Super Foods For Complete Nutrition Mar 1, 2009
The minerals of zinc, iron, and potassium are also available and easily assimilated. Chorella and Spirulina also contain an abundance of trace minerals that have disappeared from our regular diet. (Suite101.com)
Iodine in Prenatal Vitamins Varies Widely Feb 27, 2009
Sixty-seven vitamins contained iodine from potassium iodide, 42 from kelp, and five from some other source. "Products containing iodine from potassium iodide tended to be more consistent, [but] 150 micrograms of potassium iodide is not the same as 150 micrograms of iodine," Pearce stressed ... "If you really want people to get what the American Thyroid Association [ATA] has recommended -- which is 150 micrograms [of iodine] a day in a supplement -- there isn't one, but we would prefer products... (MEDLINEplus)
Many prenatal vitamins lack enough iodine Feb 26, 2009
The iodine was in the form of kelp or potassium iodide. Among vitamins with potassium iodide, tests found the average iodine level was 119 micrograms per daily dose less than the recommended amount ... Based on the studys findings, pregnant women should take prenatal multivitamins that contain potassium iodide instead of kelp, said Dr. Elizabeth Pearce, one of the researchers. (MSNBC -- Health)
Potassium to sodium ratio affects the heart Feb 21, 2009
Consuming twice as much potassium as sodium might halve your risk of dying from cardiovascular disease ... A new study suggests that consuming twice as much potassium as sodium can halve your risk of dying from cardiovascular disease ... The best strategy for good health, experts are quick to stress, is to eat less sodium and more potassium. (Los Angeles Times)
B Vitamins Might Lower Stroke Risk Feb 21, 2009
"The best anti-stroke diet is high in vegetables and fruits, including high-fiber produce, low in saturated and trans fat, and higher in plant-based unsaturated fats [such as olive oil, unsalted nuts and avocado], with enough calcium, potassium and omega-3 fatty acids and at a calorie level that helps maintain a healthy weight," said Cynthia Sass, a registered dietitian in New York City. And don't assume that you can reduce stroke risk by adding supplements to your diet for a few weeks, Sandon... (MEDLINEplus)
Neutralizing Acidosis And Bone Loss Among Mature Adults Feb 11, 2009
A group of 78 volunteers had been provided either of two bicarbonates potassium or sodium along with their usual diet and exercise regimes. Key bone mineral nutrients were controlled to reduce variation in study outcomes. (Science Daily)
Drug Combinations Putting Seniors at Risk Feb 7, 2009
Lisinopril (Prinivil) plus potassium can elevate blood-potassium levels and disrupt heart rhythm. Warfarin (Coumadin) plus simvastatin (Zocor) can increase bleeding risk. (MEDLINEplus)
Millions of seniors use risky drug combos Feb 7, 2009
Lisinopril, a blood pressure drug, taken with potassium, which combined can cause abnormal heart rhythms. Potassium is often prescribed to restore low levels of this important mineral caused by certain blood pressure drugs. (MSNBC -- Health)
Does vitamin E help scars heal any faster? Mar 24, 2008
" As you might have guessed, it did work. I continue to take calcium-magnesium each night and no longer have cramps. One exception: I bowled six games in succession and later that afternoon awoke from a nap with an excruciating cramp in my leg. I took three calcium-magnesium tablets with a glass of water, and the cramps were soon gone. Others might like to know about this. Thanks for the suggestion. Calcium, magnesium and potassium are all essential minerals for muscle function. Other readers... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Take steps to eliminate PMS Mar 3, 2008
Sandon explains that this is because calcium and potassium help muscles contract and relax. Calcium might also help to reduce food cravings as well as lower back pain, she adds. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Whole Foods Market(R) Launches New Premium Body Care(TM) Standard to Help Shoppers Identify and Choose Highest Quality Natural Products Available Mar 1, 2008
The Premium Body Care standard allows only milder preservatives that are shown to function properly -- such as potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate -- yet have a lower likelihood of causing cosmetic-related allergies and sensitivities. Parabens and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (i. (PR Newswire)
New year health check| Jan 26, 2008
It is a rich source of protein, essential fatty acids, B vitamins, potassium, calcium, chromium and other essential minerals. Spirulina may also help to boost your immune system and mental vitality. (iAfrica.com)
Nutrition Drink Aids Older Hospitalized Patients Dec 29, 2007
The nutritional supplement provided 100 percent of the Reference Nutrient Intakes for older adults for vitamins A, C, D, E, B1, B6, B12, folic acid, niacin, biotin, and pantothenic acid, as well as the minerals potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorous, iron, zinc, iodine, copper, manganese, and selenium, the investigators report in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. Quality of life assessments after 6 weeks did not identify significant differences between the patients who received... (MEDLINEplus)
Curing and preventing a hangover Dec 21, 2007
Bananas replenish electrolytes and potassium, which are keys to recovery. Kiwi fruit and sports drinks have a similar effect. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
USDA revises food program for women and children Dec 8, 2007
The National Milk Producers Federation said reducing milk and cheese support would deprive many WIC participants of key nutrients, such as calcium and potassium. USDA, which oversees the state-run programs, said states have until Aug. 5, 2009, to implement the changes. (Reuters)
Help! I'm not feeling better Dec 7, 2007
Myhre: Florinef, Provigil, Cortef to increase cortisol levels, Yasmin [a birth control pill] to even out hormone levels throughout the month, and Vitamin B12 shots, Vitamin D, potassium, magnesium, and evening primrose oil. Cohen: How many different doctors prescribed these. (CNN)
HealthSport Launches PediaStrips With Meijer's SuperCenters Dec 6, 2007
This innovative new product formulated by InnoZen, Inc., HealthSport's research and manufacturing facility, provides an edible film strip-delivery system that contains sodium, potassium and chloride. PediaStrips are designed to deliver these electrolytes to children who are at risk for dehydration due to vomiting or diarrhea. (Primezone Releases)
More Corn Means More Stover to Utilize Nov 30, 2007
Ohio State University Extension Fertility Specialist Robert Mullen says from a pure fertilizer value, corn stover contains a little phosphorus and moderate amounts of nitrogen and potassium ... Thus stover does have some fertilizer value especially with regard to potassium that may require some additional fertilizer input in subsequent years, but soil testing should be conducted to validate the need for additional nutrients, Mullen says. (Agri-View, WI)
Comfrey for the Urban Herbalist Oct 22, 2007
Farmers have also fed comfrey to their families as a nearly unparalleled source of protein, potassium, calcium, and vitamins A, B12, and C. To that end, it can be eaten in salads, sauteed along with other vegetables, or drunk as a comforting tea. While comfrey has finally gained some acceptance from the official medical community, there is also a quite a bit of fear surrounding the consumption of comfrey. (Suite101.com)
Choosing alternative cancer therapy Oct 17, 2007
Gerson s cure through diet therapy consists of high potassium, low sodium diet with no fats or oils and minimal animal proteins. Raw organic juices of fruits and vegetables are consumed, along with supplements and caffeine enemas to facilitate the excretion of toxic cancer bi-products by the liver and the dialysis of toxic products from blood across the colonic wall. (Cadillac News, MI)
E-911 board members should reconsider positions Oct 16, 2007
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Halina Hladysz: Two berries with great medicinal properties Sep 11, 2007
They are also a rich source of antioxidant flavonoids, calcium, potassium and carotenoids. Thus, these berries can be taken regularly as part of the diet to strengthen capillaries (including in the eyes), veins and arteries; enhance circulation; reduce inflammation; and prevent histamine response in seasonal allergies. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
How Well Do You Burn Calories? Sep 9, 2007
You're also getting potassium and vitamin A in the process. "The key with food is you want to put your body through a metabolic workout," Peeke says. (Forbes)
The joy of almonds Sep 7, 2007
If you run down the list of other nutrients, you will find that almonds offer potassium, calcium, phosphorous, iron and monounsaturated fat. The is a real nutritional bonus for only 160 calories. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Lewisville center sweats the small stuff, and the big stuff, and everything else Aug 31, 2007
"We have to watch him closely because he's tough, won't take himself out of a game. But we can tell when he's getting tired or overheated. His eyes start to roll back. When we see that, we keep him on the sideline with us.''Everybody sweats, but Jordan didn't realize how bad he had it until he passed out one day at practice before his sophomore season. Lewisville's coaches piled ice bags on Jordan and took him home as soon as they felt comfortable he could get up and walk.Jordan said that night,... (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Fight the fat: What you need to know to avoid the Freshman 15 Aug 28, 2007
Leaner proteins legumes, low-fat dairy products, egg whites, skinless chicken, white fish, shellfish without butter and lean pork and beef cuts have fewer calories than their counterparts and still include minerals such as magnesium, potassium and calcium, each of which bolsters nerve function. Fats without feet nuts, vegetable oils and fish are unsaturated fats that allow better absorption of other nutrients and help stave off hunger cravings. (Quad-Cities Online)
Ethanol byproduct aiding North Dakota ranchers Aug 28, 2007
Concerned in Mandan wrote on Aug 27, 2007 11:38 AM:" Hopefully the Department of Health and other agencies will monitor the impact of the "end" end product as well. Manure composition changes with use of distillers' grain. I don't want our water quality to be impacted by higher "nutrient" (phosphorus and potassium)" load on our fields. There's a story idea for the Tribune. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Blood pressure: Winning numbers Aug 15, 2007
Eat plenty of potassium ... Potassium helps rid the body of too much sodium by acting as a diuretic. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Foods Counteract Drugs' Effects Jul 17, 2007
Diuretics are prescribed for patients with high blood pressure or congestive heart failure, but they deplete the body of zinc, magnesium and potassium ... If you doctor agrees, add 3,500 mg of potassium. (Newsmax)
Less sodium, more potassium will reduce blood pressure Jul 3, 2007
And eat more foods that are rich in potassium. Q: How does potassium help ... A: Well, here's the interesting twist: Clinical studies have shown that potassium can lower blood pressure and even reduce the necessity for blood-pressure medication. (AZCentral -- News)
Death Risk for Low Potassium Heart Patients Jun 8, 2007
New research from the University of Alabama at Birmingham indicates that patients with heart failure who have low to low-normal serum potassium levels are at increased risk of death. The study, published this month in the European Heart Journal, is the first to look directly at the long-term effect of low potassium levels in a population of propensity-matched heart failure patients ... "Our findings showed that heart failure patients with low to low-normal (less than 4 mEq/L) potassium levels... (Newsmax)
Letter carrier on the lookout May 27, 2007
Health-care workers there said Stidham s potassium level was dangerously low, and they gave him supplements to increase it. He stayed at the hospital until May 18. (News Enterprise Online)
Grass Could Pose Risk For Cattle May 3, 2007
SDSU Extension Range Livestock Production Specialist Eric Mousel said the combination of high potassium and low magnesium and calcium in lush, rapidly growing forages is thought to be the primary cause of grass tetany. Because of the increased forage production and growth rate, cattle grazing nitrogen-fertilized pastures are generally at higher risk. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Big Mac brekkie 'ups' the blood pressure Apr 25, 2007
For the study, 30 healthy young adults fasted the night before, then consumed either a high or low-fat breakfast; both meals contained about 825 calories, and the low-fat breakfast included supplements to balance it for sodium and potassium; the fast food meals also contained about 42 grams of fat each. Two hours later the two groups were subjected to standard physical and mental stress tests while having their cardiovascular responses measured. (News-Medical.net)
A Steady, High-fat Diet Is Bad, But The News Gets Worse Apr 24, 2007
Both meals had the same number of calories and the low-fat breakfast included supplements to balance it for sodium and potassium. Two hours later the two groups were subjected to standard physical and mental stress tests while having their cardiovascular responses measured. (Science Daily)
A high-fat breakfast can lead to an unhealthy day Apr 24, 2007
The 30 volunteers fasted the night before then consumed meals which contained the same number of calories the low-fat meal had supplements to balance it for sodium and potassium. Two hours later both groups were subjected to four different tasks; a mathematical test, a public-speaking exercise, submerging arms in ice water, and having a blood-pressure cuff kept on their arm. (Ars Technica)
"Get Wise" to Spring Cleaning Safety Apr 10, 2007
Oven cleaners can contain sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide, both of which are extremely corrosive to eyes, skin, and lungs. Scouring powder may contain chlorine bleach, which should never be mixed with other cleaners because of the risk of forming toxic gases. (WREG.com, TN)
Up Close & Edible: Licorice Apr 10, 2007
According to the National Institutes of Health, licorice has been linked to salt and water retention and low potassium levels. It can also cause an increase in levels of cortisol, a hormone linked to high blood pressure. (MSNBC -- Health)
Anna Nicole Latest: Diaries Exposed, Doctor Investigated Apr 6, 2007
Also missing were 79 tablets of the anti-seizure medications Topomax and Klonopin; and at least two dozen diuretics, antibiotics, antivirals and potassium supplements. The newly disclosed documents did not mention the strong painkiller methadone or the anti-anxiety pill Ativan, both of which were found in Smith's system. (Access Hollywood)
One doctor wrote all 11 prescriptions for Anna Nicole Apr 5, 2007
The records also show 62 tablets of the anti-anxiety drug Valium were missing from a prescription less than two weeks old at the time of Smith's death; 79 tablets of the anti-seizure medications Topomax and Klonopin; and at least two dozen diuretics, antibiotics, antivirals and potassium supplements. Perper said despite the huge quantity of drugs, it was not clear how much was ingested by Smith herself. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
Public gets lesson on the new fad diets Mar 25, 2007
Vitamin B, calcium and potassium deficiencies are also potential problems, among a long list of negative side effects. Another popular diet, the Weight Watchers plan, which operates by assigning points to different foods based on nutritional values, can be successful because it encourages balance and portion control and promotes group support, which can be beneficial to the weight loss process. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Make Your Own Pet Food Mar 24, 2007
Supplements: 2 tablespoons canola oil a multivitamin made for dogs 1;4 teaspoon potassium chloride (salt substitute) calcium supplement. --Adapted from "Prepared Dog and Cat Diets" by Strombeck D. Home. (WFOR.com, FL)
Lupus Nephritis Mar 15, 2007
Dietary recommendations include limiting protein, sodium, dietary fats, and potassium. Drugs that affect kidney function, particularly non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen should also be avoided. (Suite101.com)
Why Supplements Are Good For You Mar 1, 2007
Many commercial fertilizers include trace minerals, but most focus on phosphorus, nitrogen, and potassium - the bare minimum that plants need to grow. Studies have shown that mineral depletion affects the nutrients in the food grown on such land - causing as much as a 75% drop in trace minerals. (Suite101.com)
It was the blaze that killed Feb 20, 2007
One of the briefcases examined by the police was about 26 inches long and comprised an IED made out of sulphur and probably ammonium nitrate or potassium nitrate. There was also a timer and a detonator attached to it. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Combustible material triggered blasts: Probe Feb 20, 2007
NEW DELHI: Preliminary investigation into the nature of explosives used to trigger the blasts in the Samjhauta Express on Monday revealed a crude mixture of sulphur and potassium nitrate and kerosene-filled glass bottles ... Ruling out the possibility of the use of deadly RDX, forensic experts from National Security Guards and central security agencies found that a low grade mixture of potassium nitrate with sulphur had been packed in a suitcase along with several bottles filled with kerosene,... (India Times, India)
Lower your blood pressure| Feb 17, 2007
This is high in potassium, and will keep sodium levels in check. Use regular salt at the dinner table, but replace normal salt while cooking your veggies. (iAfrica.com)
Amherst company to sell aid for hangovers, dehydration Feb 13, 2007
"Enlyten SportsStrips" are designed to replenish electrolytes like sodium and potassium that the body sweats out during exercise, without the sugar that sports drinks contain. In a somewhat different vein, "Restore" hangover strips claim to relieve the effects of exercising one's elbow. (Buffalo News)
Moringa Association of Ghana inaugurated Jan 31, 2007
The Moringa plant christened as the 'Miracle Tree' and 'Green Gold", according to health experts, contains seven times vitamin c as compared to equivalent of weight of oranges; four times vitamin A as in carrots; four times calcium in cow's milk and three times the potassium in bananas as well as twice the protein in cow's milk and yoghurts. Moringa is said to have all the food nutrients required for the body and also prevents 300 diseases including hypertension and diabetes. The Methodist... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Boosting your brain power and other Mackie tips Jan 29, 2007
They contain vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, magnesium, calcium, and potassium, which help regulate heartbeat ... If you compare peaches and bananas ounce for ounce, peaches have six times more potassium ... Along with other minerals like calcium and magnesium, proper intake of potassium may help reduce your blood pressure by as much as 13 points, according to studies. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Is a Healthy Diet a Get Out of Jail Free Card? Jan 25, 2007
Kristin Meyers and Joby Martin report in the that "prisoners who received doses of zinc, iodine, potassium, and magnesium committed 37 percent fewer violent offenses" while incarcerated. They also point to a study conducted in the 1980s that analyzed the hairs of 27 murderers, including that of Charles Manson, and found significant zinc deficiencies. (Utne.com)
New Year's Resolution: Soy - Good Taste, Good Health Jan 9, 2007
"Many studies about soy and cancer and soy and thyroid have fed or injected animals with high doses of some of the isoflavones contained in soy," explained Nancy Chapman, Executive Director of SANA. "These findings are not applicable to humans." There are few foods that alone can boost health -- and soy foods that are cholesterol free, low in saturated fat, high in fiber, iron, potassium, and high quality protein are counted among those healthy foods. Check for up-to-date information on soy and... (PR Newswire)
FDA proposes health claim for calcium and vitamin D Jan 8, 2007
On the other hand, use of potassium citrate or similar salts can help protect bone health, according to a study published a study published in the November issue of The Journal of The American Society of Nephrology. Vitamin 12 seems to be also helpful, according to the Framingham Osteoporosis Study. (Food Consumer)
Proposed FDA claim recognizes role of key nutrients in dairy in reducing osteoporosis risk Jan 6, 2007
Together, milk, cheese and yogurt provide excellent sources of calcium and vitamin D. In addition to calcium and vitamin D, the U.S. Surgeon General's Report on Bone Health and Osteoporosis recognizes the role of many other nutrients in dairy foods, including magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and protein, that work together to help protect bones. The report also recognizes the importance of regular physical activity in contributing to bone health. (EurekAlert!)
Kitchen resolutions Jan 4, 2007
At the same time, consuming potassium-rich fruits and vegetables can help because an adequate supply of potassium helps control blood pressure. Learn to read labels. (AZCentral -- Home)
Can Pill Mean New Year's Revelry Without Regret? Jan 1, 2007
The top five ingredients in all of the products reviewed on Pearson's website were everyday supplements vitamin C, vitamin B, thiamine, calcium and potassium ... "Hangover cures that contain vitamin C, B1 and B12, thiamin, calcium and potassium will likely not do much to help with the symptoms of a hangover," she says. (ABC News)
