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Healthy In Trend.: March 2008

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Role of Phytonutrients in Good Nutrition. The term "phytonutrient" is applied to those plant compounds that promote better health, although they are not absolutely essential to human health. The crucial role of fresh, whole plants in human nutrition is undisputed. Worldwide research has confirmed that diets rich in plants can lead to optimal health. Different plant varieties produce different kinds of phytonutrients. Plant-based food sources, including brightly-colored fruits and vegetables. Role of Omeg...

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Healthy In Trend.: Selenium

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Role of Selenium in Good Nutrition. Selenium is a powerful antioxidant. It works synergistically with vitamin E, meaning that both are more powerful when they are taken together. Selenium helps to activate antioxidant enzymes such as glutathione peroxidase, which neutralizes potentially harmful free radicals. Selenium is needed for healthy muscles, including the heart. Selenium also plays a role in maintaining healthy eyesight, skin and hair. Seafood, meats and grains. View my complete profile.

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Healthy In Trend.: Protein

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Role of Protein in Good Nutrition. Protein is an essential nutrient whose name comes from the Greek word "protos," which means "first." To visualize a molecule of protein, think of a very long chain with links. These links represent amino acids, the building blocks of protein, which are essential for cell regulation, growth, and repair. The body uses protein to build new cells, maintain tissues and regulate cell function. Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, cheese, nuts, legumes, and soy. As you grow older, new p...

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Healthy In Trend.: Vitamin A

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Role of Vitamin A in Good Nutrition. Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin which is stored primarily in the liver. Vitamin A is available in two forms:. Retinol, which is found in animal products. Beta carotene, which your body converts into vitamin A. Vitamin A is essential for healthy skin, eyesight, growth and reproduction. It performs a variety of important functions:. Vitamin A promotes the growth of strong teeth and bones. Vitamin A is present in liver, cod liver oil, carrots, and sweet potatoes.

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Healthy In Trend.: Vitamin E

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Role of Vitamin E in Good Nutrition. Vitamin E is a key antioxidant, so it is particularly important for a healthy heart and blood supply. It is also very good for your skin. Fat-soluble vitamin E. Is only stored in your body for a short period of time, making regular intake is essential. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps decrease the effects of free radicals, which may damage cells and accelerate signs of the aging process. Vitamin E is beneficial for a healthy immune system.

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Healthy In Trend.: Magnesium

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Role of Magnesium in Good Nutrition. Magnesium is essential for every biochemical process that takes place within the body. Magnesium is vital for turning food into energy for the body, as well as helping in the release of insulin, which regulates blood sugar levels. Magnesium helps to repair and maintain body cells. Magnesium controls the movement of calcium in and out of cells. It is important for strong bones and teeth. Milk and dairy foods, nuts, peanut butter, cheddar cheese, and whitefish.

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Healthy In Trend.: Vitamin K

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Role of Vitamin K in Good Nutrition. Vitamin K is found in food, but it is also created by the bacteria in our intestines. K stands for the Danish word "koagulation," meaning coagulation or clotting. Vitamin K is a group of chemicals used by the body to make specialized proteins found in blood plasma (the clear fluid in blood) such as prothrombin. This is the protein chiefly responsible for blood clotting. Vitamin K is also needed to make bone and kidney tissue. View my complete profile.

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Healthy In Trend.: Chromium

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Role of Chromium in Good Nutrition. Chromium helps to control blood sugar levels. It may also aid in reducing physiological hunger symptoms and play a role in breaking down fat. Chromium is involved in the production of energy from fats and carbohydrates. Chromium is believed to work with the hormone insulin to control sugar levels in the body and aid in lowering cholesterol levels. Brewer's yeast, egg yolk, meat, cheese, whole grains, spinach, and bananas. View my complete profile.

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Healthy In Trend.: Calcium

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Role of Calcium in Good Nutrition. Calcium is best known for helping to build strong bones and teeth. Most of the calcium from food goes straight to the teeth and bones, where it is used for building and maintaining strength. Calcium is also used throughout the body to help muscles contract, enable blood to clot, transmit messages along nerves, produce energy, keep the heart beating, and maintain the immune system. Check with your local market for the recommended daily intake of calcium.

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Healthy In Trend.: Fats

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Role of Fats in Good Nutrition. Fats are essential for good health. They aid in energy production, cell building, oxygen transport, blood clotting, and the production of extremely active hormone-like substances called prostaglandins. Fats can be saturated, polyunsaturated, or monounsaturated. Our bodies can produce both monounsaturated and saturated fats. Polyunsaturated fats, or essential fatty acids, cannot be produced in the body and must come from the diet. Saturated fats are found in animal products...