L.A. Lifestyle - Nutritional Products

During the holidays most people will do at least one of the following:

•    Go on vacation
•    Spend time with family around lots of food
•    Eat unhealthy food
•    Get little exercise
•    Stress out
•    Get away from their overall normal routine (including sleeping, eating, and exercising)

The holidays are a wonderful time of year—they represent togetherness and giving. Unfortunately, indulgence in foods and drinks that are unhealthy take place during this time the most. The first thing to do is don’t live in the ‘I’m on a diet’ mindset. Diets don’t work! Deprivation is also the bad way to go, and will probably lead to cravings and unwanted splurging.  It is important to try and exercise before, during and after the holidays to minimize weight gain and stick to your normal routine. Now the holidays are over, it is important to get up and out of wherever you may be and exercise! Many are surprised to find that getting a little bit of exercise is much better than none at all! Taking a walk around the block, engaging in some sport or taking a trip to the gym can do wonders for your metabolism and your ‘self’.  Just get out there and move, and the pounds will not stick around. The holidays don’t have to signify feeling bad about yourself, just a few simple steps will help stave off temptation and work off holiday weight gain, allowing you to continue on your health and wellness journey!

For men and women alike, keeping bones strong through the years is vital. Bone undergoes continuous remodeling, with constant breakdown of bone and deposition of calcium into newly-formed bone. The balance between bone breakdown and formation changes as people age. During childhood, there is a higher amount of bone formation and less breakdown. In aging adults, particularly among postmenopausal women, bone breakdown exceeds its formation, resulting in bone loss, which increases the risk for osteoporosis. When calcium intake is low or calcium is poorly absorbed, bone breakdown occurs because the body must use the calcium stored in bones to maintain normal biological functions such as nerve and muscle function. More than 99% of total body calcium is stored in the bones and teeth, where it functions to support bodily structure. The remaining 1% is found throughout the body in blood, muscle and the fluid between cells. Calcium is needed for muscle contraction, blood vessel contraction and expansion, the secretion of hormones and enzymes and sending messages through the nervous system. A constant level of calcium must be maintained in body fluids and tissues so that these vital body processes function efficiently. It has been established that Calcium is the top mineral for bone health, but new research has displayed new promise for other supplements. I read recently that a study found potassium bicarbonate, an alkaline compound release after ingesting fruits and vegetables, aids calcium excretion. The study, conducted by Tufts and Northeastern Universities, suggested that potassium bicarbonate could be a viable option for older people with weaker bones. More research will be conducted to find new ways supplements can help make bones stronger.

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Numerous studies throughout the years have confirmed the importance and positive benefits of taking vitamins and supplements every day. Many studies focus on one main nutrient at a time to figure out how it can best nourish the body. With the onset of modern illnesses and diseases,  cause by the impact from processed foods and our toxic environment, vitamins and minerals can play an important role now more than ever in keeping our bodies healthy. The body needs to replenish its stores of energy and nutrients, and some ingredients cannot be synthesized in the body, so they must be obtained by supplementation or in foods. Emerging research suggests that the vitamins and minerals listed below may help prevent certain diseases, help stave off side effects or repair damages caused by them. These supplements have been around for years, but many offer benefits outside of the general daily multivitamin. All of this information is preliminary, pending further research before the FDA can approve possible supplement label claims.

•    Vitamin D
o    Known benefits: Bone health, immune function, brain health, reduces inflammation
o    Possible links to aiding Cancer patients, heart health, Diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, Autism, depression
•    Vitamin K2
o    Known benefits: helps blood clot, bone health
o    Possible links to aiding Cancer patients
•    Calcium
o    Known benefits: bone health, needed for muscle contraction, blood vessel contraction and expansion, the secretion of hormones and enzymes and sending messages through the nervous system, maintains normal nerve and muscle functions
o    Possible links to aiding Weight loss
•    Selenium
o    Known benefits: antioxidant properties help fight free radical damage
o    Possible links to aiding Cancer patients