Pill Talk
Gifts For The Chronic (But Hopeful) Warrior
With so many things taken away during illness, it’s easy to lose your identity, your personal style and your time. Let’s face it hospitals and medical appointments can feel cold and clinical, but this can become, for some people, a huge part of their daily lives. Being in a dull waiting room or hospital ward is not something we choose to be part of. Yet here we are, and the transition to this new season in our lives can be sudden, unexpected and scary. Finding the words to say during these tough times is hard and so can finding the right gift. Let us introduce five businesses who are creating products and services which evolved from their own experiences in the medical world and are now helping others. Meet the inspiring women and their amazing brands.THE AWAKENDED MUMMA WELLNESS Sally-Anne is extremely passionate about supporting and educating people who have been diagnosed with cancer. She herself is a Cancer Survivor and a Clinical Nurse Consultant. Sally-Anne provides education resources and 1:1 consultancy to clients who want to learn about how and what to prioritise in their recovery. “I believe that knowledge is key to a better cancer journey”.Through her unique experience with cancer from a supportive role and as a patient she has written a book sharing her own personal experience and openly discusses many important topics. “I know how confusing, overwhelming, and lonely a cancer journey can be.I understand what it feels like to rethink and question your life priorities, to struggle with body image and self-esteem challenges, to negotiate returning to work, and to manage the fears and ‘what ifs’ of a cancer recurrence. These are the topics that we don’t often discuss with our medical team, yet they are paramount in our recovery.” Sally-Anne is someone you want to listen to. Sally’s book A Woman’s Guide to Navigating the Invisible Cancer Load is a must read and makes a perfect gift.DOSEYPretty and stylish are not words that you would usually use to describe pill cases but Honor, owner of DOSEY might just change your mind. This fresh take on the pill organiser is bringing style to many needing to taking regular tablets and especially when needing to take them on the go. At age 36, Honor was experiencing serious health issues and now needs to take daily vitamins and digestive enzymes with every meal to ensure her body functions at its peak. This need for daily medication led Honor to designing a product that not only looked good but also supported her in remembering to take her tablets. She has reinvented the way we look at storing, organising and transporting your medication. There are pretty pill wallets, reusable pouches and even a gorgeous little water flask for when you are out and about. The DOSEY collection is made from vegan leather and available in dusty pink, black, latte and sage. Never miss a dose with DoseyLULA SELF-WARMING EYE MASKSisters Aisling and Margaret radiate warmth and kindness; just like the beautiful products that have brought to Australia. While creating their first eye mask samples, Margaret received the unexpected news that she had breast cancer and just six weeks later Aisling was to receive the same shocking diagnosis as her sister, she too had breast cancer. Despite the setback they continued working on their self-care brand testing and perfecting the warmth and scents during surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation treatments. They fell in love with their own product by finding comfort in the eye masks when feeling unwell during chemo and times in hospital. The sisters were forced to slow right down and have learnt that it is such a gift to take time for yourself, but it should be a gift we give ourselves every day, without guilt, especially women, who often don’t think they deserve or should slow down. The Lula Self-Warming Eye Mask is no ordinary sleep mask, it automatically warms when opened and scented with essential oils to help with relaxation and sleep. BRIGHTER DAYJane the Creative Director of Brighter Day is another woman you need to meet. Her colourful, comfortable and innovative fashion brand is making women feel beautiful, to be seen and to feel supported during extremely difficult times in their lives and she is on a mood-boosting mission. Choosing what to wear each day is a challenge for so many of us but imagine if you had to think about easy access for medical treatments and tests, clothing that doesn’t have metal so that it is suitable to wear during MRI and CT scans, is made from a breathable fabric and looked great too - sounds nearly impossible right?“After starting cancer treatment in 2017, trying to access the veins in my arms became so difficult and painful, I had a surgery to put a chest port in. Now it’s so much easier to have my IV treatment through the chest port, however I was struggling to find the right clothing to wear that was comfortable and had a wide enough neckline. I searched online for months to try to find clothing that was suited specifically for this access need, and I couldn’t find anything in Australia. I have discovered that adaptive fashion is relatively new here and I am so thrilled to be designing clothing for people with different needs”.Jane’s message is clear “Ideally, I would love for people who wear my garments to feel like they’re getting a big hug from me. To know that I’m with you because I’ve been you, and I still am”.MY MEDICAL ORGANISERVicki is the Founder of My Medical Organiser a business she started because she needed to find a solution for managing the paperwork and information for all the medical and therapy appointments she attends with her family. As a mum of two girls with added needs she has firsthand experience managing the huge juggle of this important and time-consuming part of their lives. Having lots of paperwork is hard to avoid when you have a huge list of appointments to attend, hospital stays, surgery, tests and therapy. How do you stay on top of it all -referrals, prescriptions, pathology forms, medical information? “I designed the My Medical Organiser because I wanted something that I would be happy to take to an appointment, something that supported our needs before, during and after our appointments”. The specialty organisers bring pops of colour, practicality, and organisation to your appointments. It gives you a feeling of confidence because you have quick access to valuable information about your health as well as questions you have been waiting to ask. By using the organiser greater independence is possible and hand over of care is also easier. The brand has now grown to include Professional Organising to bring calmness and organisation into homes for people who need someone to focus on areas they are struggling to stay on top of. With of course special experience in helping those with health or disability challenges. All these brands are bringing an uplifting, colourful, caring and informative approach to many lives. Their brands are inspiring and motivating others to take charge of their health and those they care for. Making them a wonderful choice when ‘finding the right gift’. Time to get shopping!
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5 Reasons Why You Need a Dosey Pill Organiser
As a woman who knows what she wants, we know it’s important to maintain your health and wellbeing so you can always be your best! You take care of yourself because you know you matter! You work hard, you play hard, you’re ambitious and motivated. With a jam-packed diary and a busy schedule, it’s important to remember to take those daily pills. With a Dosey Pill Organiser, there’s no need to worry about forgetting, plus they’re stylish and convenient. You know how important it is to feel good and you know taking your pills daily leaves you feeling confident, prepared, and ready to tackle the day ahead. In this article, we’ll provide you with all the information you need so you can choose the perfect Dosey Pill Organiser for you. Dosey Pill Organisers are reusable and washing machine safe As an ambitious woman with a big ‘to-do list’, we know how the little things can pile up, causing unnecessary stress. Staying on top of the small things means you can take care of the big things, which is why Dosey’s Pill Organisers are so popular – not only are they reusable, but they’re also washing machine safe. Dosey’s Pill Organisers have been designed so you can use them again and again. Consistency is essential when it comes to managing your health, and using a Dosey pill organiser means you can take control of your pill intake. All Dosey’s Pill Organisers are washing machine safe because good hygiene is essential. You won’t forget to take your pills and supplements Dosey’s pill organisers are clearly labelled with the days of the week. This means you don’t have to worry about forgetting to take pills or supplements when you need to. We know you have a busy schedule; a clearly labelled organiser means it’s easy to keep track of the days you do and don’t need your pills. It’s important to be organised when it comes to looking after your health. Managing your pills shouldn’t be complicated. Dosey’s Pill Organiser is simple to use – all your pills are stored safely and securely in one place. All you need to do is restock the pills when you’re out. Dosey Pill Planners look cute and stylish Feeling good is important but so is looking good! Busy, ambitious women enjoy feeling confident, and that’s how Dosey wants you to feel when using our Pill Organisers. With a fabulous range of organisers available, you don’t have to worry about compromising your style and class. A Dosey Pill Organiser will complement your look, whatever the occasion, meaning you can always bring your best. They are safe for the environment and sustainable Dosey Pill Organisers have been carefully designed so you can feel confident that the products you’re using are not only safe for the environment, but are also sustainable. Dosey is committed to environmentally friendly and sustainable products because looking after Mother Nature creates a better world, both now and in the future. What matters to you matters to Dosey. Dosey Pill Organisers can be used for both pills and powders Whether you take pills or use a powder supplement, Dosey Pill Organisers cater to your specific needs. Each pouch has been specifically designed to store pills and powders safely and effectively, and can be replaced if necessary. All pouches are soft touch EVA (BPA free) and hold up-to 15 pills each, depending on pill size. Pouches are clear and come in a variety of sizes, so you can choose which one to use for your pills and which one to use for powder. Want to Find Out More About Our Pill Organisers? Click Here To View Our Store Now you have all your questions answered, it’s time to check out the Dosey online so you can choose a pill organiser that suits your style and schedule. Frequently Asked Questions Which Dosey Pill Organiser Should I Use? There are a variety of cute and stylish Dosey Pill Organisers available; all you need to do is choose one that works for you. Whether you take pills or use a powder, no Dosey pill organiser is going to let you down. These cute and stylish pill organisers will complement any ambitious woman who knows the importance of good health and wants to make sure she doesn’t forget to take her pills each day. Do I Need To Replace My Pill Organiser If My Pills Change? There’s no need to change your pill organiser if your pills change, because Dosey Pill Organisers are reusable and washing machine safe. We know hygiene is important, and so is the environment and sustainability. Dosey Pill organisers can be used time and time again, although replacement pouches are also available. All pill organisers are cute and stylish, meaning you can confidently use yours anytime and anywhere. Can I Use A Dosey Pill Organiser when I Travel? Dosey Pill Organisers can be used anywhere, any time. Dosey wants you to feel confident taking care of your health, and have created the perfect pill organiser for you. Not only are our pill organisers stylish, reusable, and environmentally friendly, they also have storage options for both pills and powders and can be used whenever you travel.
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Ultimate Guide to Dosey Pill Organisers
Whether you need medication to manage illness or vitamin and mineral supplements, there's nothing worse than being on the go only to realise you've left your pills at home. Taking care for your health has never been more important, but who wants to pack bulky pill bottles everywhere? Not us. Never miss a dose again using a convenient and stylish pill organiser to dispense and store your tablets. Regardless of your medication and supplement needs, make staying healthy easy and accessible with a discrete and cute pill organiser. At the end of this ultimate guide, you'll know exactly which pill organiser you need and how to use it. What is a Pill Organiser, and why do you need one? Gone are the days of bulky pill dispensers, like the ones you'd see lying around your grandparent's kitchen. Pill organisers are your purse-sized medication and supplement dispensary. Our pill planners and organisers suit daily, weekly, and fortnightly pill requirements. You'll love our cute am-noon-pm pack if you need medication at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Or check out our convenient pill purse if you need a vitamin supplement once a day; it'll keep you organised all week long. How to Use a Pill Organiser Unlike traditional pill dispensers with clunky weak clasps, Dosey's pill organisers use secure zip locks. Once a day, week, or fortnight, simply plan your medications or supplements into the safe and secure pouches. Fold the leather wallet or purse in half, secure it with the magnet clasp and place it into your tote or handbag. Never find a tablet, capsule, or pill at the bottom of your bag again. Love that! We know everyone's health needs are unique, so we have a range of extras to customise your pill planning. Maybe you need a pill canister or a pill slip to store extra vitamins. We also stock reusable pill packs to organise pill-taking your way. Need an easily accessible place with a handy zip-lock pocket for your tablets, scripts, hand sanitiser, or even Epipen? Our multifunctional original pill organiser is for you. Make travelling a breeze with our wellness wallet, perfect for a fortnightly worth of medications and supplements. With space for up-to 15 pills per pouch, you can even dispense double if you're heading away for a fortnight. Benefits of using a Pill Organiser Let's be honest, taking care of our health isn't always easy. Things come up and get in the way, but one thing that can be easy is remembering to take your medication and supplements. Even the most forgetful person can turn off the reminders to take their medication. Be reminded to take your tablets every time you open your handbag or wallet and see your pill planner. Nobody likes to feel like a patient, let alone need a daily reminder that they're sick every time they grab their medication packet. Using a cute and discrete pill organiser to plan your medication creates a luxe feel, helping you feel like a person and not a patient. Perhaps it's not medication but supplements you need to organise. Have you ever bought a bottle of vitamins or minerals with the best intentions, only to find a half-full and out-of-date container at the back of the cupboard a year later? Money down the drain. Using a pill organiser to plan your capsules will ensure you're getting the intended health benefits and save you from wasting your money. Why our Pill Organisers are so Cute! We've designed our pill organisers for women and men who value their health without compromising style. They're also designed for those who don't want a daily reminder that they're a patient, the people who want to head out for breakfast, lunch, or dinner without needing to carry multiple pill packets. Although other pill organisers can make taking pills easy, Dosey takes it a step further. We aim to remove the stigma of pill-taking and make the process more enjoyable by creating a sophisticated and chic feel. Our planners and organisers fit seamlessly into your busy life with a discrete and modern design. Made using high-quality vegan leather, each planner and organiser has a magnetic closure to protect your medication and supplements from light and moisture. Inside find tight-fitting, non-slip, soft touch, and easy zip EVA pockets to safely secure your tablets, capsules, or powders. Available in three on-trend colours, dusty pink, creamy latte, or classic black, complete any outfit with a Dosey pill organiser or wallet by your side. Get ready to be complimented on your cute "wallet". Bet no one has ever complimented your pill packet before! Are Pill Organisers Safe? Yes. Pill organisers are a safe and easily accessible option helping you remember to take your medication and supplements. Each individual zip pouch is secure, keeping moisture and dust away from your tablets, capsules, or pills. The foldable design with a secure magnetic clasp keeps the light out, avoiding any light damage to your medications and supplements. Why you need a Reusable Pill Organiser We know medications and supplements can be expensive, and that's why we've created the only pill organiser you'll ever need. Our planners and organisers are a one-time investment with easily removable, washable, and reusable pouches. They're also eco-friendly, using vegan leather and EVA plastic free of chlorides, heavy metals, and other toxic substances. Want To Find Out More About Our Pill Organisers? Click Here To View Our Store Ready to take "remember tablets" off your to-do list? Make pill planning easy, accessible, and stylish by dispensing your daily, weekly, or fortnightly tablets in a cute Dosey pill organiser. Explore our range of pill planners to find the best pill wallet, purse, or organiser to meet your unique health needs.
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New Year's Resolution: Pill Planning!
As we approach 2022, are you new year's resolution ready? Here's a list of five tips and tricks to stay on track with your wellness goals well into the year. 5. Build A Budget Before the holiday season ends and life starts to get crazy again, outlining a budget can keep your financial wellness on-track. One option is the 50-20-30 rule, a money management technique that divides your pay into three categories: 50% for the essentials (food, bills, rent), 20% for savings and 30% for everything else! Alternatively, there are plenty of apps that can help keep you on-track: Personal Capital. Mint. YNAB (You Need A Budget) PocketGuard. Goodbudget. Stash. Honeydue. Digit. 4. Creating A Cleaning Schedule How good is that clean house feeling! Set some cleaning deal breakers for 2022. Don't go to bed with dirty dishes in the sink. Make the bed every morning. Hang clothes you wore that day. Empty the dishwasher while you brew coffee. 3. Make Healthier Meals Make meal prep a priority, cut back on fatty meat and add colourful vegies to your plate. Start small, plan to prep 1 or 2 meals per week and build up. Cut back on meat with one day a week meat free eg No Meat Monday. Up your storage game! Upgrade your food storage containers. Stock up your pantry with easy to grab healthy items. Store your favourite recipes in a folder Take a shopping list the the supermarket And don't shop when you're hungry. 2. Put Your Health First When was your last health checkup? Is it time to schedule the health appointment and stick to it. Some appointments to plan and keep in 2022: Every 6 months: Dentist - Clean & check Every 12 months: Doctor - General check up Every 2 years: Pap Smear Every 12 months: Skin check Every 12 months: Eye Test Every month: Check your breasts 1. Plan Your Pills Plan out your pills for the week and never miss a dose again. If you have those moments during the day when you question if you have taken your medication, a pill case is for you. Pill cases are great for storing your vitamins and medications, especially for daily use and travel. While prepping your meals for the week, prep your pills! This will help keep you on track each day. Scrap the bulky containers Keep track of your AM PM pills
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Three Pill Cases All Pill Takers Need
It's finally time to chuck the cheap plastic pill case / pill organiser in the bin and level up. THREE STYLISH PILL PLANNERS THAT FIT WITHIN YOUR LIFESTYLE Original Wellness Planner has your pills and powders covered. Plan out your pills for the week, so you never miss a dose again. Large pouches for powders and non daily pills and store to your healthy items and medical scripts in the zip pocket. Your everyday wellness is sorted with the Wellness Wallet™, a pill planner that keeps all your healthy items together. Plan out your pills for a fortnight, or split your daily pills to AM PM and get easy access to your healthy essentials and medical scripts in the zipper pocket. The Pill Purse™ is for your everyday wellness. Perfectly sized to carry a 7 day pill supply and the zip pocket fits your keys, phone and lip balm! The Pill Purse™ is for your everyday wellness. Perfectly sized to carry a 7 day pill supply and the zip pocket fits your keys, phone and lip balm!
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Vitamins To Help With PMS
As a busy woman on the go, taking a simple multi-vitamin that contains the usual alphabet soup of vitamins and minerals can help to balance our diets and ensure proper nutrition. However, when you’re grabbing your usual bottle of multi-vitamins off the shelf, take a minute to look around for some of the more unusual supplements to boost general health and wellbeing, especially at that time of the month.Chaste Tree Berry (Vitex agnus-castus)Every woman has experienced it – the violent moodswings, the crying at the drop of a hat, the acne breakouts. PMS is the bane of every woman, but popping a pill may just make it all go away. Native to the Mediterranean and Southern Europe, chaste tree berries have traditionally been used for many conflicting purposes surrounding the reproductive system. The Greeks and Romans used it to promote chastity while medieval monks reportedly used it to increase sexual desire. Today, the chaste tree berry is used to regulate a woman’s hormones. Researchers at the University of Illinois have shown that the berry works by reducing pain and promoting relaxation. Other studies published in the Journal of Women’s Health and Gender-Based Medicine provide evidence that the berry helps to relieve PMS, infertility and peri- or postmenopausal symptoms. The recommended dosage is 20 to 40 mg of the herb daily, or 20 drops once or twice daily if using a tincture. Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA)GLA is another supplement that women can take to help relieve premenstrual symptoms. Sources of GLA include evening primrose oil, borage, or black current seed oil. Studies show that women with PMS symptoms are GLA-deficient, so supplementing our body’s requirements may prevent PMS. Dr. Evangeline Lausier of the Duke Integrative Medicine Center recommends taking three to six grams of evening primrose oil every day. While research trials have not shown concrete results, there is little risk of side effects from taking evening primrose oil. The National Institute of Health also endorses the oil as a treatment for eczema, and treating inflammation-related diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. Dong GuaiUsed for thousands of years in Chinese traditional medicine, dong guai is also known as the female ginseng due to its extensive use in treating gynecological disorders. Alternative medicine practitioners commonly prescribe the herb, which has estrogen-like properties, for women suffering from menopause, painful menstruations, or who are just recovering from childbirth. It is also used to treat low vitality or fatigue following menstruation. Known as an anticoagulant, dong guai is also used to help patients with high blood pressure, headaches, or inflammation. The herb is available in tablet, liquid, or raw root form.Black CohoshA member of the buttercup family, black cohosh is commonly used by the Native Americans to treat gynecological conditions, including menstrual cramps, bloating, and vaginal dryness. The American College of Obstetricians have also recommended the use of black cohosh to treat menopausal symptoms like hot flashes. The herb is also used to treat a variety of aches and pains, including sore throat, indigestion, and muscle pain. However, little is known about how the herb works, so pregnant women are advised never to use it without qualified supervision. Additionally, black cohosh has been linked with liver damage, and excessive use may also cause seizures or an irregular heartbeat.
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Magnesium Is A Mood
Your muscles are aching on a daily basis, you can't get through a workout without cramping up, you have been having awful headaches lately, and you can't seem to get a good night's sleep. Chances are that you are deficient in magnesium, and you need a good supplement to get your levels up and start feeling better. Why is it important to get enough magnesium? It is critical to get enough magnesium in your diet or through supplements, because magnesium keeps the body's bones and muscles healthy and is imperative to maintaining healthy brain function. Furthermore, the mineral is vital in attaining emotional and psychological balance. Many people with depression are low in magnesium. Why are so many people low in magnesium?Many people are low in magnesium, because their diet isn't high in magnesium-rich foods like dark leafy greens, fish, seeds, and beans. Furthermore, because magnesium is water-soluble rather than fat soluble, it does not get stored up in the body, which reduces the body's levels more quickly.How does magnesium citrate supplementation enhance quality of life?Seeing that magnesium citrate is the most bio-available form of the mineral, the positive effects of supplementation are evident almost immediately. Magnesium citrate will reduce the severity of migraines, ease leg cramps, help you sleep, aid digestion, increase your energy levels, and lessen any propensity you have toward anxiety. It is also used to prepare patients for colonoscopies, because it has laxative properties in higher doses. You will be on your way to better health... If you consume magnesium citrate regularly, you will see a nearly instantaneous improvement in your symptoms. Just remember to exercise caution and good judgment, and make sure you contact your physician if you experience an unusual reaction or develop any additional symptoms.
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Shocking Benefits of 5-HTP
Are you looking for a way to increase your mood? 5 Hydroxytryptophan is an amino acid that is a precursor for serotonin and melatonin. It is widely used for obesity, PMS, and migraines. Derived from the pods of Griffonia Simplicifolia, a West African plant, 5-HTP converts to serotonin in the human brain and comes with some shocking benefits. Improved mood Serotonin naturally declines with age, leaving you subject to depression and anxiety. Supplementing with 5-HTP increases serotonin and can eliminate depression by creating happier hormones in the brain. A study was done by the Journal of Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment found that 43 percent of participants completely recovered from depression when supplementing from 5-HTP. Better sleep Anyone who suffers from insomnia knows getting a good night's sleep is worth its weight in gold. 5-HTP also increases melatonin which is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. Melatonin, the sleep hormone, controls your circadian rhythm, leaving you with a better night's sleep. Hitting natural sleep cycles during the night leaves you refreshed and energized in the morning.Appetite suppressant By increasing serotonin, the body is left feeling satisfied which decreases your appetite. 5-HTP has been shown to decrease appetite and aid in weight loss by reducing the number of calories eaten. People supplementing with 5-HTP eat fewer carbs and snack less according to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.Supplementing with 5-HTP is an excellent choice for anyone struggling with mood issues, weight problems or insomnia. It's a natural alternative to prescriptions for those needing to increase serotonin and melatonin. Try taking 5-HTP 30 minutes before going to bed for a good night's sleep or right before a meal to reduce cravings and improved mood.
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Five Pills For Girl Power
A trip down the supplements aisle at your local supermarket or pharmacy can be intimidating. Some pills contain an alphabet soup of vitamins and minerals while others focus on one ingredient at a time. Throw in supplements that are differentiated by age and sex and you have a dizzying array of products to choose from. As a woman, which supplements are particularly important for you, and how much should you consume every day?IronIron is needed for healthy red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout our bodies. The recommended daily intake of iron differs by age as well as sex. According to the National Institute of Health, female babies should take 11 mg daily, but the recommended daily intake drops to 7 mg from one to three years of age. From age four to fifteen, the recommended daily intake fluctuates between 8 and 15 mg daily, but women aged 19 to 50 should take at least 18 mg of iron daily. Once past the age of 50, women should only take 8 mg of iron every day. Iron deficiency can lead to anemia, leaving you feeling tired and weak, which will affect your performance at school or at work. However, an overdose of iron is toxic. The Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences recommends that females aged 13 years and below should not take more than 40 mg of iron per day, while those aged 14 and above should take no more than 45 mg of iron daily.Calcium and Vitamin DInadequate calcium intake leads to osteoporosis, a bone disease characterized by reduced bone density. Women are especially at risk. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF), one in two women over fifty will have an osteoporosis-related fracture, compared to just one in eight men. The best defense is a strong offense, that is, building strong bones. The NOF recommends that adults under 50 years of age should take 1,000 mg of calcium daily, while older adults need 1,200 mg. To help your body absorb calcium, the NOF recommends that adults under 50 take 400-800 IU of vitamin D daily while older adults need 800-1,000 IU. Vitamin D supplements come in two forms: D2, also known as ergocalciferol, and D3, also known as cholecalciferol. While there has been some debate about the efficacy of one versus the other, recent studies show that both forms of vitamin D are equally good for bone health. Calcium is also good for proper heart, muscle, and nerve function while vitamin D is good for the skin. Folic Acid Folic acid, also known as folate or Vitamin B9, is required for new cell growth, making it especially important for pregnant women. It is also an important ingredient in the creation of healthy red blood cells, which prevents anemia. Studies have also shown that folic acid improves brain function in those aged over 50. Benefits include improved short term memory, mental agility and increased fluency of speech. Folic acid has also been linked to lower rates of breast cancer, and may help the clinically depressed, although scientists have yet to come to a consensus on these points. The Institute of Clinical Systems Improvement recommends that women who are trying to get pregnant should take 800 mg of folic acid daily. However, once pregnant, women should increase the dosage to 1,000 mg per day. Otherwise, healthy adults should take 400 mg daily. Too much folic acid is not recommended, as this could mask the symptoms of a Vitamin B12 deficiency, which is dangerous if left untreated. Omega 3 Fatty AcidsFound in foods such as oily fish and vegetables, Omega 3 fatty acids are a naturally occurring polyunsaturated acid. They are essential to certain bodily functions like relaxing and contracting muscles, blood clotting, digestion, and fertility. Scientists have shown that ingesting more Omega 3 can help to prevent cardiovascular disease by lowering triglycerides, and blood pressure, and by slowing the progress of atherosclerosis. Other studies have shown that Omega 3 fatty acids helps patients suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. As a fat, there is no recommended daily allowance for Omega 3 fatty acids, but the acceptable intake for women is 1.1 grams per day, with the FDA prescribing a maximum daily intake of 3 grams per day, of which no more than 2 grams should come from supplements.
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