Micronutra Health

Vitamin for PMS – Vitamin B6

MicroNutra Health — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 19:56:27 +0000

What is Vitamin B6? Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble essential nutrient. It exists in three forms in nature: pyridoxine, pyridoxal, and pyridoxamine. Of these, pyridoxine is the most common. The body uses vitamin B6 to create the myelin sheath for neurons (basically, the insulation) and to manufacture the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrin. Because of this, a lack [...] Related posts:

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In Depth View of Cholesterol

MicroNutra Health — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:50:49 +0000

Cholesterol is a white, waxy material similar to fat that is produced by the liver. You can also find it in food that comes from animals.Cholesterol is necessary in order for the body to function correctly. Your cells need cholesterol to make vitamin D, hormones and the bile used to digest fat. However, the body only needs a small amount. Related posts:

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Daily Nighttime Melatonin Reduces Blood Pressure in Men

MicroNutra Health — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:50:48 +0000

Melatonin, scientifically known as 5-methoxy-N-acetyltryptamine, is one neuro-hormone produced by the brain, particularly the pineal gland. Melatonin is synthesized through the use of the amino acid known as tryptophan. Interestingly, the synthesis (production) of melatonin is enhanced and stimulated by the presence of darkness and suppressed in the presence of light. Related posts:

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High Cholesterol and Smog Lead to Heart Disease

MicroNutra Health — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:50:47 +0000

For decades people have been pushing more environmental and "Green" strategies to protect ourselves and everything else on the planet. In 2006 it was found that almost 25 percent of the diseases where actually caused by exposure to unhealthy environmental factors. The same study also found that a little over 40 percent of the diseases were caused by air pollution. Related posts:

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Meditation: A Natural Aid for High Blood Pressure?

MicroNutra Health — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:50:46 +0000

Alternative treatments can sometimes have desirable results. One of those alternatives is meditation. It is something that has been practiced for thousands of years and was developed for people to understand many aspects of life. Related posts:

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Address the Emotional Causes of Hypertension with Taurine

MicroNutra Health — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:50:45 +0000

Stress can be a helpful emotion in short bursts. It was especially helpful to our ancestors for escaping predators. More commonly known as the Fight-or-Flight response, short bursts of stress are meant to prepare us for short-lived, vigorous muscular activity. Related posts:

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High Cholesterol and Men: What are the Health Risks?

MicroNutra Health — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:50:44 +0000

Knowing the facts about cholesterol can greatly reduce your risk for a heart attack or stroke. As one of the number one killers in the United States, simple preventative measure can be taken to ensure your health and well-being! Related posts:

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Hypertension and Chiropractic Adjustments: New Study Shows Positive Link

MicroNutra Health — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:50:43 +0000

More and more people are becoming dissatisfied with the risks and side effects associated with conventional medicine and are seeking out more natural medical options and alternative therapies. Over the past decade more and more research has been done proving that natural medicine and alternative therapies are viable options for many people to pursue. One disease that a lot of research has been done about is hypertension. Related posts:

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Light Therapy Can Battle Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

MicroNutra Health — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:50:42 +0000

What is Seasonal Affective Disorder? Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as winter depression, is a type of mood disorder that occurs during the winter months. Generally, people begin to experience symptoms during the late fall, continuing on through winter until spring. Symptoms include: depression loss of energy sleeping [...] Related posts:

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PMS, What Is It?

MicroNutra Health — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:44:10 +0000

What Is PMS? Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a cluster of symptoms that affect women a couple of days to a couple of weeks before the beginning of their monthly menses, and ending as menstruation begins. Roughly seventy-five percent of women experience premenstrual symptoms at some point in their lives. However, it is only if these symptoms are [...] Related posts:

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