How Vitamins Interact With Your Nervous System

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Article Title: How Vitamins Interact With Your Nervous System

Author: Hana Lee

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The health and performance of the nervous system is essential

to that of the body, and the daily intake of vitamins, minerals

and other nutrients affects the ability of the nervous system to

perform its many necessary functions. There are several vitamins

and minerals that directly influence nervous system functioning

and health, and it is important to see to it that these are

consumed at adequate levels.

The Vitamin B complex is one of the most important of the

vitamins that influence the health and performance of the

nervous system, as it is members of this powerful group that

are responsible for the creation of some of the most basic

structures within the nervous system. Vitamin B12, also

referred to as cobalamin because of its cobalt content, has a

significant role in both the formation of the nervous system

and in the maintenance of its efficient and healthy operation.

It helps in the formation of the nerve cells themselves, the

most basic of the nervous system structures. In fact,

deficiencies in vitamin B12 can lead to irreversible spinal

cord degeneration. Adults need 2.4 micrograms of Vitamin B12

per day, with pregnant and breastfeeding women increasing their

intake to between 2.6 and 2.8 micrograms daily. Children,

depending on age and size, should have between .9 micrograms

and 2.4 micrograms of Vitamin B12 per day.

The other B complex vitamins important to the nervous system

include B9, also called folate or folic acid, which, in

addition to its role in the upkeep of the adult nervous system,

is involved in the production of neurotransmitters. Adults

should have at least 400 micrograms of folic acid daily, with

pregnant women increasing their daily intake to 600 micrograms

and breastfeeding women increasing their daily intake to 500

micrograms. Children should have, depending on size and weight,

between 150 micrograms and 300 micrograms of folic acid each

day.

Among the minerals that serve to enhance nervous system

function is calcium. In addition to its other functions, it

also has a role in the health of nerves and their ability to

communicate. Magnesium is a mineral that helps the body to use

calcium effectively, giving it a role in nervous system

function as well. Deficiencies in magnesium contribute to

nervousness and confusion. A lack of potassium can lead to

nervous disorders.

Proper nourishment affects every aspect of the body’s

efficiency and function, and thus affects quality of life as

well. The body functions on a delicately balance system of

chemical reactions. The nutrients we consume make up a large

part of these essential chemicals, and it is important to do

the best we can to achieve the standard recommended daily

intake levels of the vitamins, mineral and other nutrients that

our body needs. Nutritional supplements can offer a safe and

effective means of achieving those daily intake levels. If you

are unsure of the best dietary supplements for you, or are

inexperienced in using then, a consultation with a licensed

nutritionist can help you to devise a personalized nutritional

supplement plan that is best suited to your individual dietary

needs and health goals.

About The Author: This article courtesy of

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