Birth Control Pill May Triple Risk Of Crohn's Disease In Women With Family History Of The Condition. Mar 16, 2015 01:16 PM By Dana Dovey @danadovey. The birth control pill may cause complications for women with a family history of Crohn's disease.
Vitamin C also has detoxifying effects, and due to its ability to cross your blood-brain barrier, it can help remove heavy metals from your brain. Vitamin D, a steroid hormone produced in your skin in response to sun exposure, also has profound effects on your brain.
And, he adds, because vitamin C is one of the nutrients sensitive to stress, and [is] the first nutrient to be depleted in alcoholics, smokers, and obese individuals, it makes it an ideal marker for overall health. 2. Colds. When it comes to the common cold, vitamin C may not be a cure. But some studies show that it may help prevent more serious complications. There is good evidence taking vitamin C for colds and flu can reduce the risk of developing further complications, such as pneumonia and lung infections, says Moyad. 3. Stroke.