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How much Vitamin C?

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Start with a small amount of Buffered C (contains calcium, potassium & magnesium) - 1/8 tsp., 4X a day - in water, between meals - gradually increase the dose, just a little at a time, until you reach bowel tolerance: 'Til you get a rumbly gut, soft stool or diarrhea, then reduce the dose.
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Do I have to take Vitamin C with MSM supplements?

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You do not have to take vitamin C along with MSM supplements in order for MSM to work better. If you are unable to take vitamin C, MSM still works for you. Vitamin C is still a great supplement though and can enhance recovery!
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Why should we take supplements for vitamin C?

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Humans are unable to synthesize vitamin C due to the lack of one vital enzyme ( Bland 1999). This means that vitamin C must be obtained through the diet, either in vitamin C rich food or in a supplementation form on a regular basis. Vitamin C cannot be stored in the body, hence its classification as a water-soluble vitamin.
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Where Can I get Vitamin C supplements?

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Vitamin C supplements are available from all good health and nutrition stores as well as bodybuilding stores. Besides natural sources, vitamin C is available many formats: Conventional pills and effervescent tablets Time release tablets Chewable tablets (See warning below) Syrup Powders
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Is Vitamin C supplementation affected by other supplements / medicines?

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The following decrease the effect of Vitamin C: Aspirin, Barbiturates, Mineral Oil, Oral Contraceptives, Salicylates, Tobacco. The following have decreased effect from Vitamin C supplementation. Anti-cholinergics, Copper, Oral Anticoagulants. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a detoxifier that reduces the toxicity of common drugs such as cortisone, aspirin, and insulin. It can also reduce the toxicity of some heavy metals such as lead, mercury, and arsenic.
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Can vitamin supplements really help improve my vision?

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Recent research is promising, but not final. The National Eye Institute’s Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) concluded that high doses of antioxidant vitamins and zinc can have a positive effect on the progression of age-related macular degeneration, but not on other eye diseases. Check with your doctor before trying any commercial supplements or major dietary changes. Your individual health conditions should be assessed first.
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Do you use a lot of vitamin/mineral supplements?

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Depending on the patient we may suggest a back up to the formula with certain supplements, but we do not believe in taking heaps of vitamins. It is always important to eat a healthy diet first and utilise supplements as a "supplement" to your diet when necessary. We prefer you not to be taking herbs from two different therapists as this can cause problems. More herbs are not necessarily better.
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What vitamin supplements should I be taking?

People who undergo gastric bypass can become deficient in certain vitamins. Initially you should be taking 2 children's chewable vitamins or 1 adult vitamin. Chewable vitamins may be better tolerated at first. You should also be taking vitamin B12, iron, and calcium. B12 is available as tablets, sublingual tablets (taken under the tongue), and as a subcutaneous (under the skin) injection. Iron is best taken on an empty stomach three times per day; however, it can cause irritation to the stomach.
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What about other vitamin or dietary supplements?

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I do endorse a multiple vitamin supplement and all patients with carcinoid syndrome should take low doses of niacin to prevent subclinical pellagra.
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Can vitamin supplements help treat macular degeneration?

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The National Eye Institute’s Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) found that taking a specific high dose formula of antioxidants and zinc (500 milligrams of vitamin C, 400 International Units of vitamin E, 15 milligrams of beta-carotene, 80 milligrams of zinc as zinc oxide, and two milligrams of copper as cupric oxide) may delay or prevent intermediate AMD from progressing to the advanced stage.
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You may. It’s possible to not get enough vitamins from three small meals a day. At your regular check-ups, your specialist will evaluate whether you are getting enough vitamin B12, folic acid, and iron.
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You may. It's possible to not get enough vitamins from three small meals a day. At your regular check-ups, your specialist will evaluate whether you are getting enough vitamin B12, folic acid, and iron.
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middot; What is in the vitamin supplements used in the AREDS?

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The supplements consisted of vitamin C (500 mg), vitamin E (400 IU), zinc (80 mg), beta-carotene (15 mg) and copper (2 mg as cupric oxide).
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Should my child take vitamin supplements?

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The nutrition specialists on our cancer care team work with each family concerning their child’s nutritional needs.
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Are vitamin C supplements which contain bioflavonoids more easily digested?

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Research suggests that vitamin C may be used more efficiently when certain bioflavonoids are present. Bioflavonoids are being investigated as a possible preventive against heart disease.
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Should I take the powder or pill form of your supplements, such as Glutamine, MSM, and Vitamin C?

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If you value convenience, it is usually easier to take pills than to mix powders in water or juice. However, if you are taking high doses of these supplements for various health reasons, it is usually less expensive to take the powders, and it reduces the number of pills you have to take.
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Why is it necessary to take vitamin supplements to be healthy?

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The simplest answer is because most people eat a poor diet. Studies show that the average diet in the U.S. consists of too much fat, too much sugar, not enough fiber, fresh fruits and vegetables. We are eating plenty of calories, but they are often "empty" calories, meaning that they have very low levels of the essential vitamins and minerals we need to stay healthy. Since the majority of meals in the U.S.
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Whenever you reduce the amount of foods you eat, you may be reducing your intake of vitamins as well. It is essential that you eat nutritiously balanced meals, rich in fruits and vegetables. Discuss with your doctor the need for supplemental vitamins. Yes. Physical activities are an essential part of any weight control program and necessary for maintaining good health. Exercise doesn’t have to mean running kilometers a day or joining a gym.
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Q27. Do vitamin supplements or other nutrition factors cure AMD?

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The role of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in the prevention of macular degeneration has been the source of controversy and conflicting information. High serum levels of vitamins E, A, and C, as well as zinc, may be beneficial, but at present their efficacy is unproven. The National Eye Institute is currently sponsoring a study called AREDS (The Age Related Eye Disease Study). The study is testing the use of antioxidants and zinc on the progression of AMD.
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Are food supplements and vitamins, such as vitamin E, beneficial for cardiovascular health?

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Vitamin E has been a popular vitamin because it was believed to have cardiovascular health benefits due to its antioxidant properties. Recent attention has been focused on pomegranate juice, which has demonstrated antioxidant effects. Dark chocolate has some antioxidant properties, and there has been antioxidant effects attributed to red wine, but clinical benefits have not been convincingly demonstrated.
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Vitamins C, E and B-Complex may help you heal a little faster. Some piercers recommend Zinc and Iron, but these should only be taken if you are a slow healer to begin with. Too much of either of these may be toxic to your system. There is no substitute for being in good health and getting a good night's sleep. We currently recommend natural and topical supplements, such as Sea Salt Soaks, Sea Salt Sprays, Tea Tree Oil, Green or Chamomile Tea, Green Tincture Soaps, H2Ocean, Satin, & Provon.
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What is the difference between herbal and vitamin supplements?

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Vitamins themselves, are not whole foods, but are among the many micro-nutrients that make up food. As supplements, they are popular for their general overall nutritional benefits, particularly when a person's diet (processed foods, high fat content, sweets) is known to be vitamin deficient. Herbs on the other hand, are whole foods that naturally contain a broad range of micro-nutrients including a wealth of extremely healthful phyto-chemicals found in no other foods.
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Do you need vitamin supplements during pregnancy?

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A huge controversy exists about caffeine and pregnancy with some conclusive findings suggesting that higher levels of caffeine intake can have negative effects on pregnant women and their babies. The real question up for debate is: What amount of caffeine is safe? While it is best not to 'overworry' about...
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