00Although I don't take any vitamins or supplements, I’ve been considering it more and more lately. Vitamins can help with diet deficiencies (I eat terribly), hair growth (yes, please!), and skin care. That last one is especially important to me, as I’m perpetually struggling with dry, red skin. Unfortunately, there are many different kinds vitamins out there, and it can be easy to do more harm than good. I've made it my 2015 mission to become more informed on vitamins with skin benefits. First step: talk to a dermatologist, Dr. Macrene Alexiades-Armenakas.Are There Vitamins Women Should Take For Their Skin Type, Such As Oily/Dry/Aging/Acne? "[People with] oily or acne prone [skin] should take beta carotene or vitamin A, which mimic the effects of Accutane. [People with] dry, cracked skin should focus on building the skin barrier, so take high omega-containing supplements such as flax seed." What Effect Can Vitamins Have On The Overall Health And Appearance Of Skin? "Vitamins are crucial to maintaining the proper structure of the skin.
Vitamin deficiencies cause redness, flaking, and a breakdown of the skin barrier or a decrease in collagen production."Which Vitamins Are Best Specifically For Skin? "All vitamins are needed, but those associated with skin rashes when deficient include vitamins A, Bs, C, D, and Zinc and essential fatty acids."How Long Does It Take To See Results? "Some work in a day or two; I just had a case of Perleche, or cracking around the mouth, and gave vitamin C, which healed the sores in just two days."Should You Consult With A Physician Before Starting To Take Vitamins? "Yes, to get an education and avoid overdosing or underdosing."Can Vitamins Have Negative Side Effects? For example, zinc toxicity has been described so you need to dose properly."_____Those last two points are especially important to keep in mind. I wouldn’t recommend going to CVS and buying any vitamins that look good; I know the gummies can be tempting. Always talk to your doctor first, especially since taking certain kinds or amounts of vitamins can actually be bad for you.
It also helps to be aware of side effects. I knew someone with epilepsy who started taking the B-complex vitamin biotin without knowing it can interfere with anti-seizure medication (although luckily she wasn’t taking medication at the time).My takeaway: I might give some omega-3 vitamins a chance (after consulting with my doctor first, of course). At the same time, I’ll also try to remember to eat more healthy food like spinach, blueberries, and salmon, because vitamins should never be a replacement for that. Do you take vitamins to improve your skin? If so, what kinds of vitamins do you take? P.S. We're giving away free products in honor of xoVain Skin Care Week! Click here to enter. What Are the Best Vitamins for Skin?Why doesn't Angie's List rate attorneys?Landscaping: What do your neighbors do that drives you crazy?How much does it cost to be a member here?How much does it typically cost to paint a 2100 square foot house on the exterior? That's very difficult to answer without seeing the house.
As one poster said, the prep is the most important part. On newer homes that don't have a lot of peeling paint, the prep can be very minimal even as low as a couple or a few hundred dollars for the prep labor. On a 100 year old home with 12 coats of peeling paint on it, then the prep costs can be very high and can easily exceed 50% of the job's labor cost.A 2100 sq ft two story home could easily cost $1000 just for the labor to prep for the paint job. That number could climb too. Throw in lots of caullking or window glazing, and you could be talking a couple or a few hundred dollars more for labor. Painting that home with one coat of paint and a different color on the trim could run roughly $1000 or more just for labor. Add a second coat and that could cost close to another $1000 for labor. For paint, you may need 20 gallons of paint. You can pay from $30-$70 for a gallon of good quality exterior paint. The manufacturer of the paint should be specified in any painting contract. Otherwise, the contractor could bid at a Sherwin-Williams $60 per gallon paint and then paint the house with $35 Valspar and pocket the difference.
$25 dollars per gallon times 20 gallons? That's a pretty penny too. That was the long answer to your question. The short answer is $2000 to $4000 and up, depending upon the amount of prep, the number of coats, the amount of trim, and the paint used.While I try to eat a perfectly balanced diet most of the time, there are just going to be those days where being healthy falls to the wayside in favor of treating myself to a something indulgent. On weekends, my usual breakfast of overnight oats or a smoothie turns into an all-time favorite: French toast. I fully condone having a treat once in a while, which is where my daily vitamins come into play. If you eat a perfectly healthy and balanced diet 24/7, you are probably getting all the nutrients you need from your food…and I envy you. But if you’re like me, taking the right supplements will give your body the vitamins and minerals it needs on those days when an afternoon ice cream cone sounds better than a bowl of fruit. Today I’ve taken the liberty of rounding up some of the best vitamins I think young women should be taking.
These are simply suggestions, and you might only need to add one or two to your diet depending on what foods you already eat. Food is your best source of nutrition, but when you have those off days, this list will help boost your body’s nutritional intake. Without further ado, here is my smart girl’s guide to vitamins… A Good Women’s Multi. If you’re going to choose one vitamin from this list, it should be a multi-vitamin that is made for women. Make sure it has folate or folic acid, which is very important for women ages 18 to 40, who someday want to have a family. A good multi-vitamin will give you a daily dose of all the things you should be eating in your diet…and more! Biotin is one of my personal favorite vitamins because it has worked miracles on my hair, skin and nails. I take 500 micrograms a day, and ever since I started I have noticed that my hair is longer and shinier, my skin is clearer, and my nails are stronger. Many multi-vitamins have biotin in them already, so be sure you’re reading your labels.
Iron is a great supplement to take for women who are menstruating because your body loses iron every month. You only need about 10-20 milligrams, but it work wonders by delivering oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. If you eat a lot of red meat (say, a serving every day) you might be getting enough iron to skip this supplement. Leafy greens like spinach and kale are also great sources of iron. Zinc is an important mineral that boosts our immune systems and helps to fight off disease. And it is an especially important vitamin for vegetarians or pregnant women. If you’re a veggie lover, you probably eat a lot of legumes, which prevent zinc from properly absorbing in your body. If you’re expecting, you should also up your zinc intake because your little one will be using up most of the amount that’s in your body. Make sure you’re getting between 8 milligrams and 11 milligrams of zinc daily. This omega-3 right supplement is fabulous for healthy hair, skin and nails, and will support your heart and blood systems.
The long list of fish oil benefits also includes helping with depression, preventing painful periods, and lowering cholesterol. Take about 1-2 grams per day. The main job of vitamin D is to regulate the absorption of calcium and phosphorus in your bones and keep your cells happy and healthy. The great thing about this vitamin is that our bodies can actually manufacture it naturally…that is, when we’re exposed to sunlight. If you live somewhere with constant cloudy weather or long winters, you might not be getting enough vitamin D. Taking 3000 IUs should help to get you back on track. Resveratrol is the powerful antioxidant that is found in grapes and red wine. Therefore, just like red wine, it has amazing anti-aging properties and is long believed to help fight cancer and heart disease. Take one capsule per day and soak up those antioxidants. Green Vibrance & Superfoods. One of my personal favorite vitamins that I take each day is called Green Vibrance by Vibrant Health.
Each capsule is filled with organic greens, freeze-dried grass juices, and concentrated super foods. I love it because when I’m having a day where I’m constantly on the go (a.k.a. living off of coffee and snacks I can easily bring in my car), this supplement has a lot of the nutrients and vitamins I would get if I had the time to sit down and eat a big leafy green salad. It certainly does not replace real fruit and veggies, which should be a staple in your daily diet. But it’s packed with a lot of good stuff. You can also buy it in powder form to add to your smoothies. Calcium is one of the most important supplements young women can take to strengthen their muscles, bones and teeth. And, studies show that when it’s taken as a combined calcium-magnesium supplement, it allows both vitamins to absorb better into your system. Just remember to take this supplement separate from your other vitamins and on an empty stomach—otherwise it can interfere with the absorption of your other nutrients.
The recommended dosage is 1000 milligrams of calcium and 400-600 milligrams of magnesium. Taking a great probiotic supplement is an amazing way to maintain intestinal functions and keep your gut and stomach healthy. Probiotics are live organisms that are considered “good” bacteria, or bacteria that strengthen the immune system and help us to digest food. My favorite probiotic is Dr. Ohhira’s Probiotics Original Formula. Just like calcium-magnesium, make sure to take this supplement on an empty stomach as well. As with all things in life, take these suggestions in moderation. Just as there are side effects for eating too much of anything, there are side effects for taking too many vitamins. Do what feels right for your body, and contact a nutritionist or a trusted doctor to help you come up with a routine that works for you. What vitamins do you take daily? Also, what health topic would you like me to cover next? Sources: Healthy Eating, Doctor Oz, WebMD, Medical News Today, WebMD, Dr. Oz