Articles directory

Dietary Supplements Articles

Browse public articles for Dietary Supplements.

Topic overview

Official Guide opening

Dietary Supplements is open for one reviewed lead Guide.

Learn about the opening

Search all public Dietary Supplements content. Filters and sorting do not require an account.

Dietary Supplements

1,276 articles in Dietary Supplements

Search or sort the general results below.

SortRecommendedRecentPopularRated
Article
By Mayukhi Chakravarty
Holy Basil Herb As a Medicine and Tulsi benefits

Known as the queen of herbs, Holy Basil is renowned for its spiritual and religious significance and has at the same time carved a niche for itself in the traditional Indian system of medicine. Regarded as the ‘Elixir of Life’, Tulsi is known to promote longevity and sound health. An ancient herb with diverse healing properties, Holy Basil is believed to be an adaptogen which balances and tones the energetic ‘Chakra’ system of the human body. Primarily used in herbal

1,285 views
Read article →
Article
Do bacon sandwiches make you depressed?

Depression is one of those things that people don't really talk about, and even when they do, it's often obvious they don't really understand it (even if they have experienced it themselves). nnThe misunderstanding arises because of a problem with the English language. We use metaphors and similes without even thinking about it, which then pass into the language and you end up with the same word having two different meanings. Depression is one example of this. People say they

1,284 views
Read article →
Article
By Ed Mayhew
Are You One of the Great Majority of People Who Are Vitamin D Deficient?

rnAccording to recent studies, most people are not getting the amount of vitamin D needed for optimal health for the long haul. More specifically, researcher Michael Holick, MD, PhD, of Boston University Medical Center found that 64% of the 100 adults he recruited for his study (see June 2010 American Journal of Clinical Nutrition) were vitamin D deficient. Another study, this one out of Wake Forest University, determined that of the 2,788 generally healthy adults, average ag

1,283 views
Read article →
Article
Attainable Solutions for Child Obesity

One of the major issues of this generation is childhood obesity. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that 12.5 million children and adolescents between the ages of 2-19 are obese in the United States; this number being tripled since 1980. These child obesity rates are alarming! This is not only a problem in the United States but it is now a worldwide epidemic.

1,283 views
Read article →
Article
Learn About Safe Fish to Eat

Is today’s fish safe to eat? The question shouldn’t be if you should eat fish, the question should be how much? Seafood is a key source of heart-healthy, lean protein, of which everyone should consume two servings a week. Not only is most seafood low in fat, it is high in protein. The varieties that are higher in fat contain heart healthy fats that are actually good for you. These fats are called omega-3 fatty acids and have been shown to reduce the risk of heart attack by 36% and lessen depression in adults, and may also play a crucial role in infant’s brain development.

1,283 views
Read article →
Article
The Good and Bad in Blood Cholesterol

A subliminal health risk can surface without us even know it. This risk revolves around our diet and if we aren't careful it could cost us our life. A major factor in what we eat centers around cholesterol, which can play a major factor in getting heart disease. What exactly is cholesterol? Is it all bad for us? If it is not, then what good is there in it for us?

1,283 views
Read article →
Article
Is Cardio or Resistance Exercise Better for Health?

It can be difficult to determine if your workout is sufficient to meet your health and weight loss goals. For many people, just making the effort to exercise for 20 minutes several days a week is good enough to provide them with basic fitness benefits. Others need a more rigorous aerobic training session to peak their heart rate and boost overall health. Establish Your Training Goal

1,282 views
Read article →
Article
Take Control Of The Wine List

Imagine this—you are seated at an upscale restaurant with one of your best clients and then handed a wine list thicker than a college textbook. You want to pick out the “perfect” wine to impress your client but everything looks like it is written in a foreign language. After only a few minutes the server asks if you have made your selection, so you decide to order the most familiar thing on the menu. You are not sure your selection will coordinate with your meals, and it cost

1,282 views
Read article →
Article
By Marcus J. Michael
5 Facts About Fat Burners

Though it may not be exaggerating the facts to state that fat burners are in all likelihood the most widely used weight loss pills today, nonetheless it is very important to call to mind that there are certain misunderstandings regarding their overall weight reduction efficacy and safety. Much of the disparagements about fat burners has to some degree been created as a consequence of the lack of awareness concerning the actual function of these weight loss drugs in a holistic

1,280 views
Read article →
Article
Prevent Diabetes Naturally

Diabetes continues to grow at a staggering rate with 1.6 million new cases being diagnosed each year in the US. The American Diabetes Association estimates that more than 25 million children and adults are either pre-diabetic, or have progressed to the most devastating mature form of the disease. Emerging evidence now clearly demonstrates that this insidious disease can be prevented and controlled with a diet naturally high in green leafy vegetables. Diabetes Caused by Poor Diet and Lifestyle

1,277 views
Read article →
Article
Low Carb Plant Diet Assists Weight Loss

All low carb diets are not created equal. Many people understand the importance of losing weight to improve health markers and lower risk from heart disease, diabetes, stroke and cancer, but the type of diet they choose is just as important as the weight loss itself. There's no shortage of diet plans and pills which promise to trim excess pounds quickly and efficiently. But at what cost to your health? Low Carb, Animal Protein Diet Increases Disease Risk

1,276 views
Read article →
Article
By Jennifer Fox
Why Try a Detox Diet?

Detoxification Diets, based on a strict intake of raw juice products, are recommended for cleansing once every season since the symptoms of a toxic system are serious, and quietly debilitating. Cleansing encourages those toxins to leave the body, which can breathe new life into cells and rejuvenate every system in the body. Detox diets, based on six servings of raw juice per day, should be conducted for three days at the beginning of each season and then again once a month, o

1,273 views
Read article →
Article
By Israel Jayakaran
An Extraordinary Medicinal Plant from India

Medical doctors and Allopathic medicines for various kinds of diseases came into existence, as we know of now, just about some 300 - 400 years back, according to my knowledge. What did people do in the earlier period when they fell ill? All kinds of illnesses had been attacking the human beings ever since the first man and woman were created. One would ask, why didn’t God introduce physicians among them to care for their health? No, no my friend. God hadn’t forgotten the

1,271 views
Read article →
Article
What is Vitamin E for? - A Quick Reference Guide

There are so many underlying factors that surround us and threaten our health. Thankfully, there are natural supplements that are available to help cleanse our body of any impurities. One such vitamin that is very effective and needed on a daily basis is vitami E. What is vitami E for? What can it remedy? The following list will prove to be a very useful reference guide. Air Pollution

1,268 views
Read article →
Article
Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms

Diabetes mellitus is one among the most common non communicable diseases that has taken on global epidemic-like proportions. Globally it affects 6% of total population. It is found to be more common among elderly, but even the younger population is now at risk, thanks to the current unhealthy lifestyles. It is an endocrine disorder that develops either due to inability of the pancreas to produce adequate Insulin or the body cannot utilize the insulin appropriately thus accounting for two types namely Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes.

1,267 views
Read article →
Article
By Peter Stason
Acai ORAC - What Is It and Why Is It So Important

In this article we are going to cover a crucial topic when it comes to Acai. Before you will be able to fully understand how valuable fruit Acai Berry is, I have to explain to you what is ORAC and how it affects you. You probably have heard a lot about free radicals, antioxidants etc., but not so many people can honestly say they know what exactly is it all about. This is what I will try to do in this article, but don't worry I will try to keep it as "not scientific" as possi

1,266 views
Read article →
Article
By Fayaz wassan
Hydrate and alkalize your body with 7.2 HydroFX for water

Drinking Water Proper hydration with alkaline water plays a important role in your fitness and properly-being. while we think of increasing the high-quality of our drinking water, we obviously consider a water filter out consisting of a HydroFX for Water. These available and lower priced filters cross a long way toward making our drinking water more useful and healthy. however in case you are looking for lifestyle, physically-fitness, power-boosting, Recover energy, hydratin

1,265 views
Read article →
Article
By Sean O'Loughlin
Why Neglecting Your Stomach Digestive System Can Cost You Your Health

The stomach and digestive system is often called the gateway to the body. This is a very good description because the digestive tract really is your internal skin. It is your first line of defence you have from the outside world. You’re Digestive System The digestive tract is over 10 metres in length and it begins at the mouth and ends at the anus. This long tubular organ is responsible for many essential functions of the body and the most important is your digestive system

1,265 views
Read article →
Article
By Veronica Rose
Best fat burners for women

The majority of dieters heard about Phen375 best fat burner. This great tablet can carry out much for you, it can keep your dieting work, maintain your metabolism or enhance your fat burning. It is well known that nowadays we have numerous slimming capsules; nevertheless, barely few of them can offer you genuine benefits. Phen375 fat burner is one of those pills that can really make person drop the weight especially if he/she is quite a obese person. Among all fat burners tha

1,264 views
Read article →
Article
Melatonin Fights Cancer, Dementia and Premature Aging

Free radical production plays a pivotal role in the development of systemic inflammation that fuels the aging process. Free radicals are formed as a result of essential metabolic processes such as breathing, walking and eating. Over the course of decades, these molecules damage sensitive cellular structures and can threaten the integrity of our genetic architecture.

1,264 views
Read article →
Article
Eat More and Weigh Less

Many people beginning a new weight loss program believe they need to dramatically restrict calories to lose weight, a big mistake which will ultimately result in failure. The body is very sensitive to the amount of food and calories you eat on a daily basis, and will kick into survival mode if you limit calories too severely. Instead of making large changes in the amount of food you consume, try changing the types of food you eat. You’ll reach your weight goal faster and never feel hungry along the way. Fresh Vegetables and Fruits are the Key to Weight Loss Success

1,260 views
Read article →
Article
By Vincent Lee Alston
Creatin – Secrets Revealed!

Creatin is the term used by the bodybuilding circuit when speaking about Creatine. It has been found to be a very effective supplement to enhance performance. For as many as 8 percent of those who use this supplement it has been proven that nitrogenous organic acid helps to improve muscle mass, strength and size. You might say that this supplement has lived up to all the hype that surrounds it. You might be interested in knowing that creatin can be used for other purposes bes

1,259 views
Read article →
Article
Learn about Antioxidants

Antioxidants It is a commonly known fact that plant foods like fruits and vegetables, and whole grains include many components that are beneficial to the human body and overall good health. One of the most common components found in these specific food groups are antioxidants. Antioxidants are naturally occurring compounds that are found throughout nature that neutralize damaging agents called free radicals.

1,259 views
Read article →
Article
This Is How To Stay Healthy

Hey all, I hope this entry finds you well and healthy. In this article I would like to discuss ways to keep your immune system strong and to keep illness and sickness at bay. Let's face it, if you are sick you cannot train, and if you cannot train, you cannot reach your goals. First, let's discuss the aspects that are important in maintaining a healthy immune system. Sleep is obviously number one on my list to keep your immune system strong. In a perfect world we would all g

1,257 views
Read article →
Article
Lowering Triglycerides Assists Weight Loss, Slashes Disease Risk

Triglycerides are a type of blood fat which have evolved as an essential means of transporting and storing energy for use at times when food is scarce. This served us well during our evolutionary past when the next meal could be several days away. Today, high triglycerides are associated with increased risk for coronary artery disease, diabetes and can lead to obesity when not properly controlled. Naturally lowering triglycerides can reverse the damaging effects caused by decades of dietary abuse. High Triglycerides Trigger Metabolic Dysfunction and Disease Risk

1,255 views
Read article →
Article
Ephedra Weight Loss Products

Bathing suit season is back and it’s time to whip your body into shape! No more jiggly arms, flabby stomachs and saggy butts. If you want to look your absolute best while lounging at the pool or getting bronzed at the beach, you need to optimize your metabolism and turn your body into a calorie-bu ing furnace! Ephedra weight loss products will give you the affordable advantage you’ve been looking for. Ephedra from the Ma Huang plant was originally brewed as a tea and has been used by the Chinese for over 2000 years as a treatment for asthma, colds, flu, wheezing, and edema.

1,254 views
Read article →
Article
By Hitesh Gulati
Acid Reflux Throat- Free Beneficial Info For Acid Reflux In Babies

An acidic backwash could cause many problems and many folks do not realise there is essentially a robust connection between snoring and acidic reflux. Snoring is only one problem that can be due to an acid reflux and can be an indication that an issue with acidic burn is happening. If you're searching for info related to acid reflux throat or any other like wedge pillow acid reflux,food and drug administration, constant burping ortime line of discovery of solar sysytem you ha

1,252 views
Read article →
Article
By Vitasave
What are the few natural remedies to stay healthy?

A person can be healthy after consuming healthy foods, beverages. However, that cannot be enough to maintain his or her health along with energy. For general people who work in an office or other public spheres the amount of foods they consume may be enough but for sportsperson or for athletes this amount of mere food is not enough. That is why they need certain types of supplements or energy drinks. As they need power or energy to practice, to increase the ability of perform

1,249 views
Read article →
Article
Hemp Oil for Health

Hemp oil is a very healthy oil that has been pressed from hemp seed. Sometimes, refined hemp oil is used in body care products, and industrial hemp oil is often used in lubricants and paint, etc. Hemp seed oil is a good choice for cooking and for salads, since it is a very healthy oil. It has a high nutritional value and a very good ratio of Omega-6 and Omega-3 essential fatty acids. When hemp oil is created for using as a food product, the hemp seeds are cold pressed in an

1,248 views
Read article →
Article
By Alfred Kirkham
Celebrate Every Occasion Throughout the Year with Chocolate Confections

We all know that Valentine's Day is a premier occasion to give chocolates to a loved one. What better way to show your partner how much you care than by presenting her with a big red heart filled with sweet chocolate indulgences. But there are other occasions throughout the year when chocolate makes the perfect gift. Celebrate every month of the year with luscious truffles or other confections that will delight your loved ones and make memorable gifts. Celebrate St. Patrick's

1,247 views
Read article →
Article
Raspberries Help Lower Colon Cancer Risk by 45%

Cognitive decline is unnatural. Millions of aging adults consider an impaired capacity to think, reason and form new memories as the inevitable course of declining health. By accepting brain aging as normal, we condemn our senior years and live in constant fear of whether we will remember our family and friends or retain our personal identity.

1,245 views
Read article →
Article
By SelfGrowth Contributor
6 Ways This Natural Energy Booster Will Help You Transform Your Life

Positive change is never easy. It takes a lot of power to overcome complacency. It takes even more power to fight back against the tendency of the world around us to decay and fall apart. You need energy to overcome these two big forces working against you. But don’t reach for coffee or sugar to pick you up. You’ll only be undermining your vitality over the long run. Instead look for a natural energy booster like the herb, eleuthero. Ancient healers call eleuthero the “

1,242 views
Read article →
Article
By Lonwabo Tsotsobe
Essential Oils for Excellent Grooming Your Health

There are several skin diseases and disorders which can be treated with proper use of essential oils . Since ancient times, we have always heard about the benefits which were showered after smearing of oils. Even essential oils have excellent healing powers. Plants' and trees' vital components which include leaves, flowers, seeds, fruits etc are used to extract oils. All these vital components are slowly squeezed in the laboratory setting to extract maximum benefits out of th

1,242 views
Read article →
Article
By Lonwabo Tsotsobe
Fish Oil and Its Benefits for Health

A lot of people nowadays are habitual of more than 2 supplements intake a day to keep their body healthy. Fish oil is among those products they take to sustain the omega 3 they need for a healthy heart. One should know that supplements such as fish oil should be taken after every meal since the digestive enzymes of the body will be able to metabolize it well when you are full. Fish oil reduces inflammation as there is a lot of inflammation in the body and sometimes we don't k

1,242 views
Read article →
Article
By Sivananda Iyer
Sugar - The Sweet Assassin !

Almost everyone on planet loves “sweet foods” or “dessert”. The sweet taste in these foods comes from sugar. Sugar, or table sugar as we know it, is the white crystalline substance produced by industrial processes (mostly from sugar cane or sugar beets) by refining it down to pure sucrose, after taking away all the vitamins, minerals, proteins, enzymes and other beneficial nutrients. Its true name is sucrose and its chemical formula is C12H22O11. It has 12 carbon atom

1,242 views
Read article →
Article
By Paul Yates
Modern Man And The Barbecue Grill

Two customers have complained today and one of my suppliers just isn’t providing the quality of materials that I need. In short it’s been a rough day “at the office”. I’m a bit down but as soon as I get home my heart lifts. My children greet me and are itching to tell me all about their day and there’s a wonderful smell of cooking coming from the kitchen.nnI give my wife a hug and ask “Hey, what’s cooking?”nnTonight will b

1,238 views
Read article →
Article
By Goran Bogunovic
Synthetic Vitamins: How Much Can They Help You

We live in fast times and we rarely have the opportunity to dedicate ourselves to our well being. We are constantly under stress, minding every minute we spend and making sure we spend it wisely. We do not sleep enough, we do not eat enough and, to make matters worse, we do not eat healthy food. The useful nutrients our ancestors consumed on a daily basis (and which, due to evolutionary processes , our bodies crave and demand us to consume in the same quantities) are rarely a

1,238 views
Read article →
Article
10 Foods That Speed Up Your Metabolism

Looking for foods that speed up your metabolism? Then, continue reading this article and you will find a list of foods that speed up metabolism. But you should know that all foods really help speed up your body's metabolism. However, if you want a higher rate of metabolism, then you should take in foods that are rich in carbohydrates and protein. It is noted that food rich in protein burn as much as 25% of that food's calories when going through the process of digestion and absorption.

1,236 views
Read article →
Article
By Jonathon Greens
Acai Berry - A Natural And Healthy Detox Supplement

Do you know that Acai berry is a 100% natural and organic cleansing diet? Acai berry helps to cleanse and remove harmful toxins and excess fat to keep your body healthy and fit. Acai berry diet supplements are a natural way to improve digestion and boost metabolic activity of the body. Acai berry, a healthy detox supplement is harvested directly from the Brazilian rain forests. The acai berry (http://www.acaiberryboutique.com/berry_info.php) has an incredible number of health

1,235 views
Read article →
Article
Natural Organic Food

I would like to cover every aspect of this topic. In order to keep things short I have only included the major topics detailed as good as possible.nnNatural organic food is not for everyone. There are many circumstances where even the person who might like to go organic and consume only raw organic food and food products will be at a loss as to how to go about this in an economically practicable manner. nnThe ground for this might seem self apparent to some people, but the tr

1,235 views
Read article →
Article
Sleep May be the Key to Successful Weight Loss

Amazing as it may sound, sleep may be the missing link to achieving your weight loss goal. The importance of a good night’s sleep is discounted by many people, yet the impact on overall health and body weight cannot be underestimated. The body performs many critical functions while we sleep that assist our immune response, guide cellular restructuring as well as fat metabolism and weight loss maintenance. Sleep Essential to Burn Fat

1,234 views
Read article →
Article
Weight Loss Tips: Five Essential Steps

Millions of Americans are looking for a weight loss plan which is easy to follow and will deliver results. The problem with most traditional weight loss diets is that they eliminate certain important food groups or require drastic lifestyle changes which can’t be maintained long term. The only weight loss plan which can work allows for flexibility in food choices and is structured for a slow transition to a new dietary lifestyle.

1,233 views
Read article →
Article
Cholesterol is NOT EVIL

I wanted to find out whether it was really bad to have high cholesterol. If you go to the “established” medical community they will say your cholesterol should be below 200. Below are the ranges that are suggested by many doctors: A total cholesterol level of less than 200 mg/dL (5.17 mmol/L) is normal. A total cholesterol level of 200 to 239 mg/dL (5.17 to 6.18 mmol/L) is borderline high. A total cholesterol level greater than or equal to 240 mg/dL (6.21 mmol/L) is high.r

1,228 views
Read article →
Article
Cholesterol and Your Body's Health

Just what is this matter we call cholesterol, anyway? Webster's College Dictionary, 1995 edition, states: "a sterol, abundant in animal fats, brain and nerve tissue, meat and eggs, that functions in the body as a membrane constituent and as a precursor of steroid hormones and bile acids: high levels in the blood are associated with arteriosclerosis and gallstones." nnThat's a mouthful. But without cholesterol the body cannot make the sex hormones, adrenal hormones, and

1,225 views
Read article →
Article
By Ken Myers
The Depressing Fact About Fish Oil Versus Krill Oil

Fish Oil Versus Krill Oil The effects of omega 3 on depression have been studied for many years and the benefits of omega 3 for treating as well as preventing the condition are irrefutable. In study published by the “American College of Neuropsychopharmacolgy” scientists concluded that: “Omega 3 is more effective than placebo in treating depressive illness, although there is some variability in results. We explored whether the composition of the omega-3 administered is

1,225 views
Read article →
Article
Contaminated Fish Oil Supplements Are Not Worth It, So Be Careful When Buying Omega 3 Capsules

In the midst of all the hype surrounding fish oil and Omega 3 fatty acids, it is easy to overlook the possibility of contaminated fish oil supplements. For years, it has been crowned by many as the King of all supplements, it being endowed with numerous health benefits. It is because of the Omega 3 fatty acids that fish oil has earned the title and continues to enjoy royal treatment. Omega 3, it is said, is very abundant in fish, thus fish supplements has always been linked with good heart health and brain development.

1,223 views
Read article →
Article
By Lori MatthewsOfficial Guide
Omega Fatty Acids From Fish Oil Supplements

Fish oil has been proven to be effective in the role of healthy lifestyles. You have probably heard on the news, or read in a magazine about how good fish oil can be for you. But what is it about fish oil and the makeup of fish oil that makes it good for us? What benefits does fish oil have for our bodies? These are some of the things that will be discussed in this article. nnEPA is otherwise known as eicosapentaenoic acid is mostly found in fish oil. EPA is an omega 3 fatty

1,222 views
Read article →
Article
Should I Take Fish Oil Supplements or Not? What Health Benefits Will I Get From Taking It?

Should I take fish oil supplements? I am deeply conce ed about elevated cholesterol levels, and I don't want to come to the point of taking medications. My doctor has suggested eating fish and somebody else recommended fish oil supplements. I conducted a research to find out more about fish oil, and here are a few important things I came across with: What It Is

1,222 views
Read article →
Article
By Daniel Wiggs
The Acai Berry - Not The Safest Method For Healthy Rapid Dieting

The healthy diet trend has taken the globe by storm. Hundreds of products are currently available which draw consumers into fast and drastic successes with virtually no effort in losing weight. One such product is the Acai Berry that is a somewhat uncommon fruit produced from the Acai plant. Like most dietary marketing methods, producers of the Acai claim that their key to speedy and healthy weight reduction is most definitely the right answer in your case. Although the Acai

1,220 views
Read article →

Guide opening

One lead guide opening per topic

Each topic supports one lead guide. SelfGrowth reviews requests, reserves the slot, and publishes the guide when it is ready. Contributor account required to apply; saved lists, personalization, and guide applications require sign-in, but public browsing stays open.

No slot is reserved yet. This topic is still open for applications.
See what Official Guide sponsorship includes

1. Request

Explain why you should lead this guide.

2. Approval

If approved, SelfGrowth reserves the slot and opens the guide workspace.

3. Publish

Once the guide is ready, SelfGrowth publishes it on the topic page.

Your next step

Set up Professional access first

Professional access required

Sign in or create a Professional account, complete contributor review, and publish your expert profile. This prerequisite does not submit an Official Guide application.