Nutraceuticals in Annandale, VA
Nutraceuticals is a blanket term for the combination of nutrients, vitamins, dietary supplements, healthy foods and sometimes herbal products that contribute to overall wellness. Nutraceutical products are designed for a variety of uses and functions.
Request more information about nutraceuticals today: call (703) 822-5003 or contact Dr. Lynese Lawson online.
What are Nutraceuticals?
The word “nutraceutical” is a combination of the root words “nutrition” and “pharmaceutical”. The big picture of nutraceuticals is that by taking these dietary supplements, many claim to obtain the full health and medical benefits of certain foods.
Some examples of common nutraceuticals include:
- Antioxidants
- Flavonoids
- Soluble fiber
- Ginseng
- Garlic oil
- Fish oil
- Lecithin
- Inositol
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin B
- Vitamin C
- Soybean
- Whole grain
- Chondroitin
- Omega-3
There are many, many different types of nutraceuticals. This list is comprised of just some of the most common dietary supplements and vitamins. Many nutraceuticals are prepared only from natural sources, although this not always the case.
How do Nutraceuticals Work?
When working with a nutraceutical provider, having a set nutrient plan is not uncommon. These plans are developed to be either preventive or to address a specific condition through the use of nutraceuticals.
Just as there are many different types of nutraceuticals, there are a number of conditions that these dietary supplements and vitamins are designed to treat. Some issues commonly addressed with nutraceutical treatment include:
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Weight gain
- Insomnia
- Chronic pain
- High cholesterol
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Smoking cessation
- Upset stomach
- Osteoporosis
- Vitamin deficiencies
- Neuropathy
These are just a handful of the many issues that may be treated with nutraceuticals. Just like with any treatment method, the effectiveness of nutraceuticals will vary from person to person. Nutraceuticals are often, but not always, combined with nutritional counseling .
It's important to get vitamins, supplements and herbal solutions only from a trusted medical source. That's the only way to ensure you are receiving safe, complete nutraceutical solutions.
Request Nutraceutical Information Today
Those who provide nutraceuticals believe that food can be medicine. By utilizing refined, supplemental forms of the nutrients and vitamins found naturally in food, nutraceuticals have been used to treat a variety of health problems. Nutraceuticals are also part of nearly every preventive medicine plan.
Request nutraceutical information today: call (703) 822-5003 or contact Dr. Lynese Lawson online.
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