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The doctor of the future will give no medication but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease”—Thomas A. Edison (1847-1931)

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Iodine is a mineral that is needed in the diet to ensure that the thyroid works properly.

Thyroid hormones play an important role in a wide range of bodily functions, including metabolism, bone health, immune response, and development of the central nervous system (CNS)

The sources include:

Seaweed
Iodized salt
Cheddar cheese
White Bread
Egg
Reduced Fat milk.

Its deficiency when severe can result in goitre, a swelling on the neck.

Have you ever seen a person with iodine deficiency?

Do tell.

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Iron is a mineral vital to the proper function of hemoglobin, a protein needed to transport oxygen in the blood. Iron also has a role in a variety of other important processes in the body.

Sources include:

Dark Chocolate
Cooked spinach
White beans
Chickpea
Lean, ground beef

What's your favorite source of Iron?

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Calcium is responsible for strengthening bones and teeth, regulating heart functioning, blood clotting, transmission of nervous system message,enzyme function.

Calcium Sources include:
A. Breakfast cereals, fruit juices, bread, some plant-based milks.
B. Snacks like Almond Nuts.
C. Sardines and canned salmon (bones included)
D. Vegetables: Broccoli, collards and spinach
E. Milk, yoghurt, cheese and buttermilk.
F. Supplements.

It is better to get calcium from food than supplements.

How do you supply your body with Calcium?

We'll like to know.

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TrybeDeseo.

Happy New Week Tryber!!

It is said that the best doctors give the least medicine, this is not to say that they don't give medicines but would lay emphasises on the need to incorporate a healthy lifestyle which can be done by switching some habits.

We hope that the goal is all round fitness for you.

May you continue to succeed in all your endeavours and flourish in your body and soul.

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TrybeDeseo

Vitamin E!

The vitamin that helps with the communication of the cells.

It's responsible for skin elasticity, preventing tissue damage.
It lowers the risk of heart problems and cancer.

The sources include:
Almond Nuts, Peanuts, Cashew Nuts, Vegetable Oil, Spinach and Brocoli.

Vitamin E does wonders for your skin, so it has been noticed according to research that people overuse and abuse it.

What else have you heard about this vitamin?

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T.G.I.F.

Vitamin D!
Popularly known as the "Sunshine Vitamin"
It helps the body to absorb calcium to build strong bones, reduces inflammation and induces cell growth.

How do you get you daily dose of Vitamin D?

Do you stand in the sun before 12 noon each day, Do you use a supplement?

Do tell.

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Vitamin C!

This vitamin is also called ascorbic acid, it is for growing and repairing tissues in the body.

Great immune booster, and vital antioxidant.

It sources include citrus fruits, kiwi, pineapple, mango, potatoes, tomatoes e.t.c

If you're prone to cold, it is advised that you raise your Vitamin C intake .

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