The Smart and Safe Use of Vitamins and Supplements

Introduction 

In the fast paced and fast food world we are in, people always munch something or the other just for the sake of eating, rather than choosing their diet in a smart and safe way. Most of them because of untimely food habits are prone to many chronic diseases and what ever they earn goes to their medical and hospital expenses. If one plans and chooses his/her diet in a smart, safe and professional way, they can lead their life in a happy, healthy and peaceful manner.

The most common questions are what comprises a healthy and balanced diet? And whether all the required vitamins come automatically from the food one takes or he should take multivitamin/diet supplement tablets. 

Vitamins  

Every one needs vitamins and these cannot be produced in human body. Vitamins play an important role in individual’s health and it is possible only when people consume healthy diet containing vitamins and minerals.

Vitamins A,B(1,2,6,12),C,D,E and folic acid and minerals calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, iodine, phosphorous plays a important role in a person’s health. It again boils down to what a person takes. One may hate fruits, some may avoid dairy products which results in deficiencies of Vitamin C and Calcium. 

Dietary supplements and Its Types 

A tablet, pill, capsule or in liquid form which acts as a supplement for our food containing amino acids, botanicals, herbs, minerals, vitamins and other substances is regarded as dietary supplement.

Botanical or herbal supplements and mineral and vitamin supplements are the two types of dietary supplements.

Botanical or herbal supplements have medical values and keeps skin, bones and liver in good condition. These supplements are the foundation for many major medicines and don’t have any side effects.

 Mineral and vitamin supplements helps in smooth functioning of the human body with the aid of micronutrients. These supplements serve different purposes like vitamin A helping in growth and strengthening of bones and vision, Vitamin E repairing and strengthening DNA and immune system. 

Who can benefit 

The following persons benefit from diet supplements and minerals.

Lactating/pregnant women

Children and adolescents with irregular diet habits

Old persons

Vegetarians and persons avoiding some foods

Persons consuming processed and fast foods

People suffering from eating problems 

What to eat? 

People should have fresh fruits and vegetables, avoid processed foods, avoid sugar, and drink plenty of water. Diet comprising calcium, folic acid, fish oil, zinc and antioxidants, glocosamine, chondrotine, probiotics is beneficial for an individual. People should have their breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner and drink wisely for sound health. 

Smart Usage 

Before consuming vitamins or diet supplements one should decide in consultation with their doctor regarding whether they really require the supplement, whether the supplement is safe, does the supplement have reacts adversely with any food or medicine. One should also have knowledge of various labels on the supplements.

People should understand that diet supplements cannot replace the normal diet and to stay fit and healthy they should have a balanced and healthy diet and usage of these supplements should be minimal. The vitamins and supplements should be stored in cold places and should be had after meals everyday.

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