My doctor suggested that I take vitamin D supplements. He said besides just generally being good for my body, that I get too many infections, and vitamin D can help. Is that true?
Vitamin D is important for your body, as it helps with many functions, including bone growth. If your doctor has checked your vitamin D levels, and they are low, then there is benefit to supplementing; however, the data on improving your defense against the common cold is not very strong. In fact, a recent study showed no benefit. But that is not the only reason to take vitamin D
Drinks for Heart Health
by Kimberly Hays November 1st, 2012 | Heart Health
We consider what we eat in our daily diet by watching out for foods high in fats and bad cholesterol, while adding heart healthy foods such as nuts, leafy greens, and other vegetables. While these are great steps toward optimum heart health, we need to be mindful of what we are drinking. Recently, a court case involving the death of a teenage girl who is said to have died due to drinking energy drinks, shows that energy drinks are not a healthy choice, especially for people with heart disease or those on medication for high blood pressure. Knowing what
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