Month November 2011

The Signs & Symptoms of Zinc Poisoning

Zinc poisoning or toxicity may occur rapidly. An acute incident may occur after an episode of food poisoning or accidentally consuming too much zinc in supplement form. The Office of Dietary Supplements reports that symptoms may appear as early as…

Zinc Toxicity

If you take too much zinc, you may experience zinc toxicity, which may result in abdominal cramping, diarrhea and vomiting.  Excessive zinc intake will eventually affect the balance and proper ratios to numerous other important nutrients that may include iron,…

Zinc Deficiency

Zinc levels in blood, hair and other tissues are indicators which have been inconclusive and sometimes misleading. In the early 1980s a simple taste test was developed and reported in The Lancet. To create a test solution, dissolve 0.1 percent…

Daily Requirements for Vitamin C

The RDA for vitamins may be used as goals for each person. How much of each vitamin you need depends on your age and gender. Other factors, such as pregnancy and illnesses, are also important. In 2000, the National Academy…

Are All Fruits Good for you

Fruits and vegetables contain lots of vitamins and minerals to keep the body healthy, and the recommendation is to eat five portions a day. But non organic fruits can contain  toxins from being exposed to chemicals, such as pesticides. While…