Canadian researchers randomly assigned acute hospital to give supplements of vitamin C or vitamin D for seven to 10 days.

As a result of the study found in those who were given vitamin C, a rapid and clinically significant improvement on their mood.

But there was no change over those who were given vitamin D, so the lack of any effect of vitamin D on the state of mind, is good evidence that there is a placebo response.

The trial was double-blind and was conducted at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal, Canada, publishing the results in the journal Nutrition.

However, using pressure cooking, roasting, frying and grilling food is more likely to reach the decomposition temperature of vitamin C. Longer cooking times also lead to the breakdown of vitamin C, as well as copper food vessels, which catalyze the decomposition.

The pressure cooker can destroy some vitamins and nutrients

Another cause of loss of vitamin C from food is leaching, where the water-soluble vitamin dissolves into the cooking water, which is not consumed. However, vitamin C is not lost in all the vegetables in the same proportion, research shows broccoli seems to retain more than anyone else.

Research has also shown that fresh-cut fruit does not lose significant nutrients when stored in the refrigerator for a few days.

Without vitamins, the majority of chemical operations, which are produced in the body, could not perform, they are also essential for maintaining cell structure, good state of tissues, and a positive mental attitude. Tri-fold divided into: fat-soluble vitamins and water soluble vitamins.

Fat-soluble vitamins
Fat-soluble vitamins are soluble in fatty substances, not easily altered and the body can store. Highlights of vitamin A, D, E and K

Water-soluble vitamins
Water-soluble vitamins are soluble in water and some of them are altered by heat and not stored in the body, so you need to make to your diet regularly. Outstanding in this group B group vitamins, vitamin C and other compounds considered vitamins such as biotin, pantothenic acid and carnitine.

Minerals are chemical elements necessary for the proper metabolic functioning and are divided according to the need that the organization has of them: macro and micro minerals.

Macrominerals
So are called major minerals are needed in such quantities of 100 mg. / Day. Include: Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Sulfur, Sodium and Potassium.

Microminerals
They are called the small minerals are needed in very small quantities. Highlights: Iron, Manganese, Iodine, Copper, Chromium, Cobalt, Zinc and Selenium.

Described by Prof. Dr. Deddy Muchtadi, fish oil supplements can not be consumed by anyone. Because if not exactly its use could cause harm to the body.
”So if you want to consume more fish oil supplements should be more careful. Because actually it depends need by circumstances.”

According to food science and nutrition experts, the fish oil supplements on the market usually contain omega-3 and vitamin A. Fish oil supplements containing omega-3 should be consumed by pregnant women and infants. ”If toddlers and age on it, no longer need to consume this type of fish oil supplements.”
While fish oil supplements containing vitamin A, said he was friendly, even adults do not really need to consume them. More appropriate to consume these supplements are people who lack vitamin A, and the children.

Total consumption of fish oil supplements should also be noted. For when consumed in excessive and inappropriate targets can lead to poisoning. Too much consuming supplements containing vitamin A can cause dizziness and nausea head. While excessive in consuming supplements containing omega-3 will bring up the radicals (compounds that are active in the body tissues) that can trigger the emergence of disease in the human body. ”So to prevent radicals that, in addition to consuming fish oil supplements containing omega-3 should also consume vitamin E and vitamin C. To be more balanced and prevent the emergence of a radical in the body.”

Similar expressed also by chemical experts from the IPB food, Dr Anton Apriyantono. According to him, the more precise consuming fish oil supplements are those who are deficient in vitamin A or omega-3.

need ‘So it depends on the wearer. And also need to be careful in granting and use,”said Anton said, reminding people not to be trapped in the fish oil supplement product promotion on television.

So just to be safe, both Deddy nor Anton recommends to consult with your doctor or nutritionist before consuming fish oil supplements. ”This is to avoid accidental poisoning,”firmly Deddy.

Do not be lazy to consult a doctor to find out whether or not to supplement intake.

Excess vitamin C may be disposed of through urine. But other types of vitamins (A, D, E and K) are generally settles in the body and is feared could interfere with organ function especially liver and kidney.

Protein supplements are usually contained in a particular person if consumed can cause allergic reactions.

Excessive consumption of iron is not good for those suffering from blood disorders such as thalassemia.

Vitamain K supplements in people who were taking certain medications sometimes just make things worse.

For teens, avoid supplements that contain high protein and additional hormones. It is feared could trigger even gigantism (the body becomes very large) and sexual disorders.

Follow the usage requirements on the package of supplements and note the expiration date.
Do not believe that supplements can cure disease.

Several recent studies about supplements:

Excessive consumption of antioxidant supplements such as vitamins A, E and beta-carotene increased the risk of death.

The best way to get antioxidants for skin health is through the intake of vitamins and oils from foods, not supplements.

Excessive vitamin D supplements actually harmful to the kidneys and liver.
Supplements such as energy drinks can increase blood pressure.

Herbal supplements and natural substitute for Viagra that is claimed to be safer also contain hazards, such as increasing blood pressure and even lead to stroke.

Too much vitamin C will interrupt the absorption of copper, which, although needed in very small amounts, but important set of chemical composition and performance of the body.
Too many supplements contain phosphorus will inhibit the absorption of calcium.
Excess vitamin A, D, K, and iron that can not be disposed of bodies turned into poison.

Quintessence of this vitamin is known as Retin A or retinol/retinoid.Bahan2 produk2 often see on skin care because the function sel2 shed dead skin according to skin that has begun to experience wrinkles / Wrinkle because the top layer of skin consists of dead skin sel2 already replaced with a whole new layer of a more healthy and fresh so that in addition to the effect that wrinkles can also also for diluting the black flek2 skin. for skin with acne on the function of vitamin A acid content of the existing open blockages in the skin pori2 thus speeding the healing of acne, preventing the inflammation and prevent new comedones.

The function of vitamin c

Its main benefit is to reduce cell damage and strengthen our bodies kolagen.sel2 network including daily skin sel2 sel2 battered by vandals called “free radicals” which free radicals are widely available on ultraviolet light, pollution and even stress experienced by our own bodies. To combat substance free tadikal why we need vitamin c as a catcher substances harmful free radicals that make skin or substances known as antioxidants and protect sel2 skin, speed healing, stimulate the formation of elastin and collagen fibers that make skin supple, firm and brighten the skin because it affects for inhibit the tyrosinase enzyme that stimulates job creation dark skin pigment therefore much vitamin c is also used in skin whitening product.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E also functions as a catcher of free radicals or as an antioxidant, vitamin deficiency makes the skin looks wrinkled, its function is almost similar to vitamin C, vitamin E protects the skin by strengthening collagen and elastin serat2 on the skin, making skin firmer and more awake moisturizing, very  good sensitive skin especially sensitive to light produk2 sun. on sunscreen vitamin E functions as a barrier from outside efek2 that causes dryness of the skin.

SUPPLEMENT FOOD SYSTEM, INCLUDES: LECITHIN, VITAMIN C AND VITAMIN B6

Lecithin powder consists of choline and inositol. His roles in the body are, among others:
-Support for physical fitness and brain organization,
-shortening the regeneration period after exercise,
-improving memory and learning ability,
-regulatory functions of the nervous system
-helps lower cholesterol levels,
-prevention of arteriosclerosis.
Vitalmax offers pure soy lecithin, without additions or impurities. The capsules are the most easy.
Lecithin Caps Vitalmax testing laboratory regarding the purity of ingredients.

Dosage: Children from 3 years: 2 g (4 capsules) 1 time per day, adults: 4 g per day (8 capsules) 1 time per day before eating

100 g include: 99 g soy lecithin, 0.94 g of ascorbic acid (vitamin C), 0.06 g of vitamin B6

Vitamin B

There are several B vitamins The main ones are: B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, B10 and B12. These vitamins have different numbers but the B share. In sum, we can find them in the same food and they all act on the body.

They contribute to healthy muscles and skin, immunization of our organization, growth and increased metabolism.

Deficiencies in B vitamins can cause edema, lesions of the lips, dizziness, anemia (for vitamin B12 deficiency because there will be a lack of red blood cells) and digestive disorders. The B vitamins help fight effectively against stress and depression, reduce cholesterol levels. You can find vitamins B1 and B12 in milk products, vitamin B2 in eggs and cheese; the B3 in fish, cereals, and the B5 and B6 in yeast and counsel; Vitamin B7 in whole grains, the B9 in vegetables and oysters, the B10 in eggs.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant. It can be found in plants. Vitamin C helps to immunize the body and stimulate the intellect. Excess vitamin C can lead to hypertension and cardio-vascular. A lack of vitamin C can cause anemia and various allergies.

Role:
Vitamin linked to the “tone” because it helps to fight against fatigue and increases resistance to infection. Also promotes iron absorption by the intestine and plays an important role in the repair of fractures (fixation of calcium).
During pregnancy: Vitamin C strengthens the placenta
For the child in infancy: importance to resist infection.

Where to find?
In citrus, red fruit, kiwi
In leafy vegetables (spinach, watercress, cabbage.)
It is destroyed by smoking.

What risks for bad mix?
In case of deficiency bleeding gums, tooth loss, repeated infections, fatigue. In extreme cases, scurvy (fever, anemia, bleeding, gastro-enteritis).
In case of overdose
For the mother and baby if you take vitamin supplements during pregnancy, baby, used to receive vitamin C in large doses,