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Gummy vitamins are widely loved throughout the world and come in an assortment of shapes, flavors, colors and sizes – from omega-3 fatty acids to probiotics to melatonin! They’re an accessible way to get important nutritional components into our bodies without taking pills!Gummies contain added sugars, sugar alcohols and fillers which make them easy to overconsume resulting in vitamin and mineral toxicity.Calcium/MagnesiumGummy minerals provide consumers with an easy way to meet their daily vitamin and mineral requirements in an easily consumable form, providing calcium, magnesium and zinc which all support bone strength as well as immune system functioning.Sugar-containing gummies may…
Nutritional support refers to methods other than eating for providing necessary nutrients. This may involve tube feedings.Nutrition support professionals include dietitians, nurses, pharmacists, physicians, advanced practice providers and other healthcare practitioners. They work in various healthcare environments such as hospitals, home care agencies and long-term care facilities.DietitiansDietitians are licensed health professionals who assess, diagnose and treat individual and public dietary and nutrition problems. Their role involves translating the latest scientific findings regarding food’s effect on health into practical guidance to assist individuals in making healthy lifestyle choices.Food service dieticians may be responsible for both clinical dietetics (patient nutrition therapy) and…
At first glance, it may be easy to be seduced by the promise of certain supplements, but without caution they could actually cause more harm than good.Fiber can lower cholesterol, help regulate blood sugar, and boost digestion. It is widely available in vegetables, whole grains and beans.Gaining sufficient protein intake is vital to healthy bones, muscles and immune systems. One egg contains 5 to 8 grams of protein.EternelSkinLocal Orlando’s Three Eternel Antioxidant Super Blend is a potency formula to shield cells and systems against free radical damage, supporting cell health and longevity by protecting from free radical attacks. Gluten-Free, third…
Migraine painkillers fall into two broad categories: acute or abortive medications taken during an attack to stop symptoms; and preventive drugs which reduce the frequency and intensity of migraine attacks; some anti-nausea drugs may also prove helpful.Start with over-the-counter pain relievers such as Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA), Ibuprofen or Naproxen sodium; these have shown to be most effective. If they fail, try prescription NSAIDs or triptans instead.Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) have long been an integral component of migraine treatment and remain an integral component of acute migraine therapy. Aspirin remains one of the most widely available NSAIDs and…
At around 6 months, infant energy and nutritional needs begin to surpass that provided by breast milk alone; additional foods can then be introduced as “complementary feeding”. This practice is known as “complementary feeding”.Dietary supplements are any vitamins, minerals, herbs or other ingestible preparations added to food to increase its nutritional value.Dietary SupplementsDietary supplements are any product designed to promote good health or lower the risk of disease. Available as pills, gummies or liquid solutions, dietary supplements include vitamin D and calcium for strong bones; fish oil for cardiovascular support; folic acid to prevent birth defects; and amino acids which…
Organic tampons are typically composed of 100 percent cotton that has been grown without pesticides or herbicides, as well as dyes or fragrances commonly found in traditional tampons, according to Dr. Stephanie Hack, host of Lady Parts Podcast.But will switching to organic tampons actually ease your period or decrease cramps?Organic CottonOrganic tampons differ from mainstream ones by being composed entirely of cotton with no rayon (a semi-synthetic fibre derived from wood pulp) or plastic components in their strings and applicators, and featuring smooth rounded tips designed for easy insertion with various absorbencies to accommodate various flow rates.Organic tampons are free…
Refresh and revitalize your complexion with this revitalizing mask, made of mineral clays to absorb impurities while soothing botanicals soothe and nurture.An effective detoxifying face mask is an essential treatment for skin types prone to breakouts. Composed of clarifying ingredients like clays and charcoal, these spa-like treatments clear pores of excess oil and toxins while simultaneously refining your complexion.PurifyEveryday our skin absorbs and produces toxins that can leave our complexion looking dull, congested, and even blemished. Detoxifying masks help remove these toxins while clearing and refining pores to create smoother looking skin. Formulated with clarifying clays and charcoal for maximum…
Health support workers work across settings ranging from mental health to children’s services, often taking on multiple job titles such as healthcare assistant, nursing assistant or midwifery assistant.The United States offers high-quality health care at an expensive and inequitable cost, while other nations boast more equitable systems with shorter waiting lists and higher patient satisfaction ratings.What is a health care support worker?Health care support workers collaborate with nurses, therapists, midwives and hospital doctors to deliver person-centred healthcare of the highest standard. Their tasks may include administering medication as prescribed, monitoring symptoms of patients and planning mealtimes accordingly as well as…