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Antioxidants
When we talk about antioxidants we are really referring to a class of vitamin and nutritional ingredients that help fight and rid the body of free radicals - the gremlins that can cause untold damage to your body. The importance of antioxidants is nowadays accepted by even the most conservative medical fields, and people find great benefit from these nutritional ingredients in achieving optimum health.
Deficiency of antioxidants
It is thought that a shortage of antioxidants could cause, or assist in
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causing, Alzheimer's disease, cancer, cardiovascular disease, cataracts, diabetes, hypertension, infertility, macular degeneration (eye lens degeneration), measles, mental illness, periodontal disease, respiratory tract infection, as well as rheumatoid arthritis. By adding enough antioxidants to the diet, there is less oxidative stress, and aging is also slowed down.
Enemy of antioxidants
Fried and barbequed food, pollution, radiation.
Free radicals
Free radicals are formed during the process of oxidation in the body. To understand this better, think of untreated iron and air - when the iron is left exposed to the elements rust will form - oxidation will occur. In our bodies oxygen is transported through the bloodstream to where it is required for normal cell function. One problem however exists with the oxygen -it could be lacking in the number of electrons it holds. In order to keep the electron states stable, the molecules then obtain electrons from other molecules, which sets off a chain reaction. The problem with the oxygen could be with the quality of oxygen as such, which is influenced by pollution, cigarette smoke, as well as other environmental factors outside the body and poor quality oxygen could be caused by certain problems within the body as well. Other factors can lead to the production of free radicals as well, such as the exposure to radiation from the sun, or from medical X-rays, as well as environmental pollution and the diet we follow. When the body oxidizes the food to obtain the nutrients and energy, oxygen is used and unpaired electrons are released in the process. Free radicals are altered, unpaired oxygen molecules, which can cause a great deal of trouble in the body. They are a great contributing factor to the clogging of arteries and premature aging. Not all free radicals produced by the body are harmful and indeed, free radicals produced by the immune system help to destroy viruses and bacteria. Others are involved in producing vital hormones and activating enzymes that are needed for life itself. The problem arises where there are excessive free radicals in the body, which damage the cells and tissues, and the over-abundance of these free radicals creates even more free radicals in the body. In very high volumes, free radicals can alter the genetic code material of cells (DNA) themselves. Mutations that are formed by free radicals can lead to leukemia and other types of cancer as well as a host of other diseases. Not only can free radicals cause disease, but they can also damage the protective cell membrane, this leads to retention of fluids in the cells, which has a negative effect in the aging process. To fight these free radicals, antioxidants can be taken into the diet. Anti-oxidants neutralize and destroy the free radicals, helping to detoxify and protect the body. Vitamin A, Beta-carotene, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Bioflavonoids, Green tea,
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Selenium, Co-enzyme Q 10 and Grape seed extract are all considered effective antioxidants, and it might be advisable to add an antioxidant to your daily supplement intake.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, L-ascorbic acid, dehydroascorbic acid, the antiscorbutic vitamin, L-xyloascorbic acid and L-threo-hex-2uronic acidy-lactone, is a much talked about vitamin, with people claiming it as a cure-all for may diseases and problems - from cancer to the common cold. This miracle vitamin cannot be manufactured by the body, and needs to be ingested.
Deficiency of Vitamin C
When there is a shortage of vitamin C, various problems can arise, although scurvy is the only disease clinically treated with vitamin C. However, a shortage of vitamin C may result in "pinpoint" hemorrhages under the skin and a tendency to bruise easily, poor wound healing, soft and spongy bleeding gums and loose teeth. Edema (water retention) also happens with a shortage of vitamin C, weakness, a lack of energy, poor digestion, painful joints and bronchial infections and colds are also indicative of an under-supply.
Dosage
The dosage underneath is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), but be aware that this dosage is the minimum that you require per day, to ward off serious deficiency of this particular nutrient. In the therapeutic use of this nutrient, the dosage is usually increased considerably, but the toxicity level must be kept in mind. The RDA is 60 mg, per day - yet this amount will only prevent you from picking up scurvy and more recent studies suggest that an intake between 200 - 1,000 mg per day may be the most beneficial for healthy people. The recommend dosage for pregnant or lactating women is 75-95 mg per day.
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such as gastrointestinal complaints; including diarrhea, nausea and abdominal cramps. These side effects normally stop as soon as high potency intake is reduced or stopped.
Be careful of taking aspirin and vitamin C together - it may cause stomach irritation.
Enemy of Vitamin C
Antagonists that destroy this vitamin are air, heat, water as well as prolonged storage, overcooking and processing. Antacids, alcohol, antidepressants, birth control pills and steroids will also deplete this vitamin. Ongoing research is looking at the clinical use of vitamin C in the prevention and treatment of human diseases.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E, also known as tocopherol, has earned itself a reputation from spicing up your sex life to banning wrinkles and old age. One of the most important functions of this vitamin is its antioxidant properties. Vitamin E is an essential fat-soluble vitamin that includes eight naturally occurring compounds in two classes designated as tocopherols and tocotrienols. Vitamin E is an effective chain-breaking, lipid-soluble antioxidant in biological membranes, and aids in membrane stability.
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Deficiency of Vitamin E
Deficiency of vitamin E is not common, and the symptoms are not very clear cut, but may include fatigue, inflamed varicose veins, slow wound healing, premature aging and sub-fertility. When vitamin E is in short supply symptoms may include acne, anemia, muscle disease, dementia, cancers, gallstones, shortened red blood cell life-span, spontaneous abortion (miscarriage), and uterine degeneration.
Dosage
The dosage underneath is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), but be aware that this dosage is the minimum that you require per day, to ward off serious deficiency of this particular nutrient. In the therapeutic use of this nutrient, the dosage is usually increased considerably, but the toxicity level must be kept in mind. Males 300 iu (10 mg) per day and females 8 mg per day
Enemy of Vitamin E
Vitamin E is lost in food processing which includes milling, cooking, freezing, long storage periods and when exposed to air. Vitamin E should not be taken together with inorganic iron supplements as it may destroy the vitamin, while organic iron, such as ferrous gluconate and ferrous fumarate is not affected by the vitamin.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A, is also referred to as retinol and beta-carotene. Carotene can be obtained from either animal or vegetable sources. The animal form is divided between retinol and dehydroretinol, whereas the vegetable carotene can be split into four very potent groups - alphacarotene, beta-carotene, gamma-carotene and crypto-carotene. With enough beta-carotene available in the body, the body can manufacture its own vitamin A.
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Vitamin A is required for night vision, and for a healthy skin. It assists the immune system, and because of its antioxidant properties is great to protect against pollution, cancer formation and other diseases. It also assists your sense of taste, helps the digestive and urinary tracts and many believe that it helps slow aging. It is required for development and maintenance of the epithelial cells in the mucus membranes and your skin. It is important in the formation of bone and teeth, storage of fat and the synthesis of protein and glycogen.
Deficiency of Vitamin A
A deficiency of vitamin A may lead to eye problems with dryness of the conjunctiva and cornea, dry skin and hair, night blindness, as well as poor growth. Dry itchy eyes that tire easily are normally a warning of too little vitamin A. If the deficiency becomes severe, the cornea can ulcerate and permanent blindness can follow. Abscesses forming in the ear, sinusitis, frequent colds and respiratory infections, as well as skin disorders, such as acne, boils and a bumpy skin, as well as weight loss, might be indicative of the vitamin being in short supply. Insomnia, fatigue and reproductive difficulties may also be indicative of the vitamin being in short supply. Your hair and scalp can also become dry with a deficiency, especially if protein is also lacking.
Dosage
The dosage underneath is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), but be aware that this dosage is the minimum that you require per day, to ward off serious deficiency of this particular nutrient. In the therapeutic use of this nutrient, the dosage is usually increased considerably, but the toxicity level must be kept in mind. Male 5,000 IU per day (1,000 g equivalent), female 4,000 IU per day (800 g retinol equivalent), although 10,000 IU per day is normally used in supplementation.
Enemy of Vitamin A
Retinol is destroyed by light, high temperatures, as well as when using copper or iron cooking utensils. Beta-carotene rich vegetables and fruit must not be soaked in water for long periods, since the nutrients can be lost.
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Vitamin P - bioflavonoids
Bioflavonoids, also called vitamin P, are not strictly speaking a vitamin, but for easy classification, we are listing it as a vitamin. The term bioflavonoids refers to many different ingredients and includes hesperin, hesperidin, eriodictyol, quercetin, quercetin, rutin etc. This nutrient cannot be manufactured by the body and must be supplied in the diet.
Deficiency of Vitamin P
If a diet contains enough fruit and vegetables, bioflavonoids should not be deficient, but deficiency would manifest as the ability to bruise easily. Where antioxidants are indicated and none are present, bioflavonoids could be of help, as well as where iron is deficient, since they help with the absorption of iron.
Dosage
The dosage underneath is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), but be aware that this dosage is the minimum that you require per day, to ward off serious deficiency of this particular nutrient. In the therapeutic use of this nutrient, the dosage is usually increased considerably, but the toxicity level must be kept in mind. No dosage has been determined but 500 mg per day is indicated for supplementation.
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If you are suffering from cold sores, consider taking a supplement of 500 mg vitamin C and 500 mg bioflavonoids three times a day. A daily intake of vitamin C and bioflavonoids may make you less susceptible to cold sores.
Selenium
A couple of years ago, selenium used to be treated as a very toxic substance, but modern science now regards it as essential - but in small quantities. An overdose or deficiency of selenium is equally bad, and good steady amounts should be ingested - but in small quantities.
Dosage
The dosage is the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA), but be aware that this dosage is the minimum that you require per day, to ward off serious deficiency of this particular nutrient. In the therapeutic use of this nutrient, the dosage is usually increased considerably, but the toxicity level must be kept in mind. In the case of microelements, such as trace elements, the amounts are very small, yet they are still important and 70 micrograms per day is taken as the required dosage.
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and people staying in areas where the soil is poor in selenium, should also pay attention to their selenium intake.
Co-enzyme Q10
This powerful and naturally occurring compound - co-enzyme Q10 promotes chemical reactions, protecting the body from free radicals, and is also called ubiquinone. Some disagreement exists regarding its classification, where some are of the opinion that it is in reality a vitamin or vitamin-like substance.
Dosage
The dosage underneath is the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), but be aware that this dosage is the minimum that you require per day, to ward off serious deficiency of this particular nutrient. In the therapeutic use of this nutrient, the dosage is usually increased considerably, but the toxicity level must be kept in mind. No recommendation has been set.
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Green tea
The wise Chinese have used green tea for centuries and for good reason. These humble leaves have become the darling of Western nutritionally aware people, since they have great antioxidant properties, combat mental fatigue and are also used with great effect by people who suffer from various forms of cancer. For more information on how green tea in cosmetics can benefit the skin, please click here.
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The skin Dermis Epidermis Hypodermis
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Cosmetic surgery
Please note - we are not involved in plastic or cosmetic surgery, but offer these information pages for the benefit of our clients. Men and women are using cosmetic surgery more-and-more, not for vanity sake, as so some people believe, but to stay in the running in our fast paced lifestyles where health, vitality and youth is a valuable commodity, and where people often are judged (wrongly so) on how they look. General introduction Abdominoplasty (Tummy tuck) Botox injections Blepharoplasty (Eyelid surgery, Bleph) Breast augmentation (Breast Enlargement) Breast reduction Breast Lift (Mastopexy) Brow Lift (Forehead lift) Collagen and other type of wrinkle fillers Facial Implants (Chin and Cheek Enlargement, Augmentation) Facial peels and resurfacing Fat injections Hair transplants Lip Augmentation (Lip Implants) Liposuction (Lipoplasty, Liposculpture, Lipo) Micropigmentation (Permanent make-up, eyeliner, lip liner, lipstick, eyebrows) Rhinoplasty (nose surgery, nose job) Rhytidectomy (Facelift) Sclerotherapy (Spider vein removal)
You may also wish to look at some pointers on preparing yourself for cosmetic surgery, which you can view by clicking here. dermaxime anti-aging skin care youthful looking
Cosmetic ingredients
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Classification and use of ingredients AC NET Aldenine Almond Alpha hydroxy acid Alpha lipoic acid Antarcticine Apricot kernel Apricot kernel powder Aqua - Water Avocado Bacocalmine Beeswax Benzoin Bergamot Bisabolol Black mud Black pepper Borage Butcher's broom Caffeine Calendula Carnitine Carrot seed Centella asiatica Chamomile Clary sage Cocoa butter Coltsfoot Cornflower Cranberry Dragons blood Escin Evening primrose Evermat Extrapone
Eyeseryl Fennel Fragrance Frankincense Geranium Gingko biloba Glycerin Grape seed Grapefruit Green tea Heather Helichrysum Hemp seed Horse chestnut Hyaluronic acid Hydrogenated polydecene Hydromanil Horsetail Ivy Jojoba Juniper Kaolin Lady's mantle Lavender Lemon Lipolight Lime Liporeductyl Mandarin Marshmallow Melissa Mixed fruit acids MSM Myrrh Neroli Oats
Olive leaf Orange Palmarosa Pansy Papaya Patchouli Peppermint Petitgrain Pineapple Pumice Pumpkin seed Restharrow Rose Rosehip Rosemary Rosewood Sage Salicylic acid Seaweed Serilesine Silk St. Johns wort Sulfur Tea tree Tea tree leaves Thyme Titanium dioxide Vitamin A Vitamin C Vitamin E Wheatgerm Wheat protein Willow bark Witch hazel Xanthan Yarrow Zinc sulphate
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