Magnesium Supplement, Magnesium Hydroxide, Magnesium Oxide

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Magnesium is a mineral that is present in the body. It is necessary for life.

• Used by men and women - magnesium does encourage estrogen production so it should be used sparingly by men. 
• Used for:
• Antacid 
• Laxative
• Heartburn
• Bone Health
• Helping the body digest calcium
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Energy
• Stress
• Migraines
• A base
• Indigestion
• Cleanse
• Detox
• You may overdose on magnesium, and taking magnesium for very long periods of time can have adverse side effects as can the long term usage of any laxative. Magnesium also tends to override other medications or vitamins that you may be taking. A two hour lapse in time should occur between taking magnesium and any other vitamin or medication. 

Resources:

www.wikipedia.com

http://nirc.cas.psu.edu/pdf/ACF6DE.pdf

http://www.webmd.com

http://www.anyvitamins.com

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Zinc

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Zinc is a metal that is necessary for human intake.

• Used by men and women. 
• Used for:
• Bad Breath Toothpaste
• Diaper Rash Creme
• Antioxidant
• Healing Process
• Colds
• Antimicrobial
• Gastroenteritis
• Ear Infections
• Eye Disease
• Lower Respiratory Infections
• Malaria
• Parasitic Diseases
• Eyes
• HIV / AIDS
• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Acne
• Tinnitus
• Head Injury 
• Alzheimer's 
• Ulcers
• Anorexia
• Erectile Dysfunction
• Weak Bones
• Arthritis
• Herpes
• You can overdose on Zinc, so don't take over the recommended dosage for your condition. Overdose can cause vomiting and diarrhea. Over a long time it can result in a weakened immune system. 
• Zinc can be purchased in most any store where vitamins can be purchased. 

Sources:

www.wikipedia.com

http://nirc.cas.psu.edu/pdf/ACF6DE.pdf

http://www.webmd.com

http://www.anyvitamins.com

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Vitamin B Complex

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Vitamin B is water soluble and comes in many forms. A complex is a combination of one or more forms. Complexes may include vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, and B12

• Used by men and women
• Used for:
• Cell Metabolism
• Nerve Function
• Prevention of Heart Disease
• Red Blood Cell Formation
• Growth and Division of Cells
• Metabolism of Carbohydrates
• Digestion
• Depression 
• Memory 
• Learning
• Arthritis
• Cataracts
• Fatigue
• Adrenal Gland 
• Antibodies
• Skin
• Hair 
• Nails
• Schizophrenia
• Sex Hormones
• Mental Illness
• To Clear Body of Insecticides
• Wrinkles
• Gray Hair
• Infections
• Allergies
• Cancer
• Blood Sugar Level
• Vitamin B is water soluble. Most excess vitamin B is excreted in the urine. Over-dosage is rare, but harmful side effects may be possible. Check the recommended daily dosage.
• Vitamin B can be purchased in most places vitamins are sold such as department stores and drug stores. The vitamin complex is very common and can be purchased almost anywhere. 

Resources:

www.wikipedia.com

http://nirc.cas.psu.edu/pdf/ACF6DE.pdf

http://www.webmd.com

http://www.anyvitamins.com

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Vitamin D

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Vitamin D is fat-soluble. It comes in the form of D₂ or D₃. Vitamin D is either of the two.

• Used by men and women
• Used for:
• Rickets
• Aiding in Calcium Absorption. 
• Parathyroid Levels
• Immune System
• Tuberculosis
• HIV
• Flu
• Cancer
• Heart Disease
• Mortality
• Phosphate Levels in Blood
• Preventing Falls in Older People
• Warts 
• Bronchitis
• Vaginal Atrophy
• Other Diseases 
• You can overdose on Vitamin D. Adults should not use more than 50,000 IU a day for prolonged periods. You should research your own healthy dosage. Overdosage can cause kidney problems and vomiting.
• Vitamin D can be purchased in most any store where vitamins can be purchased. 

Sources:
www.wikipedia.com

http://nirc.cas.psu.edu/pdf/ACF6DE.pdf

http://neurosurgerycenterofcolorado.com/util/documents/AprilVitamins.pdf

http://www.webmd.com

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Vitamin E, Tocopherol

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Vitamin E is fat soluble.

• Used by men and women. 
• Used for:
• Antioxidant 
• Prevention of Heart Disease
• Immune function 
• Other heart and blood diseases
• Diabetes
• Cancer Prevention 
• Brain and nervous system diseases
• Epilepsy
• Pregnancy
• Reduce unwanted side effects 
• Cataracts
• Infertility
• Prevent wrinkles and aging skin
• Topical
• Aging
• Healing Skin
• Chapped Skin
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Over 400 IU a day is not recommended
• Taking up to 5500 IU can be done with no adverse side effects
• Children should take less than adults
• Vitamin e can be purchased in most places vitamins are sold and is a very common vitamin. 

Sources:
www.wikipedia.com

http://nirc.cas.psu.edu/pdf/ACF6DE.pdf

http://neurosurgerycenterofcolorado.com/util/documents/AprilVitamins.pdf

http://www.webmd.com

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Vitamin C, Ascorbic Acid

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Vitamin C - Ascorbic Acid is a water soluble vitamin

• This vitamin is suitable for people of any sex or age
• Uses
• Antioxidant
• Collagen Synthesis
• Helps Heal Wounds 
• Immune System 
• Metabolic Reactions
• Common Cold
• Cancer 
• Polio
• Psychosis
• Gout
• Metabolism
• Anti-histamine
• Scurvy
• Tyrosinemia
• Iron Absorption
• Wrinkles
• High Blood Pressure
• Reducing Risk of Many Diseases
• Osteoarthritis
• AMD
• Decreasing Protein in the urine
• Ulcers 
• Preventing some kidney problems
• Reducing HIV transmission from mothers to children when combined with Vitamins B and E
• Reducing lead in the blood
• Pregnancy
• Reducing Alzheimer's Risk
• Bronchitis
• Other Diseases and Conditions

Sources:
www.wikipedia.com

http://nirc.cas.psu.edu/pdf/ACF6DE.pdf

http://neurosurgerycenterofcolorado.com/util/documents/AprilVitamins.pdf

http://www.webmd.com

• Not possible to overdose on Vitamin C, but megadoses may have some adverse affects including kidney stones. A megadose is considered to be 200 mg to 2 grams per day, but I have witnessed the safe intake of 25,000 to 50,000 mg of Vitamin C at one sitting with no adverse side effects. 
• Vitamin C can be purchased most anywhere vitamins can be purchased such as Wal-Mart, Kroger, and Puritan Pride Online. 

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Vitamin A, Retinol and Carotenes

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• Vitamin A is also called retinol or beta-carotene when purchased at the store. 
• This vitamin is for men and women.
• Used to 
• Produce light by the retina in the eye 
• Bone Growth
• Vision
• Immune Function
• Gene Transcription
• Development and Reproduction of Embryos
• Bone Metabolism
• Skin and Cellular Growth
• As an Antioxidant
• The formation of blood cellular components
• Mucous Membranes
• Fat Soluble
• Recommended Dosage
• 3000 to 4000 IU a Day
• Can be Toxic if Too Much is Consumed
• Can be purchased in most mainstream stores such as Wal-Mart, Kroger, and most other places.

Sources:
www.wikipedia.com

http://nirc.cas.psu.edu/pdf/ACF6DE.pdf

http://neurosurgerycenterofcolorado.com/util/documents/AprilVitamins.pdf

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