Calcium Supplements: More Risk Than Benefit?
Naturally SavvyResearchers are questioning the safety of calcium supplements as new data published in the British Medical Journal suggests a correlation between taking calcium supplements and an increase of heart disease and stroke. Two studies involving 29,000 subjects indicated that supplementing with calcium may increase the risk of heart attack by a startling 25 percent and stroke by 15 percent. ...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsCan vitamin D be absorbed through a window?
Lisa TsakosQ: Vitamin D is an important nutrient for bone health, but I dont get outside often. Can vitamin D be absorbed through a window? A: The UVB rays needed for your body to produce vitamin D do not penetrate glass very well, so exposure to sunshine indoors through a window or through your car window will not likely be sufficient for your skin to synthesize vitamin D. Experts are undecided ...
Read more...CategoriesSupplements | Natural Nutrition 101's FAQAre omega-3 supplements safe during pregnancy?
Lisa TsakosQ: Are omega-3 supplements safe to take during pregnancy? A: Yes, in fact, omega-3, particularly DHA is recommended, especially during the third trimester. Look for products that have been purified (e.g., those labeled as molecularly distilled). Read more here.
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsWhat are the most important supplements to take regularly?
Lisa TsakosQ: There are so many supplements available, I dont know where to begin. What are the most important supplements to take regularly? A: For daily use, three key supplements are recommended: a multivitamin/multimineral supplement that provides moderate doses of each important vitamin and mineral (read labels carefully to identify products formulated to contain megadoses of certain nutrients); ...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsShould my multivitamin contain Iron?
Lisa TsakosQ: Should iron be included in a multivitamin supplement for an eighteen year old male? -S. Chan A: Unless his health care practitioner indicates otherwise, iron supplementation is not recommended. Most multivitamin/multimineral supplements formulated for men do not include iron. A hereditary and asymptomatic condition called hemochromatosis may cause iron to build-up and can potentially lead ...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsWhat else can I add to my morning smoothie?
Lisa TsakosQ: Every morning I prepare a morning smoothie with orange juice, probiotic, banana, brown flax seed, psyillium fiber, Nu Greens Profile, Silicea, and omega-3 fish oil. Should I be adding anything else? Susan A: Thats a fantastic, fiber-rich way to start your day. Silica is wonderful for supporting and building connective tissue and the green powder provides nutrients and antioxidants s...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsDoes my Multi Provide all my Nutritional Needs?
Lisa TsakosQ: Does a multivitamin provide all my nutritional needs, or should I be taking other types of supplements? -LolaA: A multivitamin/mineral supplement provides added insurance that nutrient requirements are met, but whether or not the amounts supplied by your supplement fill all of your body’s needs depend on your current nutritional status. A nutritionist can help you identify specific deficiencie...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsI am a Vegan, what supplements should I take?
Lisa TsakosQ: I am a 16 year old vegan. Should I be taking any vitamins other than B12 which I already take? –Carolyn A: While vitamin B12 is the most important supplement for vegans, keep an eye on your iron levels as well. There are many plant-based sources of iron – beans, beets, dried fruit, and steamed greens (like spinach). A vegan multi-vitamin will provide any additional nutrients that may not be ...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsFighting Fatigue with Supplements
Lisa TsakosQ: What would you suggest to take in the line of a supplement that would help extreme fatigue? -Anita A: Before using a supplement, identify the cause of extreme fatigue. Once you've ruled out all the lifestyle factors (e.g., a busy schedule) or a specific health condition (like hypoglycemia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, or other), the first supplement I would consider is a B complex. The vari...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsHow much vitamin D should I take per day?
Lisa TsakosQ: What is the recommended vitamin D intake per day? Is it true that it can prevent cancer? -Oscar A: The recommended intake for vitamin D has increased to a minimum of 1,000 IU daily. A blood test can measure your vitamin D levels. Your physician may recommend a much higher dose, particularly if you’re at risk of a disease known to be associated with vitamin D. Cancer is one such disease – parti...
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Can I take garlic as a blood thinner?
Lisa TsakosQ. I wish to take garlic supplements as blood thinner. I read that you shouldn't take garlic with aspirin or Omega 3's. Is this true? A: Garlic, fish ...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsIs there a natural whole food supplement?
Naturally SavvyQ: I am in search of a whole food vitamin supplement. Everything out there, especially for kids, is full of junk, artificial sweeteners, etc. The "natural&...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsDo supplements have blood thinning effects?
Naturally SavvyQ: Can I get too much of a blood thinning effect using supplements? I have been taking fish oil and garlic for years. Can I add Salba safely? I like the blood s...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsCan I overload on Vitamin A?
Naturally SavvyQ: Carrots are a favorite food and I eat about 5 lb each week. Yam and squash are also some favorites. Can I overload on vitamin A? Is it good to also take a su...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsGetting Started on Taking Supplements
Lisa TsakosQ. I have been interested for a while in taking natural supplements. I don't take any vitamins or anything that nourish my body. I also have digestive prob...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsWhat Can You Tell me About Bee Pollen?
Lisa TsakosQ. A friend of mine just gave me a bag of bee pollen (my friends gives me very fun and interesting gifts!). It's from a local organic market. I've hea...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsShould I Take Oil of Oregano?
Lisa TsakosQ. I am wondering about oil of oregano. I have a small bottle of it and haven't used it a lot. Whenever I get a cold, I have always had luck with Echinacea...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsWhole Food Vitamins
Lisa TsakosQ. I am in search of a whole food vitamin supplement - one for myself (very active female, age 38) and one for my children (elementary age). Everything out ther...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsMultivitamin and Label Claims
Lisa TsakosQ. I'm vegan and I'm looking for a quality, not too expensive multivitamin. I've heard not all brands contain the actual percentage amounts claim...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsAm I taking the Right Supplements?
Lisa TsakosQ. My family has been taking supplements for many years. We've been taking 1000 mgs of D, 400 IU of E and 10,000 IU of vitamin A everyday. Since we live in...
Read more...CategoriesSupplementsThe Ins and Outs of Protein Powder
Lisa TsakosQ. What are the benefits of using protein powder? Who should use these products? Do they contain unnecessary or unhealthy ingredients? A: There are many differe...
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