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Jacqui Brandwynne
Jacqueline Brandwynne started her Very Private® Q&A advice column to help people make their relationships happier and more intimate. The column focuses on dating, relationships, and intimate health. Jacqui also developed doctor recommended Daily Feminine Body Care products for women. For a free sample of the Very Private® Intimate Moisture product call (888) 837-9774. Mail a question to Jacqui: PO Box 491341, Los Angeles, CA 90049, or e-mail: info@veryprivate.com. For intimacy advice and to listen to Jacqui's radio show every Wednesdays visit www.veryprivate.com
Relationships
2008-07-01 15:11:00
Two daily vitamins to take
Answer: Miracle worker one is Omega-3. It includes three fatty acids and is essential for cell health and especially beneficial for those at risk of cardiovascular disease. One of the fatty acids in Omega-3 called EPA is a key player in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. Another, DHA contributes to the development and protection of the brain and nerves. Since our body does not manufacture these fatty acids, it is essential to get our daily intake either through our diet or supplements. Omega-3 can be found in salmon, tuna, mackerel and sardines, also in walnuts, flaxseed, cauliflower, kale or other dark, leafy veggies, or else in supplements. The American Heart Association recommends “eating fish at least twice a week” and states that “a total intake of 1.5 to 3grams per day seems beneficial.” Mayo Clinic scientists state that the most impressive evidence attributed to Omega-3 is in the area of cardiovascular disease. Multiple trials have documented that these nutrients help lower blood pressure and reduce triglycerides and the risk of heart attack. Additionally Omega-3 reduces inflammation and can cut the risk of stroke caused by plaque build up or blood clots. “This compelling data comes from three trials with 32,000 participants. They showed reductions in cardiovascular events of 19 to 45 percent. The findings suggest that intake of Omega-3 fatty acids should be increased either through food or fish oil supplements,” says Cardiologist, Dr. James O’Keefe at Mid America Heart Institute. Another important UCLA study concludes that DHA from Omega-3 protects the brain against the development of Alzheimer’s disease. This fatty acid produces a protein that destroys the beta amyloidal deposits that form plaques in the brains of AD patients and impair mental function. The other miracle worker is Vitamin D which the body makes by being exposed to the sun. Vitamin D has long been credited with protection against various cancers including breast, colon, kidney and ovarian cancer. It helps the body absorb calcium which is beneficial for bone health. A lack of Vitamin D leads to osteoporosis and rickets in children. Vitamin D is created by daily exposure to the full sun on unprotected skin (about 20 minutes, too much sun can be detrimental and is blamed for the increase in skin cancer.) D is also found in foods such as fatty fish, vitamin-D fortified milk or daily supplements. The latest studies identify important evidence; men with low levels of vitamin D have an elevated risk of heart attack. The author of the study, Dr. Edward Giovanucci of the Harvard School of Public Health and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston states that “Men deficient in Vitamin D are about 2 ½ times more likely to have a heart attack than those with higher levels of the vitamin. Moreover, this group being at higher risk for heart attacks in general, they are particularly at high risk to have a fatal attack.” This ten year project involved 454 people ages 40 to 75 that had suffered a nonfatal heart attack or died of heart disease, as well as 900 men with no history of cardiovascular problems. Other studies from Harvard Medical School corroborate these new findings. “Traditionally physicians focused on bone deficiencies associated with a lack of vitamin D,” says Dr. Giovannucci. “More recently vitamin D’s important role in heart health has been documented and should encourage everyone to ensure they have normal vitamin D levels. A simple blood test is all that’s needed, and any deficiency can be remedied by taking vitamin D supplements.” Please take heart!
 
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