Nutrition

Sunshine does more than lifts spirits and tans the skin. It also gives us the power of Vitamin D and all its benefits. We will cover those benefits below along with what supplements you could use to get your daily dose of Vitamin D if you can’t get outside. Dosage Recommendations from the US Institute of Medicine suggest that an average daily intake of 400–800 IU, or 10–20 micrograms, is adequate for 97.5% of individuals. It is possible to take to much of vitamin D, so please speak to a health professional before taking more than the recommended dose. Deficiency… Read More »

Through the last decade, the avocado has become known as a magical and healthy fruit. You will continuously see it being mentioned as one of the healthiest things to include in your diet. You will also see trending beauty products that contain avocado oil for anti-aging properties to provide youthful looking skin. It is ascribed with lots of properties that for some might seem a bit ridiculous. However, the thing is that Avocado is, in fact, a unique food. One of the main reasons behind this is that unlike other fruits, which are an excellent supply for carbohydrates, Avocado provides… Read More »

Staying hydrated is always important but becomes even more critical during the summer months when dehydration becomes a significant risk. Drinking water is important to provide your body with the fluids it requires. However, diet also plays an essential role in the foods we eat impacting on our hydration levels. But what are some of the best, and worst, foods to eat if you want to stay hydrated during summer? Foods To Hydrate The Body  Studies show that around 20 percent of our fluid intake comes from the foods we eat. In the summer months, where sweat can rapidly deplete water stores,… Read More »

If you’re having trouble achieving deep, restful sleep and you haven’t considered your zinc levels, now may be the time. It’s a mineral naturally found in trace amounts in our bodies that perform roles like aiding in cell division and the breakdown of carbs. Zinc helps metabolize food and balances hormones. Studies now show that taking extra zinc before bed can lead to more restorative sleep. Zinc alone does not help you fall asleep, but it does aid in more profound, less fitful sleep. It suppresses the nervous system and acts as an antidepressant. Lowering anxiety levels, in turn, helps… Read More »

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is the herb from the mint family that bears its name due to fresh lemon scent it releases. Although it’s grown all over the world, it’s native to Europe, West Asia, and North Africa. You may find some at the farmer’s market, in a grocery store or even right in your garden. Lemon balm usually comes in the form of extract, oil, tincture or salve, but it’s also widely used in cooking and tea recipes. Lemon balm has a variety of useful qualities and can be of great aid for our health. For example, it can… Read More »

Intro To Zinc When you are experiencing anxiety or feeling weighed down by extra stress, it can feel impossible to take hold of those symptoms and regain happiness. There’s good news ahead. You can naturally enhance your mood and lift yourself out of that negative, sluggish state. One powerful mineral your body relies on for DNA synthesis, immunity and even your sense of taste also have influence over your mental and emotional well-being. Zinc is an essential building block for hundreds of activities within your body. The more sufficient your zinc levels, the less likely you are to experience feelings… Read More »

With a growing interest in the nutritional supplements market, we here at Ageless Nutrition thought it might be time to reflect upon some of the health benefits of Fenugreek. This lesser-known white flowering herb produces pungent seeds which we then grind up to produce a curry spice – but there is so much more to the humble Fenugreek than first meets the eye and it has a number of healthy side effects that you would never think possible! We picked out some of our favorite Fenugreek health benefits for your entertainment!   Fenugreek Helps Mothers Make Milk Perhaps one of… Read More »

More than a few of us experience various setbacks in the bedroom department – and that goes for both women and men. Erectile dysfunction can become a huge problem for men… but the loss of libido and sex drive is equally as likely to happen to women. Luckily modern medicine has started to regain some of the natural remedies we used to rely on before science took hold… That’s not to say we are back to using leeches; but rather that traditionally used ancient herbal treatments are being examined scientifically to find out how they work. Thus it is with Ashwagandha, which… Read More »

Ashwagandha has long since been relied upon for its wonderful health benefits. This Evergreen shrub grows naturally in India and is a known vital component of Ayurvedic medicine. Not only do the roots and fruit of this plant have some fantastic health benefits for the body – but they also help to keep the mind cool, calm and collected too. We here at Ageless Nutrition put together this article for you to teach you how to use Ashwagandha to help reduce stress and anxiety! Ashwagandha – How does it work? The Ashwagandha plant is dried out and ground up to… Read More »

Fenugreek is an often overlooked herb which has a variety of fantastic health benefits; as well as its own unique taste. Traditionally, the plant is harvested and dried out before it is ground into a fine powder which makes a lovely curry spice – but Fenugreek is also useful to breastfeeding mothers because it contains properties which help boost milk production. Here at Ageless Nutrition, we wanted to share this good news about Fenugreek and to try and find as much information about it for you as we can! Fenugreek – How does it work? Fenugreek has a number of… Read More »