In the previous article<\/a><\/strong>, we discussed the importance of maintaining a balance and reservoir of vitamins in the body to strengthen various systems and prevent illnesses.<\/p>Initially, when there's a vitamin deficiency, a person may not feel any symptoms. However, as the deficiency becomes significant, enzymatic activity is impaired. This can result in numerous symptoms, such as irritability, fatigue, depression, insomnia, and a weakened immune system.<\/p>
When vitamins are taken to fill these gaps, the body will first replenish its missing stores, and only afterward will improvements be felt. The time it takes to notice a difference depends on the amount the body was lacking.<\/p>
There are several specific situations where special vitamin supplementation should be considered.<\/p>
1. Pregnancy and breastfeeding – These stages increase the need for certain vitamins, especially folic acid.<\/p>
2. Smoking – Smoking can reduce vitamin C levels in the body by about 30%. There's also an increased need for vitamin E and others.<\/p>
3. Diets – Popular "crash diets" that provide fewer than 1,000 calories per day fail to deliver the necessary amount of vitamins.<\/p>
4. Stress – Prolonged physical and mental stress can lead to excessive use of vitamins, particularly those from the B and C groups.<\/p>
5. Over-consumption of sweets – Especially in children who eat excessive amounts of sweets. Vitamins are expelled in the urine when processing these sweets.<\/p>
6. Aging – The aging process is characterized by a decrease in food intake, as well as absorption, storage, and usage capabilities in the body. This can lead to deficiencies in vitamins like C, B12, B6, B3, B2, and B1.<\/p>
In all the situations mentioned above, the addition of vitamins must be considered with great care. It's critical to emphasize that decisions regarding the type and amount of vitamins should be made in consultation with nutrition and health experts. We must remember that vitamins can be harmful if taken in excessive amounts. Improper treatment might delay effective problem-solving and could even cause irreversible body damage.<\/p>
Vitamins should be consumed from well-known and trustworthy companies, with approval from the food company G.M.P and certification from the Israeli Standards Institute.<\/p>
To book home sessions with Rabbanit Rachel Betzalel, call 073-2221240 or 052-9551588.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>
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