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Minerals are sometimes overlooked as essential elements for our body. Zinc is vital to both humans and animals. It is found in all the cells in our body.

Zinc has a lot of functions. Here are some functions of zinc…

It stimulates the chemicals that promote biochemical processes in the body.

It helps in the maintenance of a healthy immune system.

It is required for wound healing or in healing injuries

It is important in maintaining your healthy sense of smell, sight and taste

It is required for proper DNA synthesis

It aids in optimal growth and development especially during pregnancy, childhood and adolescence.

It supports sperm development in men and is required for ovulation and fertilization in women.

It is needed in synthesizing protein and metabolism of fatty acids

It contributes to the body’s protection against free radicals

Zinc was found to be very helpful in the following conditions:

Childhood intelligence deficiency

Acne (Zinc controls bacteria and is vital for normal production of oil in the body.)

Infertility (for male)

Contact Dermatitis

Common Cold (Zinc lozenges help shorten the length of having a cold. Zinc lozenges or zinc spray can be used to prevent a cold.)

Down’s Syndrome

Wilson’s disease (This is through interfering the body’s use of mineral copper. Zinc blocks copper absorption.)

Night blindness

Wound healing

In addition to these, zinc aids in the prevention of prostate enlargement and reduction of the size of an enlarged prostate. Zinc is significant in several aspects of metabolism of hormones.

Zinc deficiencies are not as common in developed countries than in third world countries. People with Down’s syndrome, malabsorption syndromes and liver cirrhosis are more or less prone to zinc deficiencies no matter what country they are in.

In addition to these other risk factors include alcoholism, insufficient caloric intake and digestive diseases. Alcoholism decreases the units of zinc absorbed by the body and increases zinc loss in the urine.

Furthermore, vegetarians need to be more cautious because zinc absorption from plants is generally lower.

Zinc deficiency often occurs when there is inadequate intake or malabsorption, when there is an increase in zinc body requirement or when there is increased zinc losses from the body.

There is also maternal zinc deficiency. This can lead to slowed fetal growth. Breast milk does not provide enough zinc for infants 7 months and older. Breastfeeding also drain the mother’s zinc reserves. Thus, foods that are good sources of zinc should be included in her diet.

Deficiency manifests in several ways. These include diarrhea, hair loss, growth retardation, impotence and delayed sexual maturation, and eye and skin lesions.

Impaired wound healing, weight loss and mental lethargy can also be associated with zinc deficiency. However, these symptoms are also too general and too common for other medical conditions. Thus, it is best that you consult your doctor.

Zinc deficiency leads to a compromised immune system. This is because zinc is needed in T-lymphocyte development and activation.

Of course, too much of something is also bad for your health. Too much zinc supplementation can lead to zinc toxicity. This can lead to altered iron function, reduced immune function, low copper status and reduced levels of good cholesterol.

Proper diet and exercise are foundations of good health and nutrition. A multivitamin can mean just plus points to your diet or be as important as eating right. Remember to read labels to know the content and quality of what you are taking. Consult your doctor for the most suitable supplements for you.

Six hundred forty thousand years ago, a volcanic eruption magnitudes greater than the eruption of Mount Saint Helens in 1980 formed the area now known as Yellowstone National Park. Considered by many National Park vacationers as the Crowning Jewel of the United States’ National Park System, the land known as Yellowstone, was the first National Park protected by law in 1872 by then President Ulysses S. Grant. Many natural wonders can be found within the confines of Yellowstone National Park. Probably the best known of these is the geyser Old Faithful but, Old Faithful is by no means the only site worth seeing during your vacation in Yellowstone National Park. There are many must see attractions to consider during your trip to this well known National Park.

The Old Faithful Area

Old Faithful is without a doubt the most well known natural attraction in Yellowstone National Park and arguably the most well known attraction in the United States’ National Park System. Sixty percent of the world’s geysers are located in Yellowstone Park. The largest number of geysers is located in the Upper Geyser Basin. In fact, over one hundred fifty geysers are located within a one square mile area in the Upper Geyser Basin. Yellowstone naturalist staff is able to predict the eruption of at least five of the major geysers in this small area including Castle, Grand, Daisy, Riverside, and of course Old Faithful. Many other smaller geysers may frequently erupt in this area as well. You can also view numerous hot springs and a recently developed mudpot. The Old Faithful Inn is a great place to stay while visiting the Upper Geyser Basin and Old Faithful. The lobby of the hotel features a sixty five foot ceiling, a huge fireplace, and railings made of lodgepole pine. Three hundred twenty seven rooms await vacationers visiting this area of Yellowstone National Park. If you prefer cabin-style accommodations, your best bet is Old Faithful Lodge. The lodge features a cafeteria, gift and coffee shops. Guests can check in at the front desk. A popular resting place for visitors is the Knotty Pine Porch. It provides a great view of Geyser Hill and is the oldest building at Old Faithful. This building was built for F. Jay Haynes as a photo studio in 1897.

The Mammoth Area

Venture into the Mammoth area and you’ll notice the red-roofed, many-chimneyed buildings that make up part of historic Fort Yellowstone. Fourteen years of poor management of Yellowstone led officials to turn management of the National Park over to the United States’ Cavalry in 1886. For the first five years, the Cavalry, lived in Camp Sheridan but, after five bone chilling winters the soldiers built the more perminant post known as Fort Yellowstone.

Prior to 1903 visitors to Yellowstone National Park took the train to Cinnabar, Montana then climbed into horse-drawn carriages to enter the park. Eventually the railway extended all the way to Gardiner and people then entered the park through the immense stone gateway, known as the Roosevelt Arch. Designed by Robert Reamer, a renowned Yellowstone architect, the arch was designed for coaches to travel through as they entered the park. During construction, President Theodore Roosevelt was visiting the park and took the opportunity to lay the cornerstone of the arch which now bears his name. The top of the arch is inscribed with the words “For the benefit and enjoyment of the people” a quote from the Organic Act of 1872 which enabled the legislation for Yellowstone National Park.

Other Must See Sites in Yellowstone National Park.

As you enjoy your Yellowstone National Park Vacation, you’ll want to be sure to see these other sites including, the Engineers Office, built by the Corps of Engineers; the Scottish Rite Chapel and Capitol Hill, the former site of Superintendent Norris’ headquarters. The Kite Hill cemetery is a great place to visit and contains the graves of early Yellowstone settlers and employees. Another Yellowstone landmark designed by architect Robert Reamer is the Reamer House. Reamer House is a beautiful example of Prairie-style architecture. Finally, check out the photographic studio used by the Haynes family, the old roads, bridges, railroad beds and the historic structures in the town of Gardiner.

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Peace of Music, a local music solutions company, offers workshops for youth throughout the Philadelphia area via its CODA (Community Outreach, Development, and Achievement) Program. Through schools, libraries, after school and community programs, CODA provides over a dozen music related workshops, including “Hip Hop Jazz Musicology” and “Creating an Instrumental” to students ranging in age from 5 - 18. The focus of CODA Program is providing quality youth music programs that empower our children, as well as the community as a whole.

“Not only was the performance educational, it was original and interactive,” says Christolyn Carter-El, After School Leader at Charles Durham Library. “Many of the students who participated in the program are in foster homes, some are special needs and many are just plain ‘active,’ yet the healing power and ‘peace of music’ was able to reach each and every one of them. For just a moment they were able to express themselves in a creative and fun way; they were able to just be kids.”

CODA Program’s “Introduction to Latin Style & Rhythm” workshop was included as part of the Northeast Frankford Boys and Girls Club’s Open House in celebration of Latino Heritage Month. The Peace of Music team provided the children with a “hands on approach that members are still talking about,” said Ninette Cooper, Unit Director of the program.

Tangible achievements are at the core of CODA’s approach, and the program has produced several finished CDs featuring songs written and performed by the youth. “Students are able to learn about the production process from conception to completion, including creating a fully-packaged CD,” says Nathan “Doc” Jones, CEO of Peace of Music.

CODA’s new educational newsletter, “CODA Connection,” which targets parents, educators, community organizations, and community leaders will be published this Spring.

Contact:
Nathan “Doc” Jones
Founder & CEO

Peace of Music CODA Program
P.O. Box 11787
Philadelphia PA 19101-0787

www.codaprogram.com
em coda@apeaceofmusic.com
ph 888-250-6341 x703

Kaya Casper is the publisher of Naturally You! Magazine http://www.NaturallyYouMagazine.com and can be reached at kcasper@NaturallyYouMagazine.com