Sunday, April 3, 2016

Nerve problems

People with nerve problems are usually deficient in many vitamins and can be helped by certain ingredients.
This includes niacin, B6, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12, and Biotin- which we have covered.
Here's some information on other ingredients that can help.
Thiamin- A B vitamin that helps change carbohydrates into energy, but is also involved in nerve contraction and conduction of nerve signals.  It is found in fortified food products, beef liver, pork and milk. A lack of this vitamin can cause weakness, tiredness, and nerve damage.  More info here: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002401.htm
Riboflavin- This is another B vitamin which isn't stored in the body and needs replaced daily.  It's important for body growth and red blood cells to develop.  Foods with riboflavin include dairy, eggs, green leafy veggies, and meats.  If you are low in this vitamin, you may end up with low blood levels, mouth sores, skin problems, sore throat, or growth failure.  Read more here: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002411.htm
Magnesium glycinate chelate- This type of magnesium is to supplement mineral deficiency in the body.  Magnesium is important for normal function of cells, nerves, muscles, bones, and the heart.  Most common side effect is stomach upset and taking with meals will help it.  Magnesium can make some medications not as effective- separate when you take this supplement from other medications or supplements.  Read more info here: http://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-152090/magnesium-glycinate-oral/details#uses
Zinc (Zinc amino acid chelate)- This is used to treat zinc deficiency, stomach problems and brain damage. There's little information on the amino acid chelate.  However, zinc in general is an essential mineral for life and is present in some foods or as a supplement.  It does many things in the body including immune function, protein building, wound healing, and normal growth and development. Deficiency causes growth retardation, loss of appetite, and impaired immune system function.    Read more here: http://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-151988/zinc-amino-acid-chelate-oral/details and here https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Zinc-HealthProfessional/
Copper (copper citrate)- Copper is another essential mineral that helps our body make red blood cells.  It also works on the blood vessels, nerves, immune system, and keep bones healthy.  It is in certain shellfish, nuts, beans and organ meats.  If you lack copper you can get osteoporosis or anemia.   This shouldn't be taken in large amounts because it can be poisonous.  Read more here: https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002419.htm

Acetyl L-Carnitine- this is an amino acid that helps the body produce energy.  It's used for many mental disorders, nerve problems or circulation problems.  People with thyroid problems and seizures should be very cautious using this supplement.  Read more here: http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-834-acetyl-l-carnitine.aspx?activeingredientid=834&activeingredientname=acetyl-l-carnitine
Alpha Lipoic Acid- We've talked about this awesome supplement before- it's great for everything inflammation!
Horse Chestnut Extract- This is from a plant that's seeds, bark, flowers and leaves have been used for medication making.  The seed and leaf have been used to treat varicose veins, hemorrhoids and swollen veins.  The extract has been used for blood circulation problems.This can thin the blood, so people on blood thinners need to be cautious- as do people with liver and kidney problems.  Read more here: http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-1055-horse%20chestnut.aspx?activeingredientid=1055&activeingredientname=horse%20chestnut
Butchers broom (root)-This root from a plant is used for treatment for hemorrhoids, gallstones, atherosclerosis, and symptoms of poor circulation.  It is likely safe for most people, but can cause stomach upset in some.  Read more here: http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-320-butcher's%20broom.aspx?activeingredientid=320&activeingredientname=butcher%27s%20broom
Quercetin-This is a plant pigment found in many plants and foods.  It's used to treat things like heart problems, cholesterol, circulation problems,and symptoms of many other problems.  It is usually safe for most people, but shouldn't be done in large doses every day.  Read more here: http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-294-quercetin.aspx?activeingredientid=294&activeingredientname=quercetin
As you can see, these individual ingredients have the potential to help several underlying problems that cause pain and discomfort.  


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