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I found this artical on vitamin D It is very imformative. I believe we can all improve our bodies with knowledge and a little effort, even if it helps us under the radar, where we can't see the change but our body is reaping the benifts of our effort. I personally take vitamin D and Calcium to try to assist my body to heal and thrive. As we age we all want that mirical, that drug or instant fix Unfortunitly miricals are not our business, but taking the best care of ourselves possible is.
Wishing you the best always!
National Osteoporosis Foundation’s Updated Recommendations for Calcium and Vitamin D Intake
Revised October, 2008
In recent years, calcium and vitamin D deficiency have been the topics of significant research and professional debate. Based on substantial research findings on consensus among the leading experts on this topic, the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is updating its recommendations for daily adequate calcium and vitamin D intake to the following amounts:
Calcium
According to NOF recommendations, adults under age 50 need 1,000 mg of calcium daily, and adults age 50 and over need 1,200 mg of calcium daily.
Vitamin D
According to NOF recommendations, adults under age 50 need 400-800 IU of vitamin D daily, and adults age 50 and older need 800 – 1,000 IU of vitamin D daily. There are two types of vitamin D supplements. They are vitamin D3 and vitamin D2. Previous research suggested that vitamin D3 was a better choice than vitamin D2. However, more recent studies show that vitamin D3 and vitamin D2 are equally good for bone health. Vitamin D3 is also called cholecalciferol. Vitamin D2 is also called ergocalciferol. Vitamin D can also be obtained from fortified milk, egg yolks, saltwater fish, liver and supplements.
Role of Calcium
Getting the daily recommended amount of calcium, whether through diet, supplements, or combination, is essential to maintaining bone strength and can play a vital role in preventing osteoporosis-related fractures.
Role of Vitamin D
Vitamin D plays a major role in calcium absorption and bone health. Vitamin D is manufactured in the skin following direct exposure to sunlight; however, there are many different factors that affect a person’s ability to make adequate amounts of vitamin D.
NOF revised its recommendations after careful consideration and review of a growing body of evidence that calcium and vitamin D deficiency is widespread throughout the world as well as in the U.S., particularly in adults 50 and older.
NOF will be working in the coming months to update its resources and materials. Click here for additional information on calcium and vitamin D.
Source:
Dawson-Hughes B, Heaney RP, Holick M, Lips P, Meunier P, Vieth R.
2005 Estimates of optimal vitamin D status. Osteoporosis Int 16: 713-716.
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Deana, In the article you posted on Vitamin D, you say you take it. What has it done for you. What improvements or changes have you noticed. Do you notice changes when you stop taking or taking Vitamin D? n other words what personal changes have you experienced with Vitamin D?
I don't really feel a difference in taking vitamin D and calcium. I do because of the studies done and the importance of taking care of one's self. A very dear and kind Dr. told me each visit"Deana if you don't take care of you no one else will." That statement and the fact that my own health problems require that I take whatever I can to assist my body replace and replinish what it lacks from my deit and enviorment. That is the best we can do for ourselves, we desire that and must do our best to take care of ourselves. If we don't WHO will?
My best to all of you. Find joy in each day, somedays we just have to look closer.
What is COPD? and Do you know anything about this? Do you have any experience with this? My aunt was just admitted to Providence Hospital with this and is receiving 98% Oxygen and a 24-hour around the clock nurse in her room.
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To try and help you with your question concerning COPD I found some good information, I would like to share with you and the other readers of our blog. We also would like to wish your Aunt the best outcome possible. She will be in my prayers. Each day is a blessing, love those around you. Don't forget to do one thing nice for someone today. The simple things in life mean the most in our hearts. Deana
Overview
From Healthwise
What is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
COPD is a lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. It is caused by damage to the lungs over many years, usually from smoking.
COPD is often a mix of two diseases:
Chronic bronchitis (say “bron-KY-tus”). In chronic bronchitis, the airways that carry air to the lungs (bronchial tubes) get inflamed and make a lot of mucus. This can narrow or block the airways, making it hard for you to breathe.
Emphysema (say “em-fuh-ZEE-muh”). In a healthy person, the tiny air sacs in the lungs are like balloons. As you breathe in and out, they get bigger and smaller to move air through your lungs. But with emphysema, these air sacs are damaged and lose their stretch. Less air gets in and out of the lungs, which makes you feel short of breath.
COPD gets worse over time. You can't undo the damage to your lungs. But you can take steps to prevent more damage and to feel better.
This is the website it has more great information.
http://health.msn.com/health-topics/respiratory-problems/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100069576
Thank you for the information on COPD I guess this is a warning to all smokers, to cut back, go to E-Cigarettes, or quit all together. Especially the part in your article that says this is irreversible once the damage is done to your lungs. So often we think the Doctors can fix whatever happens and in this case I see that is not the case. A good article on Smokers Beware. Thanks
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I am so very happy to welcome so many to Senior Life Guide. This is wonderful a oppertunity for all involved. Thank you for signing up, calling and asking question, and your feed back tells me how Keith Monen and myself, were correct in what is needed for all that surround and assist Seniors at all stages. With the support of our members, we promise to make each day count in assisting those helping other whether it is business to business or business to client. I will look forward to each contact via , phone, email, Blog or mail. Thank you once again God Bless, Deana
Hello Everyone, We are starting to recieve enquiries from families. We are also still looking for additional SL Guides in your local areas to make sure we have the coverage in each city to make all the contacts we need. The SL Guides will start passing out brochures and getting to know those that assist in the placing of the seniors. So happy with the amazing response and encoraging emails and phone calls. Makes me sure we are on the right track in being a different type of placement service.
God Bless, Deana Fountain
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