Does taking calcium, and vitamin D along with other Vitamins for males?

Question by Nevid: Does taking calcium, and vitamin D along with other Vitamins for males?
Does taking calcium, and vitamin D along with other Vitamins for males Daily at the age of 19 help me get the most growth possible that is left for me to grow?


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Answer by HUMBLE
Yes

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How does vitamin c strengthen the immune sistem what exactly does it do? provide energy or back it up?

Question by Pastor Hoe: How does vitamin c strengthen the immune sistem what exactly does it do? provide energy or back it up?



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Answer by !BASH!
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that has a number of biological functions.

Acting as an antioxidant, one of vitamin C important functions is to protect LDL cholesterol from oxidative damage. (Only when LDL is damaged does cholesterol appear to lead to heart disease, and vitamin C may be one of the most important antioxidant protectors of LDL.)1 Vitamin C may also protect against heart disease by reducing the stiffness of arteries and the tendency of platelets to clump together.

The antioxidant properties of vitamin C are thought to protect smokers, as well as people exposed to secondhand smoke, from the harmful effects of free radicals. A controlled trial demonstrated the ability of 3 grams of vitamin C, taken by nonsmokers two hours prior to being exposed to cigarette smoke, to reduce the free radical damage and LDL cholesterol oxidation associated with exposure to cigarette smoke. The smoke-induced decline in total antioxidant defense was also diminished. These beneficial effects were not observed in nonsmokers under normal conditions (no free radical exposure).

Vitamin C is needed to make collagen, the "glue" that strengthens many parts of the body, such as muscles and blood vessels. Vitamin C also plays important roles in wound healing and as a natural antihistamine. This vitamin also aids in the formation of liver bile and helps to fight viruses and to detoxify alcohol and other substances.

Recently, researchers have shown that vitamin C improves nitric oxide activity.

Nitric oxide is needed for the dilation of blood vessels, potentially important in lowering blood pressure and preventing spasms of arteries in the heart that might otherwise lead to heart attacks. Vitamin C has reversed dysfunction of cells lining blood vessels.

The normalization of the functioning of these cells may be linked to prevention of heart disease.

Evidence indicates that vitamin C levels in the eye decrease with age and that supplementing with vitamin C prevents this decrease, possibly leading to a lower risk of developing cataracts.8 9 Healthy people have been reported in some, but not all, studies to be more likely to take vitamin C and vitamin E supplements than are people with cataracts.

Vitamin C has been reported to reduce activity of the enzyme, aldose reductase, in people. Aldose reductase is the enzyme responsible for accumulation of sorbitol in eyes, nerves, and kidneys of people with diabetes. This accumulation is believed to be responsible for deterioration of these parts of the body associated with diabetes. Therefore, interference with the activity of aldose reductase theoretically helps protect people with diabetes.

Vitamin C may help protect the body against accumulation or retention of the toxic mineral, lead. In one preliminary study, people with higher blood levels of vitamin C had much lower risk of having excessive blood levels of lead.13 In a controlled trial, male smokers with moderate to high levels of lead received supplements of 1,000 mg per day of vitamin C, 200 mg per day of vitamin C, or a placebo.14 Only those people taking 1,000 mg per day of vitamin C experienced a drop in the blood lead levels, but the reduction in this group was dramatic.

People with recurrent boils (furunculosis) may have defects in white blood cell function that are correctable with vitamin C supplementation. A preliminary study of people with recurrent boils and defective white blood cell function, found that 1 gram of vitamin C taken daily for four to six weeks, resulted in normalization of white blood cell function . Ten of twelve people receiving vitamin C became symptom-free within one month and remained so for periods of one to three years without additional supplementation. The other two people required long-term vitamin C supplementation to prevent recurrences.

A double-blind trial found that 500 mg of vitamin C per day for one year reduced the risk of developing reflex sympathetic dystrophy (a painful nerve condition of the extremities), after a wrist fracture.

In a small, preliminary trial, vitamin C (500 mg twice daily) combined with rutoside (500 mg twice daily), a derivative of the flavonoid, rutin, produced marked improvement in three women with progressive pigmented purpura (PPP), a mild skin condition. Although not a serious medical condition, cosmetic concerns lead people with PPP to seek treatment with a variety of drugs. The vitamin C/rutoside combination represents a promising, non-toxic alternative to these drug treatments, but larger, controlled trials are needed to confirm these preliminary results.

Where is Vitamin C found?

Broccoli, red peppers, currants, Brussels sprouts, parsley, potatoes, citrus fruit, and strawberries are good sources of vitamin C.

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Which vitamin is beneficial for hair and what is function of vitamin C?

Question by Hussainy Waqar: Which vitamin is beneficial for hair and what is function of vitamin C?



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Answer by Candi
vitamin e is good for hair

vitamin c is to maintain bones, blood vessels, and skin

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As a tennis player recovering from tendinitis, what sort of vitamin supplements should I be taking?

Question by icantgetenoughconan: As a tennis player recovering from tendinitis, what sort of vitamin supplements should I be taking?
Last fall, I played a little too much tennis and developed tendinitis in my right wrist and began to see a slight hint of tennis elbow, but fortunatley stopped and immobilized my arm before anything permanent could set in. Now that spring is coming, I'm going to start playing tennis a lot and I'm wondering what sort of vitamins and/or excersizes and/or anything I can do to keep my arms and joint strong and healthy. I currently take a normal multivitamin, a omega-3 complex and a glucosamine/chondroitin complex. Is there anything else I can be taking to strengthen tendins/muscles/connective tissue/bones? Also, what sort of excersizes, workouts or warm ups can you reccomend for me?


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Answer by @n$
Nutrition

A diet emphasizing raw fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds is rich in the vitamins and nutrients that promote healing. Yellow vegetables and fruits such as carrots and cantaloupe are good sources of vitamin A, which is needed for collagen synthesis. Citrus fruits and dark blue fruits such as blueberries provide vitamin C and bioflavonoids to speed healing. Include a generous portion of wheat germ in your morning muesli. As the best food source of vitamin E, it destroys the harmful free radicals released during an inflammation. Add pumpkin seeds for zinc, which acts synergistically with vitamin E. The spices turmeric and cumin are known for their anti-inflammatory action. Pineapples contain the enzyme bromelain, which helps reduce pain and swelling.

Using unrefined, cold-pressed flax seed oil daily on salads or baked potatoes, mixed into rice, pasta or vegetable dishes after cooking, or incorporated into any dishes which do not require heating to high temperatures will help reduce the pain of tendinitis. Unrefined, cold-pressed flax seed oil contains the essential fatty acids omega-3 alpha-linolenic and omega-6 linoleic acid which the body converts into anti-inflammatory hormone-like substances called prostaglandins.

Nutritional Supplements

Nutritional supplements are used to reduce inflammation and encourage healing. Vitamin C with bioflavonoids is important for repairing connective tissue and collagen after an injury; it also reduces inflammation. Evening primrose oil supplies gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), a building block for the anti-inflammatory prostaglandins. If the inflammation is acute and painful, the enzyme bromelain taken between meals acts as a strong anti-inflammatory, reducing swelling and pain after an injury. Vitamins E and A help to repair connective tissue and cells. Vitamins A, C and E are antioxidants; they stop injury-induced free-radical damage to cells. Vitamin E further prevents internal *scarring.

Glucosamine supplements, combined with proper diet and vitamins, can rebuild damaged cartilage without producing side-effects. As an anti-inflammatory agent and painkiller, it is effective for long-term treatment of chronic illnesses. Most patients experience relief after taking glucosamine for six weeks.

A healthy diet can provide all of the nutrients needed for healing, plus supplements.


The eccentric program consists of:

Holding a static stretch for 15 to 30 seconds and repeating three to five times (in my case the infraspinatus).

Perform the eccentric exercise slowly on days one and two, moderately on days three to five, and fast on days six and seven. Then increase the resistance (never more than five pounds for the cuff muscles). Three sets of repetition.

Stretch statically as in #1.

Ice for five to 10 minutes to decrease swelling and pain.

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is it safe to take more then one kind of vitamin a day?

Question by Erin: is it safe to take more then one kind of vitamin a day?
I already take woman's one a day vitamins but I want to take a skin hair and nail vitamin, would it be safe to take woman's one a day and Spring Valley Hair, Skin & Nails Collagen Support at the same time.

Thanks
i don't have any kind of condition, I just want healthier hair skin and nails my nails break kind of easy so i want stronger nails and who doesn't want nicer skin and hair


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Answer by Fritz
Do you have a really bad condition? I hope not and if you do then I'm sorry. You can benefit from well balanced meals. Reading about vitamins, supplements and other stuff can make you paranoid. Ask your doctor to test your blood for deficiencies.

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What is the best vitamin e oil? Does it really work as well as people say it does?

Question by Technicolor Girl: What is the best vitamin e oil? Does it really work as well as people say it does?
I had a lot of questions about reducing/lightening some acne scars and a few stretch marks. All the answers pointed to vitamin e oil or cocoa butter or even both (also strivectin but you have to apply that 3 times a day and it's costly). I was wondering what brands might work best and where to get them? Any tips on how often to apply or other tricks you might have would be great too. Thanks!


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Answer by naughty_mattress_monkey
I have used 400 IU's of vitamin E. Break apart the gel caplet and smear it on at bed time. It does take time to work depending upon the elastisty of your skin. If you are older and the elastisity has "gone away" so to speak, there is not anything short of surgery that will work.

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How long does vitamin E cream take to heal scars?

Question by b e r r y: How long does vitamin E cream take to heal scars?
I bought Vitamin E cream and it says it contains the effective emollients Vitamin E,Aloe Vera,Wheat Germ,Sunflower Seed Oil,Collagen and Elastin.Would this help heal an acne scar?If so how often should I apply the cream to the scar and how long will it take to heal?


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Answer by Fleur
a few months. (1 -3 months) depending on the type of scar.

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Why should vitamin c be taken after myofascial release?

Question by Trina: Why should vitamin c be taken after myofascial release?
I heard that after having a myofascial release treatment done that a person should take vitamin c. Why should you do this? What does it do for the body?


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Answer by Brad Sevey
vitamin c boosts the immune system

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Should I take Vitamin C 500 mg tablets to promote hair growth and healthier skin?

Question by notatease: Should I take Vitamin C 500 mg tablets to promote hair growth and healthier skin?
I'm pretty sure I take enough Vitamin C everyday, but I really want to stimulate hair growth and healthier looking skin. What vitamins can I take for that? Also, does Vitamin C promote hair growth everywhere or just on my head?


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Answer by Kara Marie
Try biotin. It's for healthy skin hair and nails

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Significance of Vitamin C supplement to the immune system?

Question by Terrance T: Significance of Vitamin C supplement to the immune system?
Does Vitamin C (specifically synthetic drug supplement of Vitamin C) provide any significant role in boosting the body daily immune system? Does any of those Vitamin C supplements really boost the body immune system compared to natural sources alone?


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Answer by Zhuzza
It's known that vitamin C is consumed during immune response, but it's not clear what roles does it play other than as an anti-histaminic (which means it tends to modulate allergy and inflammatory response).
The main known use of vitamin C in human body is collagen production: Vitamin C is a co-factor of the enzyme lysil oxydase necessary to create cross-link between collagen chains. In absence of vitamin C collagen becomes frail, especially in locations where collagen is replaced steadily (ex blood vessels, cartilage, skin, gums) causing the scurvy. That's where vitamin C gets its name (Ascorbic Acid means acid that prevents scurvy from a- negative suffix and scorbutus which is latin for scurvy).
It's also an anti-oxydant which prevents the formation of free radicals and as such helping prevent dna damage; and it is implicated in biosynthesis and metabolism of other substances like carnitine (a cytosol - mithocondrion fatty acid shuttle) and thyrosine (an amminoacid).
Withouth further studies, it's hard to say if an extra-uptake of vitamin C is beneficial, ininfluent or even dangerous, though the latter is pretty remote considering that it's water soluble and thus easily expelled by the body.

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Which fruit or vitamin is good for facial health?

Question by Extermation: Which fruit or vitamin is good for facial health?
Clears pimples, bacteria and acne.


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Answer by Hiphop&RocknRoll
Fish Oil Supplements

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what food or vitamin is best for your skin?

Question by spunky_mom24: what food or vitamin is best for your skin?
all these face products out there are so expensive and I am shoving out 40.00 dollars a month to a product that somewhat woorks but I need some good nutrients on the inside as well. I take centrum but is there any specific food or drink?


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Answer by ahmednabil616
vitamin A,E,C and B complex are very good for a healthy skin

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