Before I beguin this blog I want to remind everyone that I am a student
and all my information I have gotten through books and online sources. Please
consult your health professional before taking any of the supplements I discuss
in this blog.
As our technology and knowledge in the medical world advances, more
and more drugs are being created in labs. With all these new pills and
supplements there’s no telling how effective they actually are and how they
might be affecting our bodies long term. In order to be the healthiest we
can be, we need to keep our bodies pure by eating nutritious food and taking
the right supplements. There are so many natural ways we can improve our
health and our bodies. Here are a few vitamins, herbs, and other natural
supplements that I have found helpful in various aspects of health.
Biotin. Builds strong nails and promotes healthy hair. Biotin
can be found in grocery stores and pharmacies as isolated biotin, biocytin, or
biotin complex. It prevents hair from getting dried out and increases the
elasticity which helps prevent breakage. To promote stronger nails and
healthy hair the typical dosage range is 1,000 to 3,000 (grams, milligrams,
micrograms?). Biotin is extremely safe and is not known to have negative
side effects or create risk for an overdose.
Ginseng. Used to ease fatigue, can enhance athletic and physical
performance, and reduce stress levels. Ginseng stimulates the central
nervous system, and has been found to improve both physical and mental
performance. It also may decrease fatigue during exercise. Ginseng
has been used to help stress reduction. “Ginseng has also been studied as a way to improve mood and boost
endurance as well as treat cancer, heart disease, fatigue, erectile dysfunction,
hepatitis C, high blood pressure, menopausal symptoms, and other conditions.” There are
many different forms of Ginseng; therefore, the recommended dosage can vary.
The average dose for capsules is 100-milligram to 200-milligram capsules once or twice a day. Ginseg can
be bought at most vitamin or grocery stores.
Cayenne Pepper. Helps with weight loss. Adding cayenne
pepper to your meals can curb your appetite and help burn fat. “Scientists
at the Laval University in Quebec found that participants who took cayenne
pepper for breakfast were found to have less appetite, leading to less caloric
intake throughout the day. Cayenne is also a great metabolic-booster, aiding
the body in burning excess amounts of fats.” Cayenne pepper is available in
the spice section in grocery stores.
Valerian. Used to help with insomnia. Valerian has helped
people with problems sleeping by improving their sleep quality and aiding the
transition into deep sleep. It is available in various forms such as
capsules, tablets, and extracts. Dosage can vary, however a commpon recommended
amount is 400 milligrams and
900 milligrams of valerian about two hours before bed.
Tea Tree Oil. Gets rid of acne. Tea tree oil is a topical antiseptic, Applying a few drops of the oil to
acne is effective in reducing redness and inflammation. Unlike many other
acne treatments, it does not cause common side effects such as itchy and dry
skin.
Mate. Energy booster and weight-loss aid. Mate when consumed as a
beverage and contains about the same amount of caffeine as a cup of coffee. The
caffanation contributes to an increased energy level and is an appetite
suppressor. Mate also contains polyphenois, which has been shown to contain
high amounts of antioxidants.
1 comments:
makes me wanna try biotin, i need better hair! & that tea tree oil for my face, wonder if it works for back :O lol thanks for this info (:
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