CALCIUM: ANOTHER WEIGHT LOSS STRATEGY

CALCIUM AND VIT D SUPPLEMENTATION

CALCIUM CUTS BONE LOSS

VITAMIN C - THE WONDER CURE

PMS - PROPER MULTIPLE SUPPLEMENTATION

CATARACTS AND ANTIOXIDANTS

CALCIUM & MAGNESIUM

A CRAMP "SOLUTION"

CHOCOLATE CRAVINGS

CHELATION & MINERAL BIOAVAILABILITY

MALNUTRITION AND THE ELDERLY

MAGNESIUM: ARE YOU "MARGINALLY" DEFICIENT?

MAGNESIUM: THE MEDICINAL MINERAL

YOUR HEALTH CARE DEBATE

THE OTHER DEBATE

"TIS THE SEASON TO BE STRESSED"

VEGETARIANISM: A 90'S APPROACH TO A HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE

WINTER BLUES AND HOLIDAYS

ANTIOXIDANT PROTECTION

SHOULD YOU TAKE EXTRA VITAMINS

MACULAR DEGENERATION STUDY SUPPORTS SUPPLEMENTATION

WHAT DO HEART DISEASE, STROKES AND ALZHEIMER'S HAVE IN COMMON? 3 B VITAMINS

Although the holiday season is over, the stress of the holiday season can linger. The holiday season is typically thought to be a joyful time spent with family and friends, but for some people the holidays are a time of stress and emotional strain. Problems arise when people feel overwhelmed with attending parties, gift giving, rushing around in crowded malls and busy traffic, and other outside pressures that may emerge. And, feelings of stress linger as people worry about post-holiday credit card balances.

People deal with stress in different ways. Some suppress their fears and anxieties. Others take the defensive and often direct their aggressions toward loved ones. During this time, it is important to remember that a positive attitude is the key to creating and inner peace for which you may be searching.

Not only does stress take its toll on you emotionally, but also affects your body and mind. This can damage your health and weaken your immune system. During times of stress the body is depleted of essential vitamins and minerals. Stress has been known to deplete the body of ascorbic acid, zinc, vitamin B6, chromium, iron and magnesium. If this is the case, you can reduce the negative effects of stress through nutrition.

First reevaluate your diet. Make sure you are eating a well-balanced diet including antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables. Since you may be lacking sufficient nutrients in your diet, supplements may be needed. Working with a certified nutritionist may be helpful in providing recommendations for a specific supplement or to identify a particular deficit. To cope with stress in your life the best remedy is to maintain a balance.

Accept the fact that there are certain obstacles you must confront in everyday life. Staying aware of these obstacles will help you to anticipate and better deal with future stressful situations. Here are some steps that may help in handling stress throughout the new year.

1. Eat right and keep your body healthy
2. Use supplements to obtain optimal health
3. Exercise and get plenty of fresh air
4. Think positive and learn to deal with conflicts
5. Share your feelings and support others
6. Look on the bright side, laugh and be happy

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