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Diabetes and Your Mouth
We diabetics have to pay even more attention to our teeth and
gums than other people.
We are at greater risk of cavities, gum disease and tooth
infections. Not only that, but those infections can cause our
blood sugar to rise, so it becomes...
Fish Oil and Possible Disease Prevention
Researchers working at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center state that DPA and DHA, primary components of fish oil, provide substantial protection against coronary heart disease. This study involved more tha six thousand middle-aged men who had...
How To Get A Private Pilot Medical Certificate
If you want to learn to fly, you have to have a FAA medical
certificate. Acquiring a medical certificate is not too
difficult. You do not have to get a medical certificate before
you begin your training. It is only required once you are...
The American Heart: Reducing the Risk of Disease
Learn more about the American Heart Association's (AHA) effort
to reduce death by cardiovascular disease by visiting the AHA's
website, Americanheart.org. This is a comprehensive website with
a wealth of information on cardiovascular disease risk...
What Is Arteriosclerosis?
The walls of arteries are affected by this chronic disease.
These walls loose their elasticity due to the increase of plaque
in the walls. Due to this there is thickening and hardening of
the walls which proves to be a hindrance in blood...
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Good Nutrition: The Overlooked Vitamin You Need to Know About
A vitamin which has received a lot of interest lately, for a host of reasons, is vitamin D. Various studies have shown the importance of vitamin D in the prevention of aggressive forms of prostate cancer, colon cancer and even skin cancer. It acts as an insulin stimulator to help deter diabetes. It can help to offset the effects of PMS as a regulator of the hormone, estrogen. It boosts seretonin which has been found to help depression. It is also important to understand the role of vitamin D in calcium absorption. Without vitamin D, calcium does not find its way to the bones. Not only does it aid in calcium absorption but in strengthening the muscles which gives added mobility to the elderly. The significance of this can be seen when we realize that falls are the largest cause of injury related deaths in nursing homes.
For all of these reasons, the importance of getting the proper amount of vitamin D is becoming more and more apparent. This, however, presents a dilemma. The single best way that we receive vitamin D is through sunshine. In recent years, it is becoming clear that Americans are not getting enough vitamin D. This has been due, in part, to the increased use of sunscreens. Sunscreen blocks the absorption of vitamin D in the skin. Does this mean we should stop using
sunscreen? No, absolutely not. Some studies suggest that we spend 5-10 minutes, three times a day , in the sun without sunscreen.
Other studies suggest that we spend 10-15 minutes, one to two times a day, in the sun without sunscreen. I think it is clear that only small doses of being exposed to the sun, without sunscreen are recommended.
There are some foods, although not many, which provide vitamin D. These would be fatty fish, milk, fortified orange juice and fortified cereals. Mushrooms that are sun grown are also a good source of vitamin D. Green leafy vegetables are not a good source of vitamin D. Because of this, a daily supplement is recommended. Traditionally, 200 I.U.s were the recommended dose but new studies are suggesting anywhere from 600-800 I.U.s as a minimum dose. Up to 2,000 I.U.s a day has not been shown to pose a toxicity risk but there is really no reason to take this much.
Given the known benefits of vitamin D, all of us, especially as we age, should pay as close attention to this vitamin as we do calcium.
About the Author
Constance Weygandt is an author, speaker, and balance mentor. For more information or to receive her free recipe newsletter, visit her at http://www.balancedwellnessonline.com
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