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25. Cosmic Radiation and B Vitamins

25. Cosmic Radiation and B Vitamins

FromThe JetLife Uncovered


25. Cosmic Radiation and B Vitamins

FromThe JetLife Uncovered

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Length:
24 minutes
Released:
May 10, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Cosmic Radiation has had an impact on air crew. In 1994 the FAA recognized this and recommended that aviation professionals, pilots and cabin crew, be informed about the exposure and health risks. There are several factors that influence exposure and the main ones are duration of flight and latitude. A research study explains how your diet, especially vitamin B3, can play an important role in protecting against ionizing radiation. Listen to full episode and the links mentioned will be down below. Supplements (use code FITAV10 for 10% discount): https://designsforsport.com/collections/retailResearch Study: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/british-journal-of-nutrition/article/high-dietary-niacin-intake-is-associated-with-decreased-chromosome-translocation-frequency-in-airline-pilots/D69D0AB9C39BFFC04B5BB55A67BFFDFChttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20932352/Cosmic Radiation PDF: https://www.ifalpa.org/media/3467/19hupbl01-aircrews-and-ionizing-radiation.pdfFAA Radiation PDF:https://www.faa.gov/data_research/research/med_humanfacs/oamtechreports/2000s/media/0316.pdf FAA CARI 6 Program: https://www.faa.gov/data_research/research/med_humanfacs/aeromedical/radiobiology/cari6mSupplements Manufacturer Certifications: https://www.nsf.org/testing/health/nutritional-supplements-cosmetics-personal-care-productsCDC Article: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/aircrew/cosmicionizingradiation.html#:~:text=The%20International%20Commission%20on%20Radiological,mSv%2Fyear%20for%20the%20public.
Released:
May 10, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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The Aviation Fitness Podcast!Improving crew member quality of life through health and fitness on the road and at home. The aviation industry is filled with many challenges to keep your health at optimum. As NASM Certified CPT and RMT Certified Intervention coach, I share my knowledge combined with experience to provide the necessary information, and advice, to overcome industry obstacles and live a balanced healthy lifestyle. After all, we want to feel good and healthy to perform at our best everyday. Enjoy!