By Nita McKinney Vision vitamins are an important component of our everyday diet. Apart from the vitamin A which is widely known for its important properties, there are many others that play a central role in maintaining good eyesight. These nutritional elements include vitamin B6 and C and others such as selenium, zinc and magnesium among others.  There are many different types of foods that contain many of these elements in different combinations. Examples include green leafy vegetables, oranges, carrots and pumpkins among others. We will look at vitamin A in detail and understand what it is that it does at cellular level.  Research has revealed to us that this vitamin is very important in the synthesis of a pigment known as rhodopsin. This pigment is found in high amounts on the retina which acts as a screen on which images from the environment are formed. Adequate levels of rhodopsin are needed to help one see better in dim light. It is important ...

By Andrea Davidson Nutrition is the word used to describe the materials that are necessary to support the life of organisms and cells. This provision usually involves food. A lot of health problems that people suffer with can be alleviated, or even prevented, through a healthy nutritional diet. Health professionals who specialized in this topic, include economics, planning and preparation of healthy diets are known as dietitians. Nutrition services are available through many different organizations. Consumption of food items that contain no health benefits is associated with poor health in people. Usually it leads to son for of deficiency, which is essentially when the body is not getting what it requires for proper function. Deficiencies are known to cause many ailments, including diseases and chronic conditions. Nutrition services may be used to classify many different things. In general, the services are meant to educate and guide people as it relates to ea...

By Andrea Davidson Healthy herbs contribute to our wellbeing by providing a constant supply of essential nutrients. They have remained an important part of the diet since the ancient times. Herbal parts such as barks, roots and leaves have a variety of uses.  They are known for their healing power, fragrance and aromatic effect on dishes. They have health benefits, nutritional value, medicinal and culinary uses. The awareness concerning the usefulness of herbs is constantly increasing. This is due to the numerous benefits that they provide. Recent studies have helped to identify benefits that were not known previously. It has identified numerous health benefits and detoxification compounds that are useful to the body. Some of the compounds they contain include antioxidants, essential oils, and vitamins among others. These nutrients enhance the effectiveness of the immune system. They contain large amounts of essential oils that are extracted for their an...

By Sharon M. Dickerson Proper nutrition and regular exercise are the only way to stay slim, healthy and full of energy. Unfortunately, the exhausting pace of life just does not leave enough time to fulfill all of your obligations. This is why you often feel tired and stressed.  Meratol can help you get more power for fighting everyday problems, and at the same time gaining and maintaining an ideal weight. There are several high quality, all natural ingredients there your body will surely appreciate. Caffeine, for example, makes you alert and focused. Chili is great for your heart and blood vessels, among other things. Brown algae contain valuable substances you won't find elsewhere. Boost your energy level and give your body what it needs. The main problem related with exercise is hat you simply don't have enough time or energy to practice it regularly. You have so many responsibilities that you are simply too exhausted at the end of a day.  Exercise ...