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I usually recommend taking a general multivitamin in order to replenish the minerals needed by the body for optimal function of enzyme systems (Minerals act as cofactors to countless enzymes throughout the body) enabling them to carry out their specific functions.
Multivitamins are useful for replenishing general deficiencies of most minerals, except these few which are generally found in too low concentrations to be of use in a multivitamin, or in specific cases of severe deficiency. Boron: This has been shown to play a role in estrogen production and regulation via its ability to impact calcium absorption and utilization. This is particularly important for those who have calcium deficiency, imbalance and also those with hormonal imbalance as it helps to regulate the estrogen levels naturally. Iron: Iron is a trace mineral needed to make hemoglobin, the protein needed to carry oxygen throughout the body. Hemoglobin gives red blood cells their color, and stores most of the body’s iron supply outside of the liver. Iron is also stored in muscle tissue, and helps supply the muscles with the oxygen needed to make them contract. Therefore lack of iron also affects energy levels. Although iron is a trace mineral, it is extremely important, because a deficiency in this nutrient leads to a shortage of red blood cells, a condition known as anemia. Anemic individuals do not have an adequate supply of oxygen in their body, which leaves them tired, pale, and short of breath. Magnesium: MOST people eating a Standard Western diet are low in Magnesium due to not eating adequate green leafy vegetables and nuts and seeds. What are the benefits of magnesium? Reputed to be the "antistress" mineral, Magnesium has been found to help ward off the formation of blood clots, lower blood pressure, prevent complications related to diabetes, assist in maintaining bone strength, and contribute to greater life expectancy by reducing the risk of heart disease and by limiting the effects of free radical damage. Magnesium is, without a doubt, a valuable component of an antiaging conscious, longevity minded health regimen. Magnesium is a mineral that is essential to a wide variety of body processes, including energy production, protein formation, DNA production, and nerve conduction. It helps maintain normal levels of potassium, phosphorus, calcium, adrenaline and insulin, and keeps the bones strong and the heart healthy. Magnesium helps to relax the heart muscles to maintain a regular heartbeat, and thus prevent sudden changes in blood pressure. In fact, magnesium can be used to treat high blood pressure, angina, and arrhythmia. If given immediately after a heart attack and for the following four weeks, magnesium has been shown to speed recovery by reducing the number of dangerous arrhythmias. Magnesium also protects the heart by discouraging the aggregation (clumping) of red blood cells, which can lead to the formation of blood clots, and by raising HDL (good) cholesterol levels. Magnesium is essential for the development and maintenance of healthy bones. If taken in relatively high amounts, it works together with calcium and vitamin D to help keep bones strong and prevent osteoporosis. Magnesium is also sometimes prescribed for treatment of migraines, asthma, and diabetes. People with diabetes often have low magnesium levels, and there’s some evidence that 200 to 300 milligrams of magnesium each day could help prevent and treat this disease. It is also often combined with vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) to help dissolve kidney stones. Magnesium has been used as a treatment for other conditions as well, including Raynaud’s disease, skeletal muscle spasm from injury or trauma, gangrene, epilepsy, spastic colon, dry skin, nervous irritability, and lead toxicity. Boron
Source Naturals, Triple Boron, 3 mg, 200 Capsules
Boron has been shown to play a role in estrogen production via its ability to impact calcium absorption and utilization. This is particularly important for those who have calcium deficiency, imbalance and also those with hormonal imbalance as it helps to regulate the estrogen levels naturally. Iron
Now Foods, Iron, 18 mg, 120 Vcaps
This is a very easily digestable form of Iron that won't cause constipation or stomach irritation. Particularly useful for anyone with aneamia or those who don't eat much meat or eggs. Iron is a trace mineral needed to make hemoglobin, the protein needed to carry oxygen throughout the body. Hemoglobin gives red blood cells their color, and stores most of the body’s iron supply. Iron is also stored in muscle tissue, and helps supply the muscles with the oxygen needed to make them contract. Therefore lack of iron also affects energy levels. Although iron is a trace mineral, it is extremely important, because a deficiency in this nutrient leads to a shortage of red blood cells, a condition known as anemia. Anemic individuals do not have an adequate supply of oxygen in their body, which leaves them tired, pale, and short of breath. Magnesium
Now Foods, Magnesium Citrate, 200 mg, 250 Tablets
Should you consider taking supplemental doses of the micronutrient magnesium? Most definitely. A high percentage of the population does not get enough of the RDA for manesium, though, according to many experts, even the RDA is too low to take full advantage of the powerful benefits of magnesium. What are the benefits of magnesium? Reputed to be the "antistress" mineral, Magnesium has been found to help ward off the formation of blood clots, lower blood pressure, prevent complications related to diabetes, assist in maintaining bone strength, and contribute to greater life expectancy by reducing the risk of heart disease and by limiting the effects of free radical damage. Magnesium is, without a doubt, a valuable component of an antiaging conscious, longevity minded health regimen. Magnesium is a mineral that is essential to a wide variety of body processes, including energy production, protein formation, DNA production, and nerve conduction. It helps maintain normal levels of potassium, phosphorus, calcium, adrenaline and insulin, and keeps the bones strong and the heart healthy. Magnesium helps to relax the heart muscles to maintain a regular heartbeat, and thus prevent sudden changes in blood pressure. In fact, magnesium can be used to treat high blood pressure, angina, and arrhythmia. If given immediately after a heart attack and for the following four weeks, magnesium has been shown to speed recovery by reducing the number of dangerous arrhythmias. Magnesium also protects the heart by discouraging the aggregation (clumping) of red blood cells, which can lead to the formation of blood clots, and by raising HDL (good) cholesterol levels. Magnesium is essential for the development and maintenance of healthy bones. If taken in relatively high amounts, it works together with calcium and vitamin D to help keep bones strong and prevent osteoporosis. Magnesium is also sometimes prescribed for treatment of migraines, asthma, and diabetes. People with diabetes often have low magnesium levels, and there’s some evidence that 200 to 300 milligrams of magnesium each day could help prevent and treat this disease. It is also often combined with vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) to help dissolve kidney stones. Magnesium has been used as a treatment for other conditions as well, including Raynaud’s disease, skeletal muscle spasm from injury or trauma, gangrene, epilepsy, spastic colon, dry skin, nervous irritability, and lead toxicity. Magnesium Drink
Peter Gillham's Natural Vitality, Natural Calm, Orange Flavor, 16 oz (454 g)
Other Flavours A very easily absorbed form of Magnesium which tastes great and is easy to take for the whole family. Especially useful when you need a quick burst of energy, or to overcome a headache or muscle cramps. MSM - Organic Sulphur
Doctor's Best, Best MSM, 1000 mg, 180 Capsules
MSM is a very useful supplement for relieving inflammation and helping to support joint health. It is also useful as an organic form of sulphur for many other body functions. Zinc
Now Foods, L-OptiZinc, 30 mg, 100 Capsules This form of ZInc is bound with methionine which is useful for its antioxidant abilities, ability to help liver fat handling, regulate homocysteine levels and it is used to create many substances in the body including collagen. It helps the body to eliminate toxins, build strong, healthy tissues, and promote cardiovascular health. Zinc is important to the body in so many ways. By functioning as an antioxidant, zinc can help reduce the damage caused by free radicals. However, zinc may have attributes that the typical antioxidant lacks. Researchers have found that supplemental doses of zinc have had the effect of revitalizing the functioning of the thymus gland, which is crucial to T-cell production and a strong immune system. Zinc is an essential trace mineral that helps the body maintain the immune, reproductive, and digestive systems. It is needed for healthy skin, bones, hair, nails, and eyes, and is essential for making growth hormones and the important male hormone, testosterone. Zinc may also speed your recovery from cold and flu, canker sores, sore throat, and skin injuries, and reduce the symptoms of tinnitus, acne, and eye problems. Additionally, because zinc promotes a strong immune system, it may be effective in battling autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and fibromyalgia. Zinc is especially important to the maintenance of healthy skin. It helps the body process the essential fatty acids needed to heal burns (including sunburns), wounds, hemorrhoids, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, and acne. Chewable Zinc
Carlson Labs, Zinc·Ease, 84 Lozenges
This is a good form of chewable zinc that is helpful to take whenever you feel a cold coming on or just want a bit of an extra boost for your immune system. Also very easy to give kids as they can chew the tablets up and the form of zinc is easily absorbed and well tolerated. Ionic Zinc (liquid)
Trace Minerals Research, Liquimins, Ionic Zinc, 50 mg, 2 fl oz (59 ml)
A form of zinc that is easy to give to babies and young children and those who do not like to swallow tablets or capsules. Zinc
Now Foods, Zinc Glycinate, 120 Softgels
ZInc Glycinate is a very easily digestible form of zinc that is bound to the amino acid glycine - the smallest of the amino acids, for easy transport across the intestinal wall. Very good particularly for people who have problems with digestion and IBS or other Bowel problems. |
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