Vitamins, we all need them. Some vitamins are produced by the body, others you get from nature or through a vitamin pill. There is a fear of taking pills, so how will you get your vitamins then? In this blog article, we will take a closer look at the benefits of vitamin drops.
What are vitamins?
A vitamin is a micronutrient used in organisms such as humans in coenzymes. Some vitamins can be produced by the body itself, such as B3 from tryptophan and vitamin D through exposure of the skin to UV radiation (sunlight). It was once thought that all vitamins had an amine structure. This is where the name comes from: vita(le) and amine. The idea later proved to be incorrect, but the name was retained.
Vitamins are nutrients that often occur in small amounts in food and drink. It is therefore important that you follow a proper diet to get the right vitamins. This concerns micrograms to milligrams.
What happens with a vitamin deficiency?
Vitamins are important to stay healthy and vital. Vitamins ensure that your body and organs do the work they need to do properly. A vitamin deficiency can lead to complaints. This usually starts with insomnia, fatigue, listlessness, or concentration problems.
With a vitamin deficiency, your body lacks certain essential nutrients. As a result, the body does not function properly. It is therefore very important to address a vitamin deficiency quickly and be timely about it. A vitamin deficiency can lead to certain complaints. A vitamin deficiency can be recognized by various symptoms.
Vitamin A deficiency
If you have a vitamin A deficiency, you can quickly recognize it. You may experience dull hair, dry skin, and reduced immunity. A long-term vitamin A deficiency can lead to night blindness.
Vitamin B deficiency
Vitamin B is a collection of 8 different water-soluble vitamins. Vitamin B plays an important role in cellular metabolism.
- A vitamin B1 deficiency can cause abnormalities in the heart and nervous system.
- A vitamin B2 deficiency can lead to dry and flaky skin and dry lips.
- A vitamin B3 deficiency manifests as skin rash, inflammation, and fatigue.
- A vitamin B5 deficiency only occurs in severe malnutrition. A vitamin B5 deficiency can cause headaches, fatigue, and dizziness.
- A vitamin B6 deficiency mainly occurs in older people and those under a lot of stress. Symptoms include reduced immunity and depression, nerve disorders, confusion, skin abnormalities, insomnia, and nerve disorders.
- A vitamin B8 deficiency is rare. You get vitamin B8 from food. If you have a deficiency, it can lead to muscle pain, fatigue, anemia, skin disorders, and depression.
- A vitamin B11 deficiency occurs in people who eat little fruit and vegetables. Symptoms include fatigue, anemia, and birth defects.
- A vitamin B12 deficiency is common among vegetarians, vegans, or people who consume almost no animal products. A deficiency can be recognized by shortness of breath, lack of appetite, and fatigue.
Vitamin C deficiency
Vitamin C is a very important vitamin for our immune system. A deficiency in vitamin C can cause rheumatic complaints, reduced resistance, insomnia, and fatigue. You may also experience slow wound healing and bleeding gums. This can lead to scurvy.
Vitamin D deficiency
Vitamin D is a very important vitamin because our body does not produce it itself. Especially children and the elderly can suffer from a vitamin D deficiency. It is therefore important to always supplement with vitamin D. In children, a vitamin D deficiency manifests as rickets. In the elderly, the risk of bone loss increases. Severe vitamin D deficiency can cause muscle weakness or cramps.
Vitamin E deficiency
People with impaired food absorption mainly suffer from a vitamin E deficiency. Symptoms such as anemia and brain damage can result from a vitamin E deficiency. Premature babies are at risk because their digestive system is not yet fully developed. Babies with a vitamin E deficiency are more likely to develop edema, anemia, and an increase in platelet count.
Vitamin K deficiency
Vitamin K is very important for newborn babies. A vitamin K deficiency can lead to blood clotting issues in newborns. Vitamin K is often administered immediately after birth to prevent this. A vitamin K deficiency can lead to persistent diarrhea, inflammation in the large intestine, and gluten intolerance.
Is it wise to take extra vitamins?
Many people suffer from a vitamin deficiency and do not meet the recommended daily amount. This is due to poor eating habits of most people, and our ‘Western diet’ contains insufficient vitamins and minerals. Research by the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment shows that the vast majority of Dutch people do not meet the daily recommended amount of vitamins and minerals. It is therefore important to take extra vitamins.
The benefits of vitamin drops
The bigger the pill, the harder it is to swallow. There is a fear of swallowing pills and tablets. It is discouraged to give pills to young children, and for babies, we only give drops. Also, a large part of adults find it difficult to swallow pills. This can be a barrier to getting enough vitamins. A Danish study shows that at least 40% find it difficult to take pills. Some feel like the pill gets stuck in their throat, others feel nauseous or even vomit. Many also find the taste of the pill unpleasant.
This is a major reason to leave pills aside. The vitamin drops from ProHemp ensure that both adults and children get their daily recommended amount of vitamins.
Another advantage of vitamin drops is that you can dose the amount. You know exactly what you are taking in. The absorption is also much better if you drop the vitamin drops under your tongue. Your body absorbs the drops and vitamins directly through the glands under your tongue.
How do I take vitamin drops?
You can best drop the vitamin drops under your tongue. Let the drops sit under your tongue for 90 seconds and then swallow. For children or babies, you can drop the vitamin drops on a spoon and give it to your child or baby.
What are vitamin drops good for?
At ProHemp we have various vitamin drops. Above you can read what a vitamin deficiency does to your body and what the benefits of vitamin drops are. We recommend taking extra Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin K, and Vitamin E daily.
The benefits of vitamin A
- Vitamin A supports the defense system
- Vitamin A supports the immune system
- Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal skin
- Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of the mucous membranes in the intestines and lungs
- Sufficient vitamin A helps maintain the normal structure and function of the skin
The benefits of vitamin D
- Vitamin D contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system
- Vitamin D is for the whole family and can be used all year round
- Vitamin D contributes to a normal calcium level in the blood
- Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones
- Vitamin D plays a role in the cell division process
- Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of healthy teeth
- Vitamin D contributes to normal muscle function and is necessary for normal growth and development of children's bones
The benefits of vitamin E
- Vitamin E helps protect against pollution and sunlight effects
- Vitamin E has an antioxidant effect and helps protect body cells from external influences
- Vitamin E supports the (natural) defense system of body cells
- Vitamin E helps protect cells against oxidative damage from UV radiation
The benefits of vitamin K
- Vitamin K2 contributes to proper blood clotting.
- Vitamin K2 helps with normal blood clotting
All vitamin drops are mixed with hemp seed oil, flaxseed oil, and black seed oil. These oils bring many benefits.
- Hemp seed oil has many benefits. Think of promoting heart health. It can help with weight loss and strengthen the immune system. In addition, it is anti-inflammatory and can improve brain functions. It can also promote your digestion. Hemp seed oil is sometimes called Mother Nature's most perfectly balanced oil. This is because the oil has a perfect 3:1 ratio of Omega 6 to Omega 3 essential fatty acids. It also contains smaller amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acids; gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), oleic acid, and stearidonic acid. This combination is unique among edible oil seeds. Hemp seed contains all essential amino acids and all essential fatty acids that humans need.
- Flaxseed oil can help remove waste products from your body. It 'lubricates' your colon, keeping your bowel movements and digestion healthy and active.
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Black seed oil was traditionally used to treat conditions such as asthma and bronchitis, for rheumatism and other inflammatory diseases. Due to its many active ingredients, black cumin seed helps build the immune system, stimulates digestion and excretion. The seed fights parasites and regulates blood sugar. Skin conditions can be very well treated with black cumin seed oil, as well as symptoms of a cold.
It is a good source of essential fatty acids.
Would you like to know more about vitamin drops? Or do you have questions about this article? Then contact our specialists.