Healthy living is something we all want to achieve. Good nutritious food which is well balanced is one of the important pillars of this lifestyle. When a balanced diet is not achievable, people turn to non GMO vitamins and supplements to actually make the diet better for their bodies. These are in form of vitamins and minerals, herbs and botanicals.
Genetically modified organisms (GMO) result from a laboratory process that combines the DNA of several species to create a superior combination that does not occur in nature. People do not know what the effect of such modifications is but generally regard them as harmful. Hence, most people tend to purchase products that are labeled not genetically modified.
One of the necessities to a properly functioning body is vitamins. They include Vitamin E, K, Niacin, and the Vitamin B group. They are provided into the body by varied sources in different foods. All of them can be provided in the body if the food consumed is balanced. There are instances when they need to be supplemented though.
If the food you eat is not providing all or enough of vitamins and nutrients you may need to supplement them. This is also the case when under certain medical conditions like failure of the body to absorb nutrients or by pregnant or lactating women. They can also be used by people above fifty years of age or women with heavy menses. Supplements only help you to get enough essential nutrients and they do not treat, prevent or cure diseases.
Non GMO supplements are extracted from natural foods or synthetically manufactured. For example, manufacturers may extract Vitamin E from beans or maize. Synthetic vitamins may not be as effective as those that are extracted. There are two terms used in describing the amount of a nutrient contained; RDA and DV.
RDA or the Recommended Daily Allowance refers to the amount of nutrient recommended for daily intake. Daily value on the other hand describes the labels for supplements. They give the nutrient amount provided by a food in the total daily diet. RDAs are set by Food and Nutrition boards and vary based on gender and age.
Supplements are not without side effects. This may occur if taken with other medications or under certain health conditions. The wrong type or amount consumed may cause you health problems. They are available without prescription in retail outlets near you. The content is not analyzed by any authority and their labeling information is solely by the manufacturer.
Supplements do not replace the role of a balanced diet in your life and should be taken when necessary only. Do not take them if the diet you are on contains the required RDA of a certain nutrient because if taken in big proportions they could harm you.
Talk to your doctor before starting a supplement regime. They will need to advise on the right medication and dosage for you and whether you actually need it. Take them during the day usually after a meal. It is not advisable to take them when you are hungry especially for the water-soluble ones.
Genetically modified organisms (GMO) result from a laboratory process that combines the DNA of several species to create a superior combination that does not occur in nature. People do not know what the effect of such modifications is but generally regard them as harmful. Hence, most people tend to purchase products that are labeled not genetically modified.
One of the necessities to a properly functioning body is vitamins. They include Vitamin E, K, Niacin, and the Vitamin B group. They are provided into the body by varied sources in different foods. All of them can be provided in the body if the food consumed is balanced. There are instances when they need to be supplemented though.
If the food you eat is not providing all or enough of vitamins and nutrients you may need to supplement them. This is also the case when under certain medical conditions like failure of the body to absorb nutrients or by pregnant or lactating women. They can also be used by people above fifty years of age or women with heavy menses. Supplements only help you to get enough essential nutrients and they do not treat, prevent or cure diseases.
Non GMO supplements are extracted from natural foods or synthetically manufactured. For example, manufacturers may extract Vitamin E from beans or maize. Synthetic vitamins may not be as effective as those that are extracted. There are two terms used in describing the amount of a nutrient contained; RDA and DV.
RDA or the Recommended Daily Allowance refers to the amount of nutrient recommended for daily intake. Daily value on the other hand describes the labels for supplements. They give the nutrient amount provided by a food in the total daily diet. RDAs are set by Food and Nutrition boards and vary based on gender and age.
Supplements are not without side effects. This may occur if taken with other medications or under certain health conditions. The wrong type or amount consumed may cause you health problems. They are available without prescription in retail outlets near you. The content is not analyzed by any authority and their labeling information is solely by the manufacturer.
Supplements do not replace the role of a balanced diet in your life and should be taken when necessary only. Do not take them if the diet you are on contains the required RDA of a certain nutrient because if taken in big proportions they could harm you.
Talk to your doctor before starting a supplement regime. They will need to advise on the right medication and dosage for you and whether you actually need it. Take them during the day usually after a meal. It is not advisable to take them when you are hungry especially for the water-soluble ones.
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