5 Key Nutrients For Women

1. Omega 3 Fatty Acids
2. Vitamin D
3. Vitamin E
4. Magnesium
5. Potassium

Omega 3 Fatty Acids play an essential role in keeping your body supple.  It is very good if you suffer from arthritis.  If you are unfortunate enough to have varicose veins then you will benefit greatly from ensuring that you eat Omega 3 foods such as Salmon and Tuna.  Salmon contains higher amounts of Omega 3 than Tuna.   Studies have conclusively shown that other disorders including high blood pressure can be greatly reduce by taking regular amount of Omega 3.

Vitamin D can be gained through spending a small amount of time in the sun each day.  Vitamin D is absorbed through your eyes and skin.  A world leading specialist by the name of Professor Holick states that the best time to absorb the sun is between the hours of 11am and 3pm.  He further states that if you spend 5 – 10 minutes in the sun daily during the warmer months, you will store up enough Vitamin D to see you through the colder months.

Spending time in the sun absorbing Vitamin D will lower the risk of you developing cancer.  Medical research has also proven that you will lower the risk of developing other disorders such as multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis and diabetes.  Vitamin D also produces calcium which is essential for strong teeth and bones.

Foods that contain magnesium include almonds, cashews, avocado, brown rice, spinach and potato.  Magnesium can be found in and green plant food and contains chlorophyll which is essential for brain functioning.  A deficiency in magnesium can lead to disturbances in your muscles and your central nervous system.

Potassium helps to maintain an acid balance in your body and is good for hydration and a healthy heart.  It strengthens arteries and strengthens blood vessels in relation to aging.  You can find potassium in foods such as bananas and potatoes as well as other fruits such as apricots.  It is believed that 1 banana a day will give you all the potassium you need daily.   A mild deficiency in potassium may cause you to develop a severe bout of diarrhoea, sweating or vomiting.  You may also experience muscular weakness, whilst severe deficiency may lead to heart failure.  Some specialists believe one piece of potassium rich fruit or vegetable can reduce the risk of a fatal stroke by 40%.Lastly Vitamin E is essential if you want to maintain a high level of anti-oxidants which is essential for warding off the signs of aging.  Vitamin E is easily attainable and the best sources come from wheat germ oil, sunflower oil and roasted peanuts.  Vitamin E also aids in fertility.

If you want to maintain optimal health and stay fit and healthy, then include these 5 essential nutrients in your diet.  You may also be surprised to know that these 5 essential nutrients will also ward off early signs of dementia and other brain degenerative diseases.