Mineral Supplements

Question: Would I be able to buy vitamin and mineral supplements at my age? I'm 14. Would I be able to go to, let's say, Shoppers Drug Mart, and purchase vitamin and mineral supplements at my age?

Answer: eat flintstones. =) you're too young for supplements. eat right and stay healthy. be cool, stay in school. and don't do drugs. because learning is half the battle.

Question: Is it healthy to fast as long as I am taking vitamin and mineral supplements at the same time? I can't afford to buy my fruits and vegetables and other diet foods, so would it be OK if I just don't eat anything, as long as I take vitamin, protein, and other mineral supplements to stay healthy?

Answer: no its not healthy and not only will you lose weight, you will lose your good weight (muscle not fat) then you will really look like shit and have even more problems later trying to lose weight since your body isn't naturally burning fat since the muscle is all gone, do it right stop looking for shortcuts

Question: If drinking only pure distilled water (by reverse osmosis) are there any mineral supplements I need to take? If drinking pure distilled water (by reverse osmosis) are there any mineral supplements I need to take to prevent deficiency?

Answer: No. You will get all your vitamin and mineral requirements from a well balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains. ====================== EDIT. Just a comment for Sawyers mom. Yes, water has minerals in it for a reason...the reason is that it is filtered through different kinds of rocks and substrates on it's way to the source we use for drinking. Depending on where in the country you live, and where your water supply comes from , the mineral content will vary considerably. There is no inherent health benefit in water that has more minerals vs water that has fewer minerals. It is water itself...H20..that the body requires.

Question: Why do my mineral/vitamin supplements state "take a few hours before or after other medication"? And by other medication, does that include other vitamin/mineral supplements? I know my aunt takes like five at once. What if I wanted to take a multi-vitamin/mineral supplement but an additional calcium one? Thanks in advanced!

Answer: This warning is intended to reduce the possibility of a clash with prescription medication. In most cases mixing natural medication or mixing vitamins/minerals is OK.

Question: Which of the following vitamin-mineral supplements need NOT be prescribed for an infant when breastfed beyond? Im stumped on this question and need help does anyone have a clue? Which of the following vitamin-mineral supplements need NOT be prescribed for an infant when breastfed beyond 6 months of age? A) IRON B) Flouride C) Vitamin D D) Vitamin E

Answer: Where is the "all the above"? None of them are necessary unless baby is showing signs of deficiency. But I would guess that most Drs (who are completely ignorant about lactation and the dietary needs of a breastfeeding child) would say D.

Question: can you replace eating vegetables with taking multivitamin and mineral supplements? and if you get fibre form oats and stuff. what do you need vegetables for if your gettin all the vitamins and minerals from supplements?

Answer: No, there is something about vitamins and trace elements in foods that make them different from pills. You need a balanced diet.

Question: Are vitamin/mineral supplements an effective way to help prevent chronic disease? 2) Should antioxidant supplements be promoted to the elderly by their health care provider? I need opinions for a paper i am writing in nutrition.

Answer: they certainly would help. the body starts to break down age you age. quite often a chronic disease may strike that an older body can,t deal with. not everyone will take nutritional supplements. antioxidants may interfere with meds that many of the elderly are probably taking.

Question: How long does it take for mineral supplements to work? It seems like my magnesium supplements are making me feel better within just one day. Is that possible?

Answer: Yes thats all it takes. Minerals are absorbed and go to work within hours.

Question: Can one have an allergic reaction to vitamin and mineral supplements? Back in March, I had begun taking zinc supplements. After a couple of weeks, I began getting rashes over my arms. At first, I thought the root of the problem was bed bugs. I got topical medication for my rashes and it worked. I discontinued my zinc supplement intake. I recently began taking zinc again, and sure enough, my skin began to itch and get rashes. How is this possible?

Answer: Certainly you can be allergic to zinc. I have a friend who has the same exact problem. Either stay away from it or look for a health kinesiologist in your area who may be able to help you with this. If you don't know what that is, feel free to visit my blog at obviousowen.wordpress.com where I have a posting explaining it.

Question: Usually does taking Vitamin/mineral/herbal supplements all at the same time conflict with each other? If I take vitamin/herbal/mineral supplements all together will it mess up what each individual supplements intended for?Like the chemistry of it?For example if I take Valerian root to help me fall asleep and say calcium supplements or fish oil...or anything, can the others effect the Valerian to not work?

Answer: Vitamins provide basic building tools for cell physiology. Herbs provide nutrition plus additional phytochemicals which may, on rare occasions, accelerate the consumption of certain nutrients or slow their consumption.

Question: If I'm taking an anti-anxiety med, can I take these dietary/mineral supplements? Hi, I am on the anti anxiety med Buspar and wanted to know if I can take dietary/mineral supplements such as fish oil or CLA. Will there be any negative side effects if I do?

Answer: Yes, it is OK! BuSpar has short half life-only 2-3 hrs. No negative side effects at all! If you don't feel safe, just don't take them together!

Question: What are the most important Vitamins and Mineral Supplements? What are they used for and how many grams/mg should be taken each day.

Answer: I use a multivitamin, this will cover most of all your bases. Depending on what you are trying to do an amino acid supplement is a nice addition. You can waste allot of money by getting individual bottles for all different kinds of vitamins and you will probably get more then you need. All of the extra you will most likely urinate out of your system.

Question: Vitamins and mineral supplements - why does my stomach react against them? They make me feel sick and I almost throw the pills back up. Why is this and what can I do? I need to take supplements but wonder - is there any make that is for sensitive stomachs? All the pills are huge and smell like old sawdust which doesn't help. They also give me HEADACHES I am not looking to lose weight you guys - just taking them to be healthy

Answer: Get something else, like maybe the gumball vitamins they make for children to make it easier for them to take their vitamins. They are acually good!!

Question: What are some daily vitamin/mineral supplements I need, as a vegetarian to stay healthy? How many times a day/week do I need it? Also I heard vegetarians need vitamin B-12. Is this true? I'm not sure how often I'm supposed to have it either. Help!

Answer: If your eating a balanced diet you don't need any suppliments, but a one-a-day never killed anyone. This website, run by the Mayo Clinic and has a copy of the vegetarian food pyramid on it. Use it when planing your meals. Vegetarian diet: How to get the best nutrition http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/vegetarian-diet/HQ01596 If you include dairy and or eggs in your diet you don't need to worry about Vitamin 12, but if you don't this info. sheet will help - Vegetarian Society Info. Sheet - Vitamin B12 http://www.vegsoc.org/info/b12.html

Question: Is eating only amino acid,vitamin and mineral supplements better than eating organic diet? Why shouldn't be eating everything from supplements instead of whole foods? Is there research on this?

Answer: organic diet will better and health http://www.best-diet-food.com

Question: What are the best vitamins and mineral supplements for Hypothyroidism? Are suprmarket multivitamins like swisse and multicenrum just fine ? or they just don't do?

Answer: As you said it is true that vitamins and minerals support health and also the function of all body parts. Many foods contain the minerals, vitamins (specifically vitamins C and A) and other nutrients essential to achieving proper thyroid function. These include broccoli, kale, peaches, spinach, cauliflower, cabbage, sprouts, figs, olive oil, rice, bran, rye and most dark green vegetables. Try to avoid dairy products, and, of course, avoid use of alcohol, caffeine and any drugs. Switch to sea salt to season your food. Hopefully above information will help you. For details;