Food Diet Remedy

Been through a rough night, unable to sleep adequately and end up feeling tired, irritable and with huge eye bags the next day? Worse, to top it all, you also develop a runny nose and a bad throat by noon the next day? Sleep helps our body release hormones that are necessary to boost the immune system, repair cells and protect against diseases. Also, getting enough sleep is essential for good skin and sparkling eyes. Sleep is also good for the heart. Poor sleep quality has been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases. Also blood pressure levels can rise due to inadequate sleep.

Zinc is a mineral found in most red meat products and is essential for healthy growth and development of children and even for sperm production in men. Are you deficient in zinc? Take this quiz to find out: - Do you have poor healing of wounds? - Are you having dry and rough skin? - Are you suffering from eczema? - Do you have poor growth in childhood? - Are your nails and hair growing far too slowly? - Do you have repeated and frequent infections? If you answer YES to most of these questions, you need to ensure that you have got adequate levels of zinc. Know this fact: Adequate protein intake helps improve zinc absorption in our body. Excessive fibres in cereals and phytates in spinach reduces zinc absorption. Certain medications such as oral contraceptives also affect zinc absorption. If you wish to take zinc supplements to boost up your levels, remember to take them with food to prevent nausea.

According to Newsweek® magazine - "Melatonin is the all-natural nightcap. It's secreted by the pineal gland, a pea-size structure at the center of the brain, as our eyes register the fall of darkness. "At night melatonin is produced to help our bodies regulate our sleep-wake cycles. The amount of it produced by our body seems to lessen as we get older. Scientists believe this may be why young people have less problem sleeping than older people. "Studies suggest that... supplements can hasten sleep and ease jet lag, without the hazards or side effects of prescription sleeping pills." Take melatonin only in the recommended dosage and only during periods of extreme stress. It is wise not to become dependent on any one particular supplement for what should be naturally occurring. I recommend focusing efforts more on getting oneself to relax naturally.