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8 Important Vitamins for Women
BY Leigh A. Zaykoski
Women have special nutritional needs that may not be met by their diets. In today's world of fast food and meals on the go, it is important that women assess their nutritional status and make up for any deficiencies by taking either a multi-vitamin or the vitamins that they are lacking. These 10 important vitamins should be present in every woman's life.
Vitamin K is important for women because it aids in the clotting of blood. You can get more Vitamin K in your diet by eating dark leafy vegetables, whole grain foods, and egg yolks. If you can't eat these foods, or increase them enough to make a difference, choose a multi-vitamin that has the daily value of Vitamin K included. Vitamin C is important because it allows you to have healthy gums, promotes tissue growth and repair, and assists your adrenal glands in functioning well. Citrus fruits are an excellent source of Vitamin C, along with spinach, strawberries, and tomatoes.
Vitamin E is an important vitamin because it is an anti-oxidant and helps to neutralize free radicals that can damage the body. It has also been used to repair skin conditions and fight aging. For nutritional needs, you can take a multi-vitamin that contains Vitamin E or drink fortified juices. For skin use, you can purchase topical products that contain Vitamin E. Vitamin B-1, also known as Niacin, is essential for many body functions. Many cereals contain good amounts of Vitamin B-1, or you can take a B-complex vitamin to help meet your nutritional needs.
Vitamin B-6 is an important vitamin because it is used for so many essential functions. It helps promote good metabolism and form neurotransmitters within the body. You can take a vitamin containing Vitamin B-6, but need to be careful not to take too much of the vitamin, as it can cause problems. Vitamin B-12 is important for cardiovascular health and a deficiency of B-12 has been linked with fatigue and certain types of anemia. Many cereals have vitamin B-12, along with multi-vitamin pills.
Folic acid, or Vitamin B-9, is a very important vitamin for pregnant women. This vitamin has been shown to reduce the risk of bearing children with neural tube defects. Orange juice is an excellent source of folic acid and multi-vitamins with this vitamin added can be beneficial. Vitamin A is important for good vision and is also important for pregnant women, as it helps the development of the baby's teeth and bones. Fruits and vegetables, particularly carrots, are high in Vitamin A. Too much Vitamin A should be avoided, as it can cause birth defects.
ABOUTH THE AUTHORLeigh A. Zaykoski is the President and CEO of A Wealth of Words, Inc. A Wealth of Words is a corporation dedicated to providing high quality web content and business writing services to companies in all industries. Working with Leigh and her company can help you to more effectively market your business and boost your profits. If you're interested in jumpstarting your online marketing efforts, contact Leigh at ceo@premiumwriter.com for a free consultation. |
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