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The Major Antioxidants

shima — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 16:53:16 +0000

Here are the major antioxidants and the effect they have on our bodies:

Vitamin A

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble antioxidant vitamin important in vision and bone growth. It also strengthens the immune system, quickens wound healing and aides in the growth of healthy skin.

RDA: Males 900 – 3000 mcg (3000 – 10000 IU) per day; Females 700 – 3000 mcg (2300 -10000 IU) per day. Note that Vitamin A can build up to toxic levels in the body, so be sure not to exceed these dosages.

It was thought that Vitamin A in the form of beta carotene might be a cancer fighter, but clinical studies proved otherwise. Experts now recommend that the general population avoid beta-carotene entirely.

Side Effects of Vitamin D

shima — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 16:14:32 +0000

Vitamin D is important for maintaining strong bones and for the proper functioning of other systems of the body. Improper levels can lead to a number of side effects of vitamin D, which can range from rickets and osteoporosis to muscle pain and kidney failure.

Vitamins are a group of nutrients that are required by the body in small amounts. Human beings require 13 types of vitamins that are broadly classified into water-soluble and fat-soluble forms. Vitamin D is a group of fat soluble vitamins. The two major forms that are important for human beings are vitamin D₂ also known as ergocalciferol and vitamin D₃ which is also referred to as cholecalciferol. Together they are called the calciferols. Foods like fish, egg, cod liver oil, cheese butter milk and fortified milk are rich sources of vitamin D. Although required in small amounts, it is important to maintain proper levels of vitamin D in the body, as a deficiency or overdose may lead to side effects of vitamin D.

Leading Weight Loss Supplements Linked to Liver Damage

admin — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 16:17:28 +0000

By Lorraine Heller, 04-May-2009
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has initiated a massive recall of a top-selling American weight loss supplement brand, after a series of adverse event reports indicated that the products could be linked to serious liver damage.

The Hydroxycut products, which sold over nine million units in 2008 alone, were voluntarily recalled on Friday by their manufacturer Iovate Health Sciences.

FDA issued an advisory on Friday morning, warning consumers to immediately stop using the products, which are sold nationwide under the Iovate and MuscleTech brand names. The 14 products included in the recall are marketed for weight-loss, as fat burners, as energy-enhancers, as low carb diet aids, and for water loss.