In the health-conscious society of today, a lot of attention has been given to vitamin supplementation and the role it plays in total body health. Vitamin supplements are taken for reasons such as protecting the heart, reducing the risk of cancer, boosting the immune system, relieving the symptoms of PMS, alleviating depression and anxiety, improving the memory, and even weight loss in addition to promoting optimum wellness.
Also advocating the use of extremely high doses, or mega-doses, of certain vitamins are some of the publicized theories. Care should be taken when considering this kind of supplementation. There are vitamins that can be harmful in large doses even if some of them are safe. Here are the most commonly used vitamins and the safest maximum doses for each.
Vitamin A. Vitamin A refers to a fat-soluble compound that is crucial for healthy vision, cell growth, and immune system function. Vitamin A should not be taken in excess of 10,000 IU which is twice the daily recommended allowance for adults.
2. Vitamin B6. Vitamin B6 refers to a water-soluble vitamin that is needed for protein metabolism, the delivery of oxygen to cells, and the regulation of blood glucose. Excessive Vitamin B6 can cause debilitating and dangerous nerve damage. Do not exceed 100 mg of Vitamin B6 per day.
c) Vitamin B12. To healthy red blood cells and nerve cells in the body, Vitamin B12 is essential. Also, Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in the creation of human DNA. Although this compound is well-tolerated and has a low level of toxicity, it is recommended that you do not exceed 3,000 mcg per day.
Folic Acid. Folic acid is needed for the metabolism of important amino acids and it also contributes to the development of DNA. This would also be especially crucial for pregnant women. While folic acid has a low toxicity level, the recommended maximum dose for adults is 1,000 mcg.
5. Vitamin C. Necessary for the production of collagen, growth and repair of the body’s tissues, and a healthy immune system is Vitamin C. But with too much Vitamin C, then harmful oxidation in the body can be the result. Each day, no more than 2000 mg should be consumed.
Vitamin D. Vitamin D is essential for normal levels of phosphorus and calcium in the blood. An important contributor to strong bones and teeth is Vitamin D. If there is excessive Vitamin D intake (more than 10,000 IU), then this can lead to bone pain, nausea, vomiting, and even kidney stones.
Vitamin E. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that helps protect the body against free radicals. But if you take more than 1,000 mg, then this can cause heart problems and excessive bleeding.
To learn more about safe dosage levels of vitamin compounds, you should talk to your doctor. Buying the latest health fads is not always a good idea nor is it to believe that the sales copy you read on the product bottle.
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