How to Know if You Need Vitamin SupplementsWritten by Jeff Matson
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Treatment: Take a vitamin B-6 supplement, but make sure not to take doses of more than 500mg per day without a Doctor's recommendation. Am I on a Diet? If you are on a low-carb, low-fat or any form of diet you are probably not receiving vitamins necessary for healthy living. Individuals on diets very rarely eat foods from all major food groups and if they do, they usually do not eat required amounts. Treatment: Depending on type of diet and foods you eat, you may require a multi-vitamin supplement or specific supplements of Vitamin A, B, C, D, E or K. Answering yes to any of questions above does not necessarily mean that vitamin or mineral supplements are crucial to healthy living. The situations listed above are merely a guideline to help individuals who already feel as though they are lacking vitamins and minerals in their diets. It is important to remember that vitamin supplements are meant to accompany food and are in no way meant as a replacement for a healthy diet. Health-related information changes frequently, and while every attempt has been made to ensure content in this article is up to date and accurate, you should always check with a doctor or nutritional expert before undertaking any substantial change in diet or lifestyle.
Jeff Matson is an avid health enthusiast who owned and operated his own natural health food store. Now retired, Jeff spends his time keeping fit, and writing articles as a contributing editor for http://www.vitamin-insight.com - a site that offers information on vitamins like Vitamin C and other vitamin supplements.
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A cyst is a sac-like lesion containing white blood cells, dead cells, and bacteria. It may be severely inflamed and painful, extending into deeper layers of skin and can result in scarring. Who gets acne? Acne affects teenagers mostly; however it can occur in adults of all age groups also. Acne starts between ages of ten and thirteen and usually lasts for five to ten years. It normally goes away on its own in early twenties but can stretch into late twenties or thirties or even beyond. Some people get acne for first time as adults. The treatment of acne is not difficult at all. Following a clear regimen helps considerably. Gentle cleansing plus plenty of 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide gives a clear skin as Benzoyl peroxide kills acne bacteria well. A little itchiness after an application is quite normal, and some people also experience redness of skin for initial couple of weeks. However, this will definitely get better because it will cure acne and prevent any new outbreaks.
Lana Hampton is the webmaster of www.theacnecenter.com. Visit her site today for the latest acne information, treatments and product reviews.
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