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Vitamin C Benefits Resources

Below are top resources on SparkPeople for Vitamin C Benefits.

Vitamin E: Friend or Foe?

Vitamin E works as an antioxidant, preventing a chemical reaction called oxidation, which can sometimes result in harmful effects on the body. Knowing that vitamin E is an important nutrient, many people take large, mega-doses of it because they beli...  Read more

Supplements for a Healthy Heart

So you just found out that you have high cholesterol, or perhaps you have a strong family history of heart disease and want to do your best to prevent it. So you head to the pharmacy or health food store for help, only to be bombarded by countless su...  Read more

The Basics of Skin Care

Next to eating well and exercising, maintaining a healthy complexion is one of the key ways to look our best. Taking care of your skin doesn’t have to be an expensive (or time-consuming) endeavor. These days, high-quality skincare products are...  Read more

The No-Excuses Appeal of Fruits and Veggies

By now you know the importance of getting at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day (if not, click here). Perhaps you are still not convinced? Use the excuse-buster list below when you find yourself reasoning your way out of reaching for the...  Read more

7 Key Nutrients Vegetarians Need to Watch

There are many benefits to being vegetarian and vegan. Regardless of why you chose such a lifestyle, it’s not enough to simply cut the meat, poultry, and seafood from your daily menu. Animal products do offer nutrients that support growth, body...  Read more

Vitamin D
Updated 5/25/2013 6:33:03 AM

Do you take Vitamin D for weight loss? Every morning I take 2,000 iu of Vitamin D . Vit. D seems to help with weight loss , also the immune system, bones, heart etc.How much Vit D do you take ? 252...  Read more

Vitamin D and weight loss
Updated 5/20/2013 6:11:56 AM

193 I have been takeing 2000 iu of Vitamin D daily for a year! Not sure if that's to much ? Does anyone know the answer? Is it true that it helps with weight loss?...  Read more

proper vitamins/minerals
Updated 5/10/2013 1:25:42 AM

I did some research and found that the top 5 nutrients for energy is Potassium, Iron, Magnesium, Zine, and Vitamin E. No matter what I seem to eat though, I just can't reach those goals for the day. Sodium (tracking just for general purpose) seems...  Read more

Sauna Benefits
Updated 5/8/2013 1:02:42 PM

I sat in the sauna this morning for 20 minutes before my class. What are the benefits if any? Does it matter if you go before or after a class? How long should you sit in the sauna?...  Read more

mood lifting herbs or vitamins what kind?
Updated 5/5/2013 8:48:24 AM

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Romaine Lettuce

Romaine has better nutrional value than iceberg if you want to maximize your health benefits. Romaine contains vitamin C and beta-carotene,vitamin A, vitamin K, folate, vitamin C, manganese, chromium, vitamin B1, vitamin B2 and the minerals like pota...  Read more

Brocolli

Broccoli has a strong, positive impact on our body's detoxification system and cholesterol-lowering ability, B-complex vitamins in broccoli are good for heart health. Broccoli has a combination of both vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene) and vit...  Read more

Living Healthy with Insulin Resistance/Low GI Diet

For anyone struggling with weight issues due to insulin resistance, diabetes, PCOS, and hypoglycemia. Diet Health Benefits also help reduce HBP, Cholesterol, Triglycerides, & Liver Enzymes. ...  Read more

4 Important Nutrients You May be Missing

Vitamins and supplements are big business about a $20 billion business to be more exact. Many medical providers agree that taking a multivitamin can be beneficial but for many people that eat a well balanced diet, it isn't typically necessary. A...  Read more

Can Vitamin D Reduce Your Risks of the H1N1 (Swine) Flu This Winter?

Vitamin D research and information is in the news everywhere these days. One of the most shocking results came from a nationwide study in the U.S. that found about 9 percent of the children were vitamin D deficient but 61 percent of them were vitamin...  Read more