Friday, May 11, 2007

Vitamins and Minerals

  • VITAMIN E-400 IU daily; anti-inflammatory
  • VITAMIN C-250-500mg twice daily
  • ZINC-30 mg twice daily; anti-inflammatory
  • CALCIUM-600mg daily; strengthens bones
  • BORON: 1-3 mg daily with food; helps the body absorb calcium and magnesium
  • MAGNESIUM- 250 mg daily; strengthens bones and relaxes muscles
  • COPPER: 2 mg daily
  • GLUCOSAMINE SULFATE: 500 mg. three times daily. Can rebuild cartilage in joints and has been studied by the American College of Rheumatology as an effective treatment for rheumatoid arthritis.
  • NIACINAMIDE: 500 mg three times daily; anti-inflammatory and heals damaged cartilage. Can cause liver damage and aggravate diabetes, low blood pressure, ulcers, and glaucoma, so have a doctor monitor you if you take this supplement.