Top 5 Health Basics

Top 5 Health Basics

Trammell's Health & Fitness Tips - Health, Fitness, Nutrition & Training Tips to Keep you Healthy and Motivated

1. CALCIUM - It enhances the bodies ability to maintain normal weight, regulate blood pressure, and helps with PMS. Some studies suggest it protects against colon cancer as well. Look for calcium citrate for best absorption, and shoot for 1,000 to, 1,200 mg a day in two doses, with meals, to maximize absorption.
   
   
2. OMEGA-3s - They will keep blood pressure normal, lower triglycerides, reduce the risk blood of clots, protect against inflammation and enhance mood. Studies say take to 1,000 mg a day, but if you are at risk of heart disease or a mood disorder, you may need more.
   
   
3. VITAMIN D - Vitamin D has been demonstrated the effectiveness of preventing a number of chronic diseases and conditions, including cancer, osteoporosis, high blood pressure, and autoimmune disorders. The recommended dose is around 400 IUs, but for adults its ok to take a 1000 IUs a day.
   
   
4. CHROMIUM - Chromium helps balance blood sugar levels, and may protect against diabetes. Chromium also protects the heart by decreasing LDL, increasing HDL, and lowering blood pressure. Most people need 35 mcg a day of chromium picolinate.
   
   
5. PROBIOTICS - IT helps with improving digestion, enhances immune function and fights off infection, and may protect against colon cancer. It also can modulate inflammatory response and regulate cholesterol levels.

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