The new year means the start of a health kick for many people. Many jump to supplements such as vitamins assuming they will be healthier taking vitamins. And it is true that Numerous vitamins are essential for health. However, most essential vitamin requirements are easily met by a well balanced diet. For example vitamin A deficiency can result in blindness. However, our average daily requirement for vitamin A can be met by eating just half a carrot. Despite this vitamin A is sold in supplement form which can easily result in over consumption . Excess vitamin A is stored in fat tissue where it can build up to harmful levels. Take home: be sassy, do your research, dont waste your money attempting to find quick fixes. Too much of a good thing is no longer a good thing!
Posted on: Thu, 01 Jan 2015 22:48:02 +0000
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