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Zinc is a metal and it is known as essential trace element in the Mineral category because very small amounts of zinc are necessary for human health. Zinc is used for treatment in slow growth and acute diarrhea in children, and wound healing.Zinc is also used to boost immune system and treating common cold. Some athletes use zinc to improve athletic performance and strength. Some cosmetics has Zinc, which is also applied to the skin for treating acne, aging skin.
Zinc can be found in vegetarian food such as Soy milk, …
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Omega 3 Fatty Acids have increased HDL cholesterol or also known as “good” cholesterol level and decreased triglycerides- fats in the blood. Supplements which is rich in omega-3 fatty acids also lowers blood pressure in people with hypertension. People with diabetes usually have high triglyceride and low HDL levels, thus Omega 3 Fatty Acids has increased HDL cholesterol.
Omega 3 Fatty Acids can be found in Walnuts, ground flaxseeds, tofu, soybeans, canola, pumpkin seeds and walnut oils.
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Vitamin K helps in the maintenance of normal levels of the blood clotting proteins.
Good sources of vitamin K are leafy green vegetables such as Spinach, Kale and Broccoli. Other vegetable sources such as green beans, asparagus and green peas is a good source of Vitamin K. Dairy products such as Milk and Yoghurt has Vitamin K too.
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Vitamin E aids in formation of red blood cells as well as takes care of the lungs. Vitamin E is also important in wound healing, it helps wound to heal faster. Anti wrinkle and scar free cosmetic products usually has Vitamin E ingredients. Vitamin E products are good to reduce stratch marks in body. Besides using Vitamin E externally, there are vegetables and fruits which contains Vitamin E and can be consumed.
Vitamin E can be found in grains such as wheat and oats. Wheat germ in fortified cereals has good …
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Vitamin C is the most famous Vitamin where everyone have heard or read about. Children loves their Vitamin C because it is usually sweet and Fruit flavoured. Vitamin C is widely found in Citrus Fruits like Oranges. Vitamin C is important in strengthening gums, muscles and healing wounds. The most common illness flu and running nose needs Vitamin C.
Apart from Oranges, Strawberries and Amla has high amount of Vitamin C. Vegetables such as Tomatoes, Brocolli and Cabbage also has Vitamin C.
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Vitamin B is an important supplement for a preganant women which helps in the growth of the baby.Vitamin B helps in making red blood cells that carry oxygen to different parts of the body.
vitamin B is a list of multiple vitamins like B1, B2, B6, B12 and niacin.Vitamin B can be obtained from whole grains such as wheat and oats. Dairy products such as Low fat Milk, Yoghurt and Cheese. Beans such as Soy, Peas and Dhal has high Vitamin B. Leafy Green vegetables such as Spinach and Kale has …
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Vitamin A is important for eyesight and also in maintaining healthy glowing skin. carrot is the famous food for Vitamin A. I guess that is why, Rabbit’s has nice fur.
Vitamin A can be found in fruits such as Orange and Apricots.Vegetables such as Leavy Green vegetables, cantaloupes and spinach has a good supplement of Vitamin A. Milk, Peanut Butter, Palm oil and Sweet Potatoes also has Vitamin A nutrients.
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Calcium is very important for children and pregnant mothers. Deficiency in Calcium can affect growth of children and baby.
Calcium can be found in Low fat or nonfat dairy foods and soy milk.Other calcium foods are such as tofu made with calcium, broccoli,ladies finger, kale, almonds, cashew nut and yoghurt.
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Iron is very important for growth and it is 1 of the important nutrient for pregnant women. Pregnant mothers should take additional supplement of iron for the growth of baby.
Iron can be found in Grains, Rice, Grain Bread, Cereals, Oats, Barley, Nuts, Sunflower seeds, legumes, dried peas and beans, kidney and chick peas, Broccoli and Green vegetables.Dried fruits such as figs, raisins and prunes also has great amount of iron.
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Getting the right amount nutrition such as Vitamins are essential for everyone.
Dairy food such as milk, cheese and yoghurt contains Riboflavin. Legumes like dried peas, beans and lentils too has it. Almonds, Yeast extracts, Fortified breakfast cereals are rich in Riboflavin. Green leafy vegetables such as Broccoli and spinach has its contribution too.
