1. Presentation on Vitamins, Herbs and Supplements By: Sara Egold 9/20/2015 Bachelor of CapStone Unit 4 Assignment

2. A look at Vitamins and minerals Essential substances to develop and function normally. 14 known vitamins: vitamins A, C, D, E, and K, choline, and the vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, vitamin B 6, vitamin B 12, and folate/folic acid). 15 minerals essential for health: calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, chloride, magnesium, iron, zinc, iodine, chromium, copper, fluoride, molybdenum, manganese, and selenium.  Most individuals can get all of the vitamins and minerals necessary through a healthy eating pattern of nutrient-dense foods.

3. A Look at Herbs Any plants used for food, flavoring, medicine, or perfume. Variety of uses (culinary, medicinal, spiritual) Medicinal or spiritual use any part of the plant are: Leaves, roots, flowers, seeds, resin, root bark, inner bark, berries, and pericarp

4. A Look at Nutritional Supplements “Dietary supplement" in the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994. Taken by mouth that to supplement the diet. Vitamins, minerals, herbs or other botanicals, amino acids, enzymes, organ tissues, glandulars, and metabolites. Extracts or concentrates (tablets, capsules, softgels, gelcaps, liquids, bar, or powders) All forms of dietary supplements DSHEA is labeled as a dietary supplement.

5. Educational Resources NCCIH - National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health - https://nccih.nih.gov https://nccih.nih.gov http://healthfinder.gov/FindServices/Organizations/ www.cancer.gov www.mayoclinic.org/ www.mayoclinic.org/ Webmd.com  Great resources to find out more on this topic.

6. The many Benefits of the Herb Garlic Lower’s cholesterol Decrease’s blood clotting Antibacterial – antifungal – antiviral Lower’s LDL and triglycerides Raises HDL (the good cholesterol) Suppress oxidation of LDL’s Herbal antibiotic Inhibit the growth of MRSA

7. More Garlic Benefits Excellent remedy for viruses Decreases recovery time when sick Enhances immune system Antibacterial properties against oral pathogens Used topically for skin infections Acne Warts Best eaten fresh – high heat deactivates some of the benefits. One clove a day is sufficient.

8. Vitamin D – The Wonder Vitamin Vitamin D: aka vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) One of the most underrated vitamins It is not a vitamin but a secosteroid hormone Functions as a hormone-Interacts with DNA Three form: Cholecalciferol calcidiol – exsists in the blood Calcitriol – made from calcidiol in the kidneys and other tissues most potent form

9. Benefits of Vitamin D for bones Prevents rickets (vitamin D deficient disease) Treats osteoporosis (weak bones) Treats osteomalcia (bone pain) Treats bone loss from hyperparathyroidism Prevents fractures Prevents low calcium and bone w/kidney failure

10. Benefits of Vitamin D for the heart and blood Vitamin D is used for conditions like: high cholesterol High blood pressure Diabetes Obesity Muscle weakness COPD PMS Tooth and gum disease Multiple sclerosis Rheumatoid arthritis Asthma bronchities

11. More Benefits of Vitamin D Helps with skin conditions like: Lupus, psoriasis, sclerdoma Boosts immune systems Helps prevent autoimmune diseases Helps prevent cancer (17+ different kinds) Regulates mineral levels (phosphorous, calcium) Helps maintain proper bone structure

12. Vitamin C Supplements One of the more popular supplements on the market Boosts immune function Critical for: collagen metabolism, nerve transmission, and the absorption of other nutrients. Reduces the physical and psychological effects of stress. High levels of vit. C recovers from stressful situations faster than than with low levels of vitamin C. vitamin C supplements are readily available powerful nutrient from many different foods: oranges, lemons, limes, green leafy vegetables, red peppers, strawberries, broccoli

13. References KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Remedies from the Kitchen Cupboard: Garlic. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Remedies%20from%20the%20Kitchen%20Cupboard%20-%20Garlic.html KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Herbs for Fall and Winter Wellness. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Vitamin%20D%20The%20Wonder%20Vitamin.html VITAMIN D: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions and Warnings - WebMD. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-http://www.webmd.com/vitamins- supplements/ingredientmono-929-VITAMIN%20D.aspx?activeIngredientId=929&activeIngredientName=VITAMIN+D Vitamins and Minerals. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://nccih.nih.gov/health/vitamins U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_ishttp://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_is KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Making it through the Holiday Blues. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/stress/Holiday%20Helpers%20- %20Immune%20Strengtheners%20and%20Stress%20Relievers.htm

14. Presentation on Vitamins, Herbs and Supplements By: Sara Egold 9/20/2015 Bachelor of CapStone Unit 4 Assignment

15. Vitamin D – The Wonder Vitamin Vitamin D: aka vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) One of the most underrated vitamins It is not a vitamin but a secosteroid hormone Functions as a hormone-Interacts with DNA Three form: Cholecalciferol calcidiol – exsists in the blood Calcitriol – made from calcidiol in the kidneys and other tissues most potent form

16. Benefits of Vitamin D for bones Prevents rickets (vitamin D deficient disease) Treats osteoporosis (weak bones) Treats osteomalcia (bone pain) Treats bone loss from hyperparathyroidism Prevents fractures Prevents low calcium and bone w/kidney failure

17. Benefits of Vitamin D for the heart and blood Vitamin D is used for conditions like: high cholesterol High blood pressure Diabetes Obesity Muscle weakness COPD PMS Tooth and gum disease Multiple sclerosis Rheumatoid arthritis Asthma bronchities

18. More Benefits of Vitamin D Helps with skin conditions like: Lupus, psoriasis, sclerdoma Boosts immune systems Helps prevent autoimmune diseases Helps prevent cancer (17+ different kinds) Regulates mineral levels (phosphorous, calcium) Helps maintain proper bone structure

19. Vitamin C Supplements One of the more popular supplements on the market Boosts immune function Critical for: collagen metabolism, nerve transmission, and the absorption of other nutrients. Reduces the physical and psychological effects of stress. High levels of vit. C recovers from stressful situations faster than than with low levels of vitamin C. vitamin C supplements are readily available powerful nutrient from many different foods: oranges, lemons, limes, green leafy vegetables, red peppers, strawberries, broccoli

20. References KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Remedies from the Kitchen Cupboard: Garlic. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Remedies%20from%20the%20Kitchen%20Cupboard%20-%20Garlic.html KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Herbs for Fall and Winter Wellness. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Vitamin%20D%20The%20Wonder%20Vitamin.html VITAMIN D: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions and Warnings - WebMD. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-http://www.webmd.com/vitamins- supplements/ingredientmono-929-VITAMIN%20D.aspx?activeIngredientId=929&activeIngredientName=VITAMIN+D Vitamins and Minerals. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://nccih.nih.gov/health/vitamins U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_ishttp://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_is KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Making it through the Holiday Blues. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/stress/Holiday%20Helpers%20- %20Immune%20Strengtheners%20and%20Stress%20Relievers.htm

21. Presentation on Vitamins, Herbs and Supplements By: Sara Egold 9/20/2015 Bachelor of CapStone Unit 4 Assignment

22. Vitamin D – The Wonder Vitamin Vitamin D: aka vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) One of the most underrated vitamins It is not a vitamin but a secosteroid hormone Functions as a hormone-Interacts with DNA Three form: Cholecalciferol calcidiol – exsists in the blood Calcitriol – made from calcidiol in the kidneys and other tissues most potent form

23. Benefits of Vitamin D for bones Prevents rickets (vitamin D deficient disease) Treats osteoporosis (weak bones) Treats osteomalcia (bone pain) Treats bone loss from hyperparathyroidism Prevents fractures Prevents low calcium and bone w/kidney failure

24. Benefits of Vitamin D for the heart and blood Vitamin D is used for conditions like: high cholesterol High blood pressure Diabetes Obesity Muscle weakness COPD PMS Tooth and gum disease Multiple sclerosis Rheumatoid arthritis Asthma bronchities

25. More Benefits of Vitamin D Helps with skin conditions like: Lupus, psoriasis, sclerdoma Boosts immune systems Helps prevent autoimmune diseases Helps prevent cancer (17+ different kinds) Regulates mineral levels (phosphorous, calcium) Helps maintain proper bone structure

26. Vitamin C Supplements One of the more popular supplements on the market Boosts immune function Critical for: collagen metabolism, nerve transmission, and the absorption of other nutrients. Reduces the physical and psychological effects of stress. High levels of vit. C recovers from stressful situations faster than than with low levels of vitamin C. vitamin C supplements are readily available powerful nutrient from many different foods: oranges, lemons, limes, green leafy vegetables, red peppers, strawberries, broccoli

27. References KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Remedies from the Kitchen Cupboard: Garlic. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Remedies%20from%20the%20Kitchen%20Cupboard%20-%20Garlic.html KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Herbs for Fall and Winter Wellness. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Vitamin%20D%20The%20Wonder%20Vitamin.html VITAMIN D: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions and Warnings - WebMD. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-http://www.webmd.com/vitamins- supplements/ingredientmono-929-VITAMIN%20D.aspx?activeIngredientId=929&activeIngredientName=VITAMIN+D Vitamins and Minerals. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://nccih.nih.gov/health/vitamins U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_ishttp://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_is KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Making it through the Holiday Blues. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/stress/Holiday%20Helpers%20- %20Immune%20Strengtheners%20and%20Stress%20Relievers.htm

28. Presentation on Vitamins, Herbs and Supplements By: Sara Egold 9/20/2015 Bachelor of CapStone Unit 4 Assignment

29. Vitamin D – The Wonder Vitamin Vitamin D: aka vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) One of the most underrated vitamins It is not a vitamin but a secosteroid hormone Functions as a hormone-Interacts with DNA Three form: Cholecalciferol calcidiol – exsists in the blood Calcitriol – made from calcidiol in the kidneys and other tissues most potent form

30. Benefits of Vitamin D for bones Prevents rickets (vitamin D deficient disease) Treats osteoporosis (weak bones) Treats osteomalcia (bone pain) Treats bone loss from hyperparathyroidism Prevents fractures Prevents low calcium and bone w/kidney failure

31. Benefits of Vitamin D for the heart and blood Vitamin D is used for conditions like: high cholesterol High blood pressure Diabetes Obesity Muscle weakness COPD PMS Tooth and gum disease Multiple sclerosis Rheumatoid arthritis Asthma bronchities

32. More Benefits of Vitamin D Helps with skin conditions like: Lupus, psoriasis, sclerdoma Boosts immune systems Helps prevent autoimmune diseases Helps prevent cancer (17+ different kinds) Regulates mineral levels (phosphorous, calcium) Helps maintain proper bone structure

33. Vitamin C Supplements One of the more popular supplements on the market Boosts immune function Critical for: collagen metabolism, nerve transmission, and the absorption of other nutrients. Reduces the physical and psychological effects of stress. High levels of vit. C recovers from stressful situations faster than than with low levels of vitamin C. vitamin C supplements are readily available powerful nutrient from many different foods: oranges, lemons, limes, green leafy vegetables, red peppers, strawberries, broccoli

34. References KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Remedies from the Kitchen Cupboard: Garlic. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Remedies%20from%20the%20Kitchen%20Cupboard%20-%20Garlic.html KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Herbs for Fall and Winter Wellness. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Vitamin%20D%20The%20Wonder%20Vitamin.html VITAMIN D: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions and Warnings - WebMD. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-http://www.webmd.com/vitamins- supplements/ingredientmono-929-VITAMIN%20D.aspx?activeIngredientId=929&activeIngredientName=VITAMIN+D Vitamins and Minerals. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://nccih.nih.gov/health/vitamins U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_ishttp://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_is KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Making it through the Holiday Blues. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/stress/Holiday%20Helpers%20- %20Immune%20Strengtheners%20and%20Stress%20Relievers.htm

35. Presentation on Vitamins, Herbs and Supplements By: Sara Egold 9/20/2015 Bachelor of CapStone Unit 4 Assignment

36. Vitamin D – The Wonder Vitamin Vitamin D: aka vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) One of the most underrated vitamins It is not a vitamin but a secosteroid hormone Functions as a hormone-Interacts with DNA Three form: Cholecalciferol calcidiol – exsists in the blood Calcitriol – made from calcidiol in the kidneys and other tissues most potent form

37. Benefits of Vitamin D for bones Prevents rickets (vitamin D deficient disease) Treats osteoporosis (weak bones) Treats osteomalcia (bone pain) Treats bone loss from hyperparathyroidism Prevents fractures Prevents low calcium and bone w/kidney failure

38. Benefits of Vitamin D for the heart and blood Vitamin D is used for conditions like: high cholesterol High blood pressure Diabetes Obesity Muscle weakness COPD PMS Tooth and gum disease Multiple sclerosis Rheumatoid arthritis Asthma bronchities

39. More Benefits of Vitamin D Helps with skin conditions like: Lupus, psoriasis, sclerdoma Boosts immune systems Helps prevent autoimmune diseases Helps prevent cancer (17+ different kinds) Regulates mineral levels (phosphorous, calcium) Helps maintain proper bone structure

40. Vitamin C Supplements One of the more popular supplements on the market Boosts immune function Critical for: collagen metabolism, nerve transmission, and the absorption of other nutrients. Reduces the physical and psychological effects of stress. High levels of vit. C recovers from stressful situations faster than than with low levels of vitamin C. vitamin C supplements are readily available powerful nutrient from many different foods: oranges, lemons, limes, green leafy vegetables, red peppers, strawberries, broccoli

41. References KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Remedies from the Kitchen Cupboard: Garlic. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Remedies%20from%20the%20Kitchen%20Cupboard%20-%20Garlic.html KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Herbs for Fall and Winter Wellness. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Vitamin%20D%20The%20Wonder%20Vitamin.html VITAMIN D: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions and Warnings - WebMD. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-http://www.webmd.com/vitamins- supplements/ingredientmono-929-VITAMIN%20D.aspx?activeIngredientId=929&activeIngredientName=VITAMIN+D Vitamins and Minerals. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://nccih.nih.gov/health/vitamins U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_ishttp://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_is KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Making it through the Holiday Blues. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/stress/Holiday%20Helpers%20- %20Immune%20Strengtheners%20and%20Stress%20Relievers.htm

42. Presentation on Vitamins, Herbs and Supplements By: Sara Egold 9/20/2015 Bachelor of CapStone Unit 4 Assignment

43. Vitamin D – The Wonder Vitamin Vitamin D: aka vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) One of the most underrated vitamins It is not a vitamin but a secosteroid hormone Functions as a hormone-Interacts with DNA Three form: Cholecalciferol calcidiol – exsists in the blood Calcitriol – made from calcidiol in the kidneys and other tissues most potent form

44. Benefits of Vitamin D for bones Prevents rickets (vitamin D deficient disease) Treats osteoporosis (weak bones) Treats osteomalcia (bone pain) Treats bone loss from hyperparathyroidism Prevents fractures Prevents low calcium and bone w/kidney failure

45. Benefits of Vitamin D for the heart and blood Vitamin D is used for conditions like: high cholesterol High blood pressure Diabetes Obesity Muscle weakness COPD PMS Tooth and gum disease Multiple sclerosis Rheumatoid arthritis Asthma bronchities

46. More Benefits of Vitamin D Helps with skin conditions like: Lupus, psoriasis, sclerdoma Boosts immune systems Helps prevent autoimmune diseases Helps prevent cancer (17+ different kinds) Regulates mineral levels (phosphorous, calcium) Helps maintain proper bone structure

47. Vitamin C Supplements One of the more popular supplements on the market Boosts immune function Critical for: collagen metabolism, nerve transmission, and the absorption of other nutrients. Reduces the physical and psychological effects of stress. High levels of vit. C recovers from stressful situations faster than than with low levels of vitamin C. vitamin C supplements are readily available powerful nutrient from many different foods: oranges, lemons, limes, green leafy vegetables, red peppers, strawberries, broccoli

48. References KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Remedies from the Kitchen Cupboard: Garlic. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Remedies%20from%20the%20Kitchen%20Cupboard%20-%20Garlic.html KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Herbs for Fall and Winter Wellness. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Vitamin%20D%20The%20Wonder%20Vitamin.html VITAMIN D: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions and Warnings - WebMD. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-http://www.webmd.com/vitamins- supplements/ingredientmono-929-VITAMIN%20D.aspx?activeIngredientId=929&activeIngredientName=VITAMIN+D Vitamins and Minerals. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://nccih.nih.gov/health/vitamins U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_ishttp://www.fda.gov/Food/DietarySupplements/QADietarySupplements/default.htm#what_is KAPLAN UNIVERSITY: Making it through the Holiday Blues. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/stress/Holiday%20Helpers%20- %20Immune%20Strengtheners%20and%20Stress%20Relievers.htm