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Antioxidants to help cope with vitiligo
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One study in 2005 by scientists shows that formula fed babies
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The Shocking Truth About Eight Deadly Diseases That May Be Affecting Your Health and Lifestyle
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A Delicate Dance
Antioxidants, vitamins, minerals... known to reduce the risk
of... cancer, heart disease, diabetes... eat more: greens,
grains, fruits, vegetables...
We hear the admonishments and advice in the news, on talk shows,
and read it in magazines.
Do we have this much control over our health?
We do. While nothing is fool-proof, the idea should be to stock
up on anything that can provide us with maximum health benefits,
leaning the balance in our favor. It is truly our choice how we
live.
We also hear a lot about vitamins and supplementation. It is
implied that a state of perfect health cannot be reached without
them. The idea is to shore up your eating habits with all of
those nutrients you are missing at mealtime. Why are nutrients
missing at mealtime? The culprit is our food choices. If you
were to make a meal out of a loaf of white bread, wouldn't it
make sense that you may be missing a few things in the nutrient
department? While the example is a little extreme, the thinking
is the same. What do your meals actually look like?
Logically, balanced eating habits that are rich in whole foods
would be a better prescription than supplementing poor choices.
There will be days in which you don't provide every single
vitamin and mineral your body needs, but take a long-term
perspective. Look at how you are eating over the course of a
week. Plan meals that include ingredients from whole, unrefined
sources. It can be dizzying to go into a grocery store and
choose from the vast array of fruits, vegetables, and whole
grain products that can now be found on shelves. Variety is the
key to filling in any
possible deficiencies, so mix it up and
try some new recipes and ingredients each week.
Supplements aren't "bad" - they can assist in your overall plan
for radiant health. But to rely on them exclusively is taking
the seemingly easy way out, when it's just replacing good
nutrition with a man-made ingredient! Vitamins found in whole
foods are much more effective than their synthetic counterparts.
For instance, 70 mg of vitamin C in one cup of broccoli
strengthens your immunity more effectively than 700 mg of
synthetic vitamin C. Plus, there are other nutrients found in
broccoli that makes it a more productive choice.
Research has found that with minerals, there is a balancing act
going on inside of our bodies. You'll read that in order for a
certain mineral to be absorbed by your body, you need to ingest
another mineral to help it along. This shows that a balance and
variety of whole foods will work hand-in-hand to provide your
body with its requirements for optimal functioning.
Choose balanced whole foods eating over the crutch of
supplementation. Instead of spending your time trying to
remember which bottle of vitamins you have or haven't taken for
the day, use your time more wisely and eat foods that work hard
for your body!
About the author:
Debra Augur has studied holistic nutrition for years, put that
knowledge into practice, and has a passion to share that
knowledge with others who are seeking their own best health. If
we are what we eat, are we denatured, devitalized, deficient and
potentially toxic? Visit www.eat-well-to-be-well.com to learn
more, and begin acquiring your healthiest self.
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American Diabetes Association Home Page |
Their mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by this disease. Available in English and Spanish. |
www.diabetes.org |
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Diabetes Information - American Diabetes Association |
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Diabetes UK home page - Diabetes UK |
Diabetes UK is the largest organisation in the UK working for people with diabetes, funding research, campaigning and helping people live with the ... |
www.diabetes.org.uk |
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Canadian Diabetes Association |
To promote the health of Canadians through diabetes research, education, service, and advocacy. |
www.diabetes.ca |
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Diabetes information including treating type 2 diabetes at ... |
Offers dietary recommendations, including recipes and tips on managing blood sugar levels. From GlaxoSmithKline. |
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Diabetes |
Web site for Diabetes. ... publishes Diabetes. Stanford University Libraries' HighWire Press ® assists in the publication of Diabetes Online ... |
diabetes.diabetesjournals.org |
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CDC Diabetes Public Health Resource |
The diabetes information homepage of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, provided by the CDC’s Division of Diabetes Translation. |
www.cdc.gov |
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CDC - Health Topic: Diabetes |
Diabetes · Diabetes and Research Diagnostics · Diabetes Surveillance Report · FAQ's on Diabetes · Physical Activity and Health: A Report of the Surgeon ... |
www.cdc.gov |
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National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse |
Provides educational materials to increase knowledge and understanding about diabetes among patients, health care professionals, and the general public. |
diabetes.niddk.nih.gov |
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Diabetes mellitus - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
For diabetes mellitus in pets, see diabetes in cats and dogs. ... Type 1 diabetes mellitus - formerly known as insulin-dependent diabetes (IDDM), ... |
en.wikipedia.org |
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MedlinePlus: Diabetes |
(National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases) - Links to PDF ... Select services and providers for Diabetes in your area. ... |
www.nlm.nih.gov |
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Diabetes |
Diabetes affects about 18 million Americans. There are many risk factors for ... These levels are considered to be risk factors for type 2 diabetes and its ... |
www.nlm.nih.gov |
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Diabetes |
What to expect from your diabetes diagnosis? Get up-to-the-minute information about medications, insulin, blood sugar management, nutrition requirements, ... |
diabetes.about.com |
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WebMD Diabetes Health Center - Information on Type 1 and Type 2 ... |
Find in-depth information here about diabetes prevention, diet, ... Study Shows Burned-Out Staffers More Likely to Get Type 2 DiabetesGo To Article ... |
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WebMD Health - 404 Error |
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www.webmd.com |
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Diabetes Overview |
Defines diabetes, including the various types and treatments. Provides information on the impact and cost of the disease, its increasing prevalence, ... |
www.niddk.nih.gov |
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Diabetes News - The New York Times |
A free collection of articles about diabetes published in The New York Times. |
topics.nytimes.com |
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children with DIABETES Online Community |
An online community for kids, families, and adults with diabetes, featuring message boards, chat rooms, and questions/answers from medical professionals. |
www.childrenwithdiabetes.com |
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International Diabetes Institute - Diabetes Research, Education ... |
The International Diabetes Institute is the leading national and international centre for diabetes research, diabetes education and diabetes care. |
www.diabetes.com.au |
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Diabetes New Zealand |
Educates and informs people about diabetes, its treatment, prevention, and cure of diabetes. |
www.diabetes.org.nz |
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