Vitamins & Minerals

  • Sources of Vitamins and Minerals

    Vitamins and minerals are essential nutrients our bodies need in order to develop and function at its fullest potential. Without these important nutrients, it’s possible to experience a wide range of unpleasant symptoms, including fatigue and weakness and/or light-headedness, hair loss, pale skin, constipation, and even trouble breathing – and while there are supplements you can take to ensure you’re getting some of the essential nutrients that your body requires, the best sources of vitamins and minerals often come straight from the foods we eat. When it comes to vitamins, these are separated into two different categories: Water-soluble and fat-soluble. Water-soluble means that the body will expel what it doesn’t…

  • The Role of Essential Vitamins

    Every functioning human body operates akin to a sophisticated machine, relying on a complex interplay of various nutrients to perform at peak capacity. Among these nutrients, 13 essential vitamins hold significant roles in maintaining optimal health and wellness. These vitamins are classified into two main types: fat-soluble vitamins, namely A, D, E, and K, and water-soluble vitamins which include Vitamin C and the B vitamin complex—thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), pyridoxine (B6), biotin (B7), folate (B9) and cobalamin (B12). Fat-soluble vitamins are stored within the body’s fatty tissues and are therefore not as readily excreted as their water-soluble counterparts. This results in these vitamins being retained…

  • Benefits of Vitamin E

    Vitamin E is considered a fat-soluble vitamin. It acts as an antioxidant and protects cells from damage that is caused by free radicals, which are compounds that form when our bodies convert what we eat into energy. One of the most common uses for Vitamin E is to prevent or treat certain diseases and illnesses, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, and cancer (including lung cancer, oral cancer, colorectal cancer, gastric cancer, prostate cancer, and pancreatic cancer), as well as fight inflammation, balance hormones, and reduce PMS symptoms (such as cramping, cravings, and even anxiety.) Some people also use Vitamin E for diseases of the brain and…