you tend to lose more hair than this. Hair loss amongst men and women has become a common scenario in the fast-paced life of the contemporary world.
Loss of hair amongst men is referred to as male pattern baldness, and it is caused due to the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Male pattern hair loss usually appears on the anterior and mid-scalp region.
Hair loss amongst women is referred to as female pattern baldness, and primarily occurs due to hormonal changes owing to pregnancy, menopause amid others. Use of caustic dyes, shampoos and certain hairstyles like braiding can be a source of hair loss as well. Hair loss amongst women does not lead to complete baldness as amongst men, and isn’t identifiable for a long time.
Provillus is an effective hair loss treatment which works for both men and women. The fact that it is an all natural hair loss treatment, it does not necessitate a prescription for usage. Some of these natural ingredients can be accounted as magnesium, zinc, biotin, saw palmetto.
It works by creating conducive environment for hair re-growth. It is also devoid of any harmful side effects. Use of Provillus hair care medication can also be aligned with other loss treatment such as Rogaine. Although, it is not a FDA approved medication owing to the fact it is a herbal supplement but its long trail of success stories do form ground for its effectiveness.
This hair loss medication is available in the form of capsules, which should be taken in consultation with a medical advice. This hair care medication, which will not be useful for individuals whose hair loss is a consequence of scalp trauma, chemotherapy, androgenetic areata, or other causes.
Use of online pharmacies can provide you with the convenience of placing an order at a click of a button. Online purchase of this hair care treatment can save you a lot of time as well as prove to be cost-effective
Apr
25
Anti-Oxidant Enzymes: Your First Line Of Defence Against Free Radicals
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Anti-oxidant enzymes are the body’s first line of defence in the battle against the premature ageing effects of free radicals.
Free radicals are a normal and natural by-product of the energy producing biochemical reactions in the mitochondria of each and every cell in the body. Like other waste products, however, free radicals can cause problems if they’re produced in excessive quantities which cannot be safely disposed of. In the case of excessive free radicals, the problems caused are damage to the very cells and molecules of the body; damage which spreads rapidly through chain reactions as the damaged cells and molecules themselves become free radicals. Left unchecked, these chain reactions can accelerate the process of ageing within the body and even contribute to the development of the characteristic diseases of degeneration – heart and circulatory problems, age-related cognitive and visual impairment, and even cancer.
The so-called superoxide free radicals are a particularly pernicious example and are released upon the metabolism of oxygen within cells, literally with breath we take Superoxide free radicals react with other by-products of energy production to form hydroxyl, the most damaging free radical of all, and to attack the mitochondria of the cells themselves.
Since it is the mitochondria which ultimately produce the energy for all the body’s vital reactions, mitochondrial damage due to free radicals can only mean the production of less and less energy and the gradual deterioration and degeneration of the entire organism. It has even been argued that the rate of mitochondrial damage is the key to the rate of ageing itself.
The antioxidant enzymes, superoxide dismutase, catalase and glutathione, are the body’s first line of defence against superoxide free radicals and work in a closely complementary fashion. It is dismutase that first breaks down the superoxide free radicals into oxygen and hydrogen peroxide, but catalase is then required to break down that hydrogen peroxide into plain oxygen and water. Further free radical attack would otherwise turn the hydrogen peroxide into the dreaded hydroxyl which once formed cannot be neutralised by any enzyme.
So far, so good, but the problem is that catalase is water and not fat soluble and is therefore ineffective at protecting those vital parts of the cell, such as the membranes, which are actually formed of fat. For this the body also needs glutathione to soak up and neutralise any rogue hydrogen peroxide molecules in these areas. Glutathione also acts directly against any free radicals attacking the fatty membranes themselves.
Each of these enzymes is formed by the body from the amino acids in the proteins in your diet and each is needed for the others to function correctly. This holistic functioning of the body is also reflected in the dietary requirements for the successful production of the enzymes. As well as a good supply of first-class protein, ie that containing each of the eight essential amino acids, a wide variety of vitamins and minerals are required to allow optimal levels of enzyme manufacture.
In particular, vitamin C and those of the B complex, together with trace minerals such as manganese, zinc, copper, sulphur and selenium appear particularly important. But it can never be stressed too strongly that the body functions holistically and a deficiency or malfunction of any one of its myriad of incredibly complex and interdependent systems is almost invariably part of a more general malaise.
Damage to cells once done appears to be irreversible. That’s why although there may be ways to slow down the ageing process, nobody’s yet figured out how to reverse it. By the time you see the visible evidence of nutritional deficiencies it’s probably already too late.
So in seeking to ensure an adequate supply of anti-oxidant enzymes, the only sensible policy to pursue is to ensure that the diet is rich in all essential nutrients.
Unfortunately that’s easier said than done in our “advanced” Western civilisation of these days. Intensive over exploitation of farm soils, the modern prevalence of highly refined grains, and the treatment of fruits and vegetables with preservatives, dyes, pesticides and even radiation is a proven disaster for vitamin and mineral retention in food.
This does not for a moment mean that it’s not worth trying to eat a diet rich in anti-oxidants – that’s to say a diet which includes lavish servings of fresh fruit and vegetables. But it does mean that a regime of sensible anti-oxidant supplements may be a wise precaution, and its one increasingly adopted by many well informed individuals, including physicians, as a sensible and cost effective form of health insurance.
Apr
25
Losing weight: Matter of Brain
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Most of us loose
weight with a dietary or weight loss program. And gain it back. But
there are those exceptional ones who not only lose but maintain it for long. What
is it that these people have that others don’t? They also belong to the dietary
community yet so distinguished.
The answer to this puzzle lies in
our head. Yes, the control of all our systems, behavior and thinking, is
responsible for deciding whether we can be among those exceptional few.
Our brain can be roughly
separated into four quadrants- two each on the right and left sides. These process
information and relate them to others in a particular way, different from other
people. Unless influenced by other factors, our brain automatically resorts to these
preset preferences from our dominant quadrant.
The quadrants named A, B, C and D,
define a set of inherent qualities that decide the personality and behavior of
the person.
Quadrant A people are more
analytical and are more inclined to numbers and statistics.
Quadrant B people are big ones
for system; are methodical and more attuned to sticking to a set structure and
routine.
Quadrant C people are emotional
and are somewhat detached from the worldly aspects. They find it easier to
connect to people on a spiritual basis.
Quadrant D people are the most
flighty among the lot. With minimal concern for routine, these people seek
pleasure in exploring new avenues.
As sticking to a set regimen is
mandatory for weight loss, it
becomes easier to guess who all shall be the right candidates for being heroes
in the battle against flab. Someone with an active and dominant quarter B has
all qualities like punctuality, respect for routine (even if boring) that can make
him a successful dieter.
Apr
25
It is true that most of the men experience erectile dysfunction at a particular age. Age is an important factor that leads to erectile dysfunction or impotence in men. When a person is young there are fewer chances of a person being impotent but, as age proceeds the complications of getting impotent also increases. More and more emotional and physical stresses are some of the points which need attention.
Erectile Dysfunction is a medical condition which affects most of the men to an unreliable extent at some point in their lives. Severity of Erectile Dysfunction in men depends from person to person. Some men do not get any erection, some get less erection, but there are some others who are not able to maintain it. Erectile Dysfunction slows down a man and his partner’s sexual life.
Today, the world has changed and various techniques are used to treat and diagnose erectile dysfunction but still it is a taboo among most of the people. People still feel shy in discussing problems related to their sexual health.
Suffering in silence from a problem which can be cured can spoil relations among the partners and, may result in various misunderstandings and hurt feelings. The causes of erectile dysfunction are different so, treatment for this problem should be individualized. Sometimes, lifestyle change can cure this problem.
If Lifestyle change does not prove to be effective, you can try various erectile dysfunction drugs available in the market. Most of the erectile dysfunction drugs are available through prescription. When you realize that you are suffering from Impotence than consult a doctor. Viagra has proved to be the best and most successful drug in this regard.
Apr
25
All About The Sinus
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There are many people that suffer from sinus problems. A sinus is a cavity in the skull which is used to make the skull lighter, give room for the skull to grow, and to cool down the inhaled air. There are four types of sinuses in humans which include the maxillary, ethmoid, sphenoid, and frontal sinuses. The maxillary sinus cavity is located below the eye and to the side of the nose below the cheeks. The ethmoid sinus and the sphenoid sinus are some of the most functional sinuses and are located between the eyes and under the nose. The frontal sinus cavity is located in the middle of the forehead.
The sinuses can cause many problems. The most common problem is a sinus infection. A sinus infection is caused by a blockage of bacteria and mucus in the sinus cavities. The blockage begins usually when a person has a cold or allergy. The sinus cavity lining becomes swollen when a cold or allergy exists. When bacteria get into the sinus cavities, they attack the swollen lining which then causes greater inflammation. The cilia are tiny hairs in the sinuses which are used to flush out bacteria and mucus. When the inflammation from the bacteria occurs, the cilia can no longer flush it out therefore the bacteria and mucus become trapped and the infection begins.
There are many symptoms which may occur with a sinus infection. Generally, a person may experience cough, congestion, facial pain and pressure, green nasal discharge, and postnasal drip. When the sinus infection lasts for twelve or more weeks it is considered chronic and can have additional symptoms such as loss of sense of taste and smell and the person may also become fatigued.
There are many forms of treatment for a sinus infection. Nasal sprays are one common treatment. Nasal sprays work by distributing saline solution up into the sinus cavities. Nasal sprays are meant to moisten the cilia so that the trapped bacteria and mucus can be washed out. The problem with nasal sprays however is that they have large particle sizes that cannot make it past the inflammation at the opening of the sinus cavities and up to the sinusitis infection. Oral antibiotics are also a frequently used treatment. Oral antibiotics work on infections by flowing through the blood stream to the infected area. Oral antibiotics are usually ineffective when it comes to sinus infections due to the fact that there are only a small amount of blood vessels in the sinus cavities which makes it difficult for an efficient amount of antibiotic, along with anti-fungals and anti-inflammatories, to make it to the sinus infection. Another treatment that may be used is irrigation. Irrigation, like nasal sprays, is meant to moisten the cilia so that it can function properly. Also like nasal sprays, it is difficult for it to make it through the inflammation and to the sinuses. Irrigation is also usually a very messy treatment.
Our sinuses have important functions and it is important to keep them clear from infection. A sinus infection can become an inconvenience in many ways and also may cause future problems for the sinus cavities. It is best to take care of a sinus infection at the beginning and to prevent it from becoming chronic.
Apr
25
Erectile dysfunction, tied closely as it is to cultural notions of potency, success
and masculinity, can have devastating psychological consequences including
feelings of shame, loss or inadequacy; often unnecessary since in most cases
the matter can be helped. There is a strong culture of silence and inability to
discuss the matter. In fact around 1 in 10 men will experience recurring
impotence problems at some point in their lives.
First, it should be noted that there are two kinds of erectile
dysfunction. You may be merely suffering from psychological effects that
are causing your lack of erections. It can be very hard to determine if the
condition is brought on by physical means or psychological means, but there are
certain ways to differentiate between the two. If you never experience an
erection, then the cause is most likely physiological. If you experience an
erection rarely, it may be psychological. For instance, having normal erections
in the morning may be a signal that you have psychological ED. Getting tested
for mental illnesses should be the first step if you sometimes experience an
erection, but not always.
When concerning physiological erectile dysfunction, the symptoms are rather
e
asy to see. You will be unable to achieve an erection at any given time. If
you do get erections, but lose them easily, this can also mean you have ED- and
that something more serious is going on. Diseases such as cardiovascular
disease will often cause a shorter erection. Losing your erection is a clear
sign of one a few diseases that may cause it- and you should be checked out
immediately.
If you are like most men who suffer from ED, you just can’t get an erection
at any given time. This is classic erectile dysfunction, and is considered to
be physiological. You will of course have to talk to a doctor to get more options
on erectile dysfunction cures and other techniques that may aid you in getting
your life back. And there are Sexual pills like Kamagra, Generic Viagra,
lovegra etc all available at any reliable online
pharmacy store to cure your dysfunction.
In conclusion, there are three main types of ED symptoms- two of which are
rather serious. Psychological or “Dying erections” can signal
something more serious. In general, any kind of erectile dysfunction should be
reported to a doctor to remain on the safe side.
Apr
25
Losing Weight – Mind and Body
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Let’s face it losing weight is no easy task.
First, you must learn that your body and mind are one. Skills and behaviours are required for you to succeed in your weight loss goals. Improving your thinking from negative to positive is an ability that can be developed through repetition. Responding to difficulties and challenges in a positive way is something you learn. A positive attitude is the key to weight-loss success.
Mind can triumph over fat.
The first step in losing weight is the acknowledgement that “you can do it.” This attitude is a must in your successful weight loss. Your mental attitude can change your life.
Your mind comprehends habits through repetition. The more you think or do something over and over again, the more they shape your personality and style, good or bad. Therefore, if you are serious about losing weight and changing your body, you have to start with changing your mind.
Visualize yourself with the body you want.
When you have fixed an image of yourself in your mind, let it be your incentive for changing your lifestyle; exercising and good eating habits.
Define how you want to improve your body. Don’t just say “I want to look better.” Put it into words and solid goals like “I’m size 16 and I want to be a size 10.” This is concrete, and your mind can comprehend.
Be aware of your daily physical activities and your eating patterns.
Most people eat what they want whenever they want and never take in consideration what foods work for or against their bodies. Most of us really believe we eat far less than we actually do.
The same goes for exercise. Most of us probably believe we get plenty of exercise in a day, walking a block from the bus stop to the office, going up a flight of stairs, or doing a bit of house cleaning; but these aren’t enough to burn the extra pounds.
One of the best ways to keep track of your daily food intake and your daily exercises is by keeping a journal. Many times our behaviours come so automatically that we don’t even realize the extra foods and calories we eat. We grab a bag of chips in the evening while watching TV or a couple of cookies working at the computer and then we wonder why we don’t lose any weight.
By writing a journal, you will be able to determine what you’re doing right from wrong and it will be much easier for you to take control of your bad eating habits and your lack of daily exercise. Be as honest as you can and the information will be the most helpful tool for your success in losing weight.
Keep your weight loss goals small and achievable.
Start slowly and choose a realistic plan that you can live with. There are many sensible eating plans that work and that are easy to follow. Only you can train yourself to begin new eating habits and stick with them. Use a common sense approach by selecting a plan that is low in fats and sugar. Slowly change your eating habits by replacing fat foods with natural and healthy foods. Don’t forget, your mind can be trained and your habits can be changed.
Use the same approach for an exercise program. Start by setting small goals and meet them, then set more difficult goals. Always acknowledge your progress even if it’s small. Although you might set a goal to lose an inch off your waist but you lose only a half an inch, don’t say you failed. Be positive and do not condition yourself to accept failure or never even consider failure.
Unless you are able to pattern your subconscious into accepting a healthy lifestyle, you will never change your old lifestyle. How can you do that? By exercising your mind just as you would your body!
Apr
25
Beating The Free Radicals: Why Your Diet Alone May Not Be Enough
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Fail to ensure that your diet is adequate in anti-oxidants and you’re asking for your body to be attacked by free radicals. And the potential severity of this attack should not be underestimated, because free radicals are strongly implicated in the ageing and degeneration of our cells and therefore of our bodies as a whole.
If you’re at all interested in diet and nutrition you’ve probably heard of free radicals and gathered that they’re regarded as highly damaging. You may also be aware of research suggesting that so-called “anti-oxidant” foods (sometimes referred to as “superfoods”) and supplements may play a useful role in counteracting the effects of these free radicals.
But what exactly are free radicals and anti-oxidants, and how do they do what they do within the body?
To provide a detailed explanation would probably require a PhD in molecular biochemistry, but the basics appear to be as follows.
Every cell in the body is comprised of molecules, which are in turn comprised of atoms. Each atom is made up of a nucleus surrounded by layers of electrons and it is the electrons in the outermost layer which form stable molecules by bonding with the electrons of other atoms. Free radicals are formed, however, when normal metabolic reactions within cells sometimes leave some of these electrons unbonded and their molecules thereby destabilised.
This is a perfectly normal and natural process, and free radicals may even serve a useful purpose in helping the body’s immune system to counteract threats such as viruses and bacteria. Normally the body can in any case handle free radicals, but problems can arise if they’re produced in excessive quantities or if insufficient anti-oxidants are present. If left unchecked, free radicals multiply themselves through chain reactions which can rapidly lead to cellular damage and ultimately even disease.
The importance of anti-oxidants is that they seem to counteract the effects of free radicals by using their own electrons to bond with and stabilise them.
The problem for us in the twenty-first century is that our environment seems as though it might have been expressly designed to encourage our bodies to produce free radicals.
Modern pollutants such as industrial emissions, car exhausts, pesticides, herbicides, dyes and all kinds of everyday household chemicals expose us to ever greater quantities of toxins. An unwelcome by product of its increasingly desperate struggle to detoxify the body is that the liver produces enormous numbers of free radicals.
And all of this is happening just when our diets have never been more deficient in the anti-oxidant nutrients which are most vital for the manufacture of the free radical destroying anti-oxidant enzymes. Most important of all these nutrients are vitamin C, mostly found in fresh fruits and vegetables; and Vitamin E, principally found in whole grains, nuts and certain natural oils. But the modern prevalence of highly refined grains, and the treatment of fruits and vegetables with preservatives, dyes, pesticides and even radiation is a proven disaster for the retention of these vitamins in their natural food sources.
Despite this, many physicians nevertheless continue to insist that a balanced and varied diet including all the main food groups should generally provide adequate nourishment, including anti-oxidants. And in a sense of course they’re right. In an ideal world if everybody ate three well balanced meals a day, including an abundance of fresh fruit and vegetables, there might indeed be no need for supplementation. But of course, very few of us do eat like that these days.
It’s been reported for example that some 25% of all Americans obtain only around 40mg of Vitamin C from their daily food intake – and that’s only 2/3rds of a recommended amount which many authorities regard as in any case far too low. Likewise, the principal food sources of vitamin E make it very difficult indeed to obtain an adequate supply from food alone.
Although the body functions holistically, and needs an adequate supply of a full range of vitamins and minerals if it’s to produce a good supply of anti-oxidants, any deficiency in vitamins C or E is particularly serious. Numerous studies have credited both these vitamins with excellent protective effects against the characteristic degenerative diseases associated with excessive free radical activity – including diseases of the heart and circulatory system, age-related cognitive and visual impairment, and even cancer.
Not surprisingly, then, many well informed individuals, including many physicians, take the view that supplementation of their diets with these vital nutrients is a highly sensible precaution.