Vitamin Related Nutrients
CHOLINE:
One of the few substances that can penetrate the brain membranes, raising levels of acetylcholine a neurotransmitter that may improve focus and memory. Acetylcholine is also necessary for stimulating the contraction of all muscles including the facial muscles. This may help maintain a youthful appearance. Choline also seems to help with controlling cholesterol, keeping arteries clear. It is found in egg yolks, liver, whole grains, green leafy vegetables such as spinach and fish.
INOSITOL:
Required for proper formation of cell membranes. It affects nerve transmission and helps in transporting fats within the body. It is also necessary for the normal metabolism of insulin and calcium. It is found in nuts, beans, milk, whole grains, lecithin, wheat and wheat bran, cantaloupe melon, egg yolks, liver, fish and oranges.
BIOFLAVANOIDS: SOMETIMES KNOWN AS VITAMIN P;
There are over 500 different types of Bioflavonoids with some of the more common ones being herpseridin, myrecetin, nobiltein, rutin, tangeritin and quercitin. They maintain the health of cell membranes and collagen and they increase the effectiveness of antioxidants, most notably Vitamin C, which is the vitamin that they are found alongside with in food. It is water-soluble and the best sources are apricots, cherries, cantaloupe melon, papaya and the skin and pith of citrus fruit.
CO-ENZYME Q10: UBIQUINONE;
It has a widespread distribution throughout the body and is used by the body to metabolise food into the fuel ATP (adenosine triphosphate) that the body needs for energy. It is a powerful antioxidant that protects the body from free radicals and also acts as a bodyguard for Vitamin E, which is vital for cell membranes and keeping blood cholesterol at a healthy balance. Some research has indicated it might help increase sperm count in men and it has been shown to help in the healing process, particularly in the mouth and gums. It is essential for the immune system and heart function. Best sources are fish and meat particularly the heart and organ meats, egg yolk, milk fat, wheatgerm and wholegrains, but usually needed in supplementation form.
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