Nutritional Supplements: Video Series

The benefits of flaxseed oil for women include reducing hot flashes in women going through menopause, decreasing the side effects of PMS and reducing cholesterol. Use flaxseed oil to help reduce inflammation from arthritis with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutritional supplements.

There are few potential side effects of goji juice, other than possible allergic reactions or drug interactions. Avoid goji juice when taking diabetes medications, as it may render the medication ineffective, with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutrition.

The main health benefit of goji juice is the high levels of antioxidants, which have been show to help prevent cancer. Include goji juice as part of a healthy diet, but do not expect it to fix all health problems, with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on healthy nutrition.

There are many claims about the health benefits of Tahitian noni juice, but there are no studies that can confirm that it will cure or prevent any particular health condition. Include Tahitian noni juice as part of a health diet for the antioxidants with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on healthy nutrition.

There are very few reported side effects from Tahitian noni juice, but there have been two reported cases of liver toxicity in people drinking noni juice. Be aware of possible allergic reactions from Tahitian noni juice with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutrition.

The main medical benefit of hibiscus tea is its ability to lower blood pressure as much as prescription blood pressure medication does. Find out how hibiscus tea may also help with lowering cholesterol with information from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutrition.

The side effects of Chantex include nausea, constipation, gas, vomiting, increased depression in people with a history of depression, and increased nicotine withdrawal symptoms. Contact a doctor before using Chantex to help quit smoking with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on drug side effects.

The side effects of taking fish oil supplements include fishy burps, upset stomach, diarrhea and possible interaction with prescription blood thinners. Consult a doctor before starting a regimen of fish oil supplements using advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutritional supplements.

The main benefit of distilled water is that it doesn't have any contaminants or impurities in it that could cause damage or change the flavor of something when cooking. Avoid using distilled as the main source of drinking water with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on distilled water.

Fish oil supplement benefits include decreasing triglyceride levels in the blood and reducing inflammation from arthritis. Learn about the potential benefit of fish oil decreasing blood pressure with information from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutritional supplements.

The health benefits of ginger root include reducing nausea, helping with morning sickness and reducing inflammation from arthritis. Avoid taking powdered ginger by ingesting fresh ginger or ginger tea with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutritional supplements.

The side effects of black cohosh root include reduced hot flashes in menopausal women, increased blood flow during menstruation, decreased clotting ability and cramping in women. Completely avoid black cohosh root when pregnant or breastfeeding with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutritional supplements.

Blood glucose levels in diabetics should be between 80 and 120 in the morning and less than 140 or 180 two hours after a meal depending on other health issues. Control blood glucose levels as a diabetic with help from a doctor and information from a licensed dietitian in this free video on diabetes.

The health benefits of coffee include decreased platelet aggregation, prevention of dental bacteria, reduced headaches and help with asthma. Learn how some studies show coffee to reduce the risk of Parkinson's disease with information from a licensed dietitian in this free video on healthy nutrition.

Honeycomb is believed to have health benefits related to decreasing seasonal allergies and relieving sinus congestion. Find out how studies have not proved health benefits with information from a licensed dietitian in this free video on healthy nutrition.

The health benefits of taurine include helping with neuromotor development, electrolyte regulation and liver dysfunction. Eat meat, fish, poultry and eggs to get taurine for brain function with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on healthy nutrition.

Some water ionizing companies claim that alkaline water will benefit digestions, joint pain relief and high blood pressure. Learn how all water becomes alkaline when it is ingested with information from a licensed dietitian in this free video on water.

The benefits of drinking green tea are related to the antioxidants reducing cholesterol levels, improving cardiac health and preventing cancer. Find out how the small amounts of caffeine in green tea can be beneficial with information from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutrition.

The menu for a diabetic child should include at least three meals and three snacks, with a source of carbohydrates, protein and healthy fat during each meal. Include protein to help stabilize blood sugar in diabetics with insight from a licensed dietitian in this free video on diabetic nutrition.

The benefits of vitamin E oil include possibly helping reduce the appearance of scars and working as an antioxidant when ingested. Consider that vitamin E oil may clog pores and cause acne when rubbed on the skin with information from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutritional supplements.

The possible side effects of herbal medicine include dangerous drug interactions and potential allergies. Consult a doctor or herbalist before taking herbal supplements and consider advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutritional supplements.

Meal replacement shake reviews require identifying what the meal replacement will be used for and then visiting different Web sites with detailed reviews. Check out the calorie content and nutritional makeup of meal replacement shakes with advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutritional supplements.

The benefit of combining lemon juice with cod liver oil is to mask the taste of the cod liver oil. Boost vitamin A and D, as well as omega-3 levels, with cod liver oil using advice from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutritional supplements.