Best Vitamins and Supplements Women Need Daily
Best Vitamins and Supplements Women Need Daily -Women, more than men, often need a
little something extra to be completely healthy. Even with a well-rounded diet,
supplements and vitamins are necessary daily. Unfortunately, there’s so much
conflicting information out there about which supplements are the most
important to take and which are superfluous. Here are a few of the best
vitamins and supplements to take to become a healthier person.
Calcium
Women’s
bones get weaker and less dense as they grow older. They are more likely to get
osteoporosis, which is why you might often see little old ladies bent over.
With calcium supplements, bones and teeth become stronger. For women who are
postmenopausal, their bones lose density quickly over time, so it’s vital that
you take calcium tablets every day.
Vitamin B6
Once women
get older, they go through natural dips in mood. When dopamine levels are low,
you can feel depressed or stressed. Vitamin B6 boosts dopamine levels. It also
strengthens immunity and helps build a healthy heart. But you have to be very
careful with the doses of Vitamin B6 because it can cause brain and nerve
dysfunction.
Vitamin B12
Anemia is
another problem that many women face, due to poor diet, lack of iron, or just
age. Vitamin B12 is one of those supplements that helps prevent megaloblastic
anemia, which can make you feel weak and tired regularly. It also helps prevent
heart disease and stroke, as well as keeps nerve and blood cells healthy.
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Magnesium
Magnesium is one of the most
essential minerals in the body, which helps with healthy bones, organs, and
blood tissue. Often women with high blood pressure are recommended to take
magnesium daily. It also supports a healthy immune system and normal nerve
function. If you have chronic cramps, headaches, and migraines,magnesium can reduce the pain.
Vitamin
D
Unfortunately, women have a high
risk of breast cancer. While no supplement can completely prevent cancer,
vitamin D is recommended for those with a family history of breast cancer or to
improve the outcome for those who already have cancer. It also keeps your bones
strong by allowing your body to better absorb calcium, as well as promoting a
healthy immune system.
Omega-3
Omega-3, which is often found fish
and leafy green vegetables, is one of those rare supplements that has a
plethora of benefits. A few of the benefits include lowering blood fat, dealing
with depression, reducing symptoms of ADHD, and reducing joint pain. For women,
the most important benefit of omega-3 is improvement in brain performance,
especially memory. Fish oil pills have omega-3 but you have to be careful
because they can thin your blood.
Iron
Iron is another mineral that’s
essential for a woman’s overall health. If you often feel low on energy, you
are likely lacking iron in your blood. While you can supplement your iron
deficiencies in your diet with leafy greens, red meat, chicken, fish, and
beans, it’s important to also take iron tablets, at least until you start
feeling reenergized.
Melatonin
As
women get older, it becomes more difficult to sleep on a regular schedule. When
you have sleep issues, your overall health can plummet. That’s why it’s
important to ensure that you sleep at least 8 hours a night. Melatonin helps control your
sleep cycles by regulating your hormones and circadian rhythm.
No matter what age, height, weight,
or level of health you are, as a woman it’s vital to take vitamins and
supplements regularly. By just taking a few pills a day, you can lengthen your
life and feel better every day.
Virginia
Cunningham is a
freelance health writer from Los Angeles. She specializes in everything from
supplements and alternative medicine to skin care, fitness, and sustainability.
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