I Live Younger January 2018

Thus, supplements are extremely vital these days. Take vitamins regularly to ensure
you are able to keep your immune system going and convert fat into energy.
Vitamins and minerals taken regularly can help your body work the way it’s supposed
to in order to better burn the junk food you consume to stay healthier. Also, taking
a natural multivitamin is one way to make sure you’re getting the essential nutrients.
Since vitamins must be processed and absorbed by the body, you should always be
aware of how vitamins and supplements will react with each other. Calcium, for instance,
makes it more difficult for the body to absorb iron. So avoid any dairy products
or calcium supplements and antacids for 30 minutes after taking your iron supplement.
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BE CAUTIOUS WHEN TAKING
ANY SUPPLEMENTS
You must understand that any over-thecounter
medications you take can sometimes
negatively interact with vitamin
supplements. Some of these interactions
can be life threatening. When you consult
your doctor about medicines, inform them
about your supplement routine as well. Ask
your pharmacist if you have any concerns
about an over-the-counter medication.
Also, when you have gone through menopause,
don’t take prenatal vitamins.
Women sometimes take these supplements,
even if they are not pregnant, to
improve the appearance of their nails
and hair. While this is generally safe, they
are not a good idea for post-menopausal
women since they contain more iron
than necessary.
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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
IF YOU’RE PREGNANT
If you’re pregnant or nursing, consult
with your doctor before taking vitamins.
Vitamins do not seem like they would
cause any harm, but you never know. Don’t
endanger the baby by taking something
inappropriate for this stage of your life.
No matter how you are feeling right now,
tomorrow is always a new day. Use the
right mixture of vitamins to improve your
health. The quicker you do this, the better
your health will be.
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