Dr. Oz's Top 5 Natural Health Supplements for Women over 50

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Earlier this week, Dr. Oz revealed his top 5 women’s health supplements for women in their 50s looking to maintain their health and vitality. While there were not any surprises on his list, it does reaffirm what we already know: health supplements are key to a preventative care regimen. On the Dr. Oz blog, readers are encouraged to send the list to all of their friends and family members "so that we can make sure everyone we care about is taking every preventative measure possible to stay healthy." 


Without further delay, here are Dr. Oz’s top 5 health supplements for women in their 50s: 


1. Coenzyme Q10: No matter what age you are, keeping up your natural energy levels is important for overall health and wellness. Coenzyme Q10, or CoQ10, is "fundamental for energy." CoQ10 is necessary for "the basic functioning of cells," according to the Mayo Clinic. 


2. Chia Seeds: We all know that metabolism slows down as you age, often making it more difficult to maintain a healthy body weight. "Chia Seeds (the same seeds used in Chia Pets) are full of fiber and omega 3's," says Dr. Oz. Why is that important for healthy weight management? Fiber helps you feel full. 


3. Turmeric: We have written extensively on the health benefits turmeric, which is known to promote a healthy inflammatory response. But this powerful herb (which is native to Southeast Asia) also possesses antioxidant capabilities due to the high concentration of curcuminoids, which many believe help maintain cognitive function as we age. 


4. Women's Multivitamin: For women over 50, taking a multivitamin is one of the most important preventative measures they can do. It's simple: multivitamins help give your body healthy servings of natural nutrition. 


5. Calcium with Vitamin D and Magnesium: Like energy and metabolism, bone strength also tends to decrease as you age. Though maintaining bone health is important at any age, Dr. Oz notes that bone health is critical for longevity. That is why taking calcium with vitamin D and magnesium is so important for women over the age of 50.


Are you surprised by any of the supplements on this list? Are there other health supplements you use for a preventative care regimen? Please feel free to share it with us by leaving a comment. 


Disclaimer: Dr. Oz is not affiliated with nor endorses Biotropics. He also does not promote or endorse our products.

Using Herbs to Boost Your Immune System

Source: Natural News


In many countries throughout the world herbs are used as a primary healthcare tool. Much of the therapeutic aspects of modern medicine were taken from the study of ancient herbal remedies. Unfortunately, medicine has manipulated these natural plant-based properties and synthetically altered them. This process has produced toxic and often lethal side effects. The natural herbs themselves when used correctly are able to synergize with our natural systems to enhance function, coordination, and overall balance within the body.


Herbs are never meant to "treat" or "cure" an ailment. The critical philosophical understanding is that the body's internal defense and ability to heal itself is strong enough to overcome any particular illness. Sickness comes about when the body is out of balance with its environment and unable to successfully adapt. Herbs are intended to clear up any sort of imbalance allowing the body to function optimally.


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