A Report From the Mayo Clinic Says Vitamin C May Improve Mood
It may seem surprising that people with a deficiency of vitamin C may be depressed. But a report from The Mayo Clinic says that studies of hospital patients who have low blood levels of vitamin C found that their mood improved after being prescribed vitamin C. In another study of high school students those who had vitamin C supplements also had lowered anxiety levels.
More study is needed to confirm these findings, But we already know that an adequate intake of vitamin (4,000 to 6,000 milligrams of C daily in divided doses) increases immunity, keeps gums healthy so teeth do not fall out, and decrease the risk of arthritis, stroke and heart attack.
Giff’s Own CardioVibe powder is the easiest way to take vitamin C and is available online and in health food stores.
Remember that bananas and water go well with sex
Few people forget to hydrate when they go for a run or workout at the gym. Yet, a good romp in bed can require the same physical exertion. Having water on hand to replenish fluids lost from sweating, heavy breathing, and kissing will help avoid dehydration.
Bananas are a good idea too. Loaded with potassium to lower blood pressure, they also contain magnesium and calcium, all of these nutrients helping to ease strained muscles.
Putting bananas and water at the bedside can also be a fun way to signal your romantic intentions to your partner.
Some medications make it hard to burn calories.
If you’re losing the battle of the bulge, there’s a good chance you’re taking in more calories than you’re burning up. There’s a possibility that medication may be a factor. For example, insulin can lower blood sugar and stimulate appetite. Corticosteroids, on the other hand, can cause you to burn calories more slowly or to store fat. Blood pressure medication, such as beta-blockers, can cause fatigue and shortness of breath, resulting in less exercise. Other blood pressure drugs such as calcium blockers can result in the body retaining water.
