Health hazards are all around us, driving and flying are some of the most common. In this article your local naturopathic physicians are going to discuss some less common and emerging health trends putting your health at risk. We will further look at holistic medical options you can use to protect yourself against these health risks.
The First Diet Related Health Issue
The first is that the diet choices we are making are not sufficient enough to meet the bare minimum standards. The RDA of any vitamin or mineral is the bare minimum needed to prevent a disease from occurring such as rickets berry beri, etc. The RDA is not the amount of vitamins needed for your body to be at optimal health.
The Second Diet Related Health Issue
The second thing that this points to is nutrient status of foods we eat on a whole is likely declining. This has been shown in several research studies that point to declining nutrients in our soil as the culprit. Some of these studies have looked at the comparison of organic verses non-organic foods and found that the nutrient status in organic foods is significantly higher.
The Third Diet Related Health Issue
Lastly, poor nutrient status can be from poor absorption of the foods we do consume. Food allergies and foods sensitivities contribute to many health issues but also disrupt the bodies ability to properly and adequalty absorb the nutrients in the foods we do consume. So with poor food choices, a declining nutrients in the foods we do eat, and potentially poor absorption, it is little wonder why so many are barely meeting the RDA.
To combat these diet related health issues, pay close attention to the foods you are eating. It is the fuel for your body to perform essential metabolic and other critical functions. Some deficencies may show up as subtle ominous symptoms like headaches, fatigue, poor exercise tolerance. Over the long run, these deficiencies can manifest into more obvious dysfunctions. Eating organic foods can help improve your chances of getting sufficient vitamins and minerals. Supplementing with a multivitamin can also help. To be certain you are getting what you need, you can see a naturopathic physician and get a nutritional analysis.
In part 2 we will explore the topics of infectious disease and immune function, health care system, and more. To get more information on your nutritional status, click on the link below for a free consultation with one of our naturopathic physicians.