Health Tips – The Inside Scoop on Supplements

The Inside scoop on supplements
In a supplement, calcium is combined with a chemical compound, either carbonate, citrate, gluconate or lactate. Before choosing one, beware of these potential pitfalls.
a. Calcium carbonate,  the most common form of calcium supplement, may cause constipation or gas and is difficult  to absorb if it is not taken with a meal.
b. Calcium citrate which promotes iron absorption and is the easiest form to digest, does not provide a lot of actual calcium. Calcium lactate and calcium glucomate provide even less. It may take several pills to get 500mg of calcium.
c. Higher doses of calcium ( 1500 mg or more ) may limit zinc and iron absorption.
d. Supplements made from bonemeal, dolomite and oyster shell may contain a very small amount of lead. Experts agree, however that the benefits of supplements far outweigh the risks of lead exposure.

 

 

 

Ginger – Herbal Remedies

What It Does

This popular spice – raw, in real ginger ale, and in supplements – is a proven remedy for indigestion and nausea, including motion sickness and morning sickness.

How Its Taken

To prevent nausea, take tow 500 milligram capsules of the powdered  root 30 minutes before travelling then one or two more capsules if symptoms begin.

Caution

May cause sweating. In recommended amounts, ginger is safe for pregnant women.

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