A healthy lifestyle includes good nutrition, regular exercise, and an adequate amount of sleep every night. Taking vitamins can enhance your good health efforts as well, but how do you know which ones to take? The dentists at Four Corners Dental Group, serving Wasilla and Anchorage, AK, provide an overview of some of the vitamins men and women should take daily for overall health and wellness.

• Vitamin D: Men and women can both suffer from vitamin D deficiencies, which comes primarily from sun exposure. Since many people are either working inside or liberally applying sunscreen when outside, they aren’t getting the maximum amount of vitamin D, which helps with brain functions, hormonal balance, and bone health. This also includes oral health, which is an added benefit for your dentist. Taking a supplement when sunlight is in shorter supply gives you the necessary vitamin D. 
• Vitamin B12: Medications, such as those for diabetes and blood pressure, can inhibit the absorption of vitamin B12. B12 supplements help with metabolic function, preventing fatigue and aiding with cellular processes.
• Vitamins A, C, & E: These vitamins are powerful antioxidants that fight free radical damage, which accelerate aging and can lead to heart disease and brain cancer. Additionally, vitamin C helps fight colds and illness.
• Vitamin K: This vitamin aids in building strong bones, helping the blood clot, and preventing heart disease. Vitamin K is plentiful in green, leafy vegetables, as well broccoli and eggs.

Taking these vitamins daily can supplement your healthy lifestyle and prevent deficiencies. The professional dentists at Four Corners Dental Group also recommend periodic dental visits to ensure overall health and wellness. Call them at (907) 258-3384 to schedule an appointment, or visit them online for more information about the services offered, including dental implants and cosmetic dentistry. You can also like them on Facebook for the latest updates.