Your Life Optimized (5 supplements to boost your health)
1. Magnesium – involved in over 300 reactions in our bodies & over 80% of population is deficient and has unhealthy balance of 10 calcium to 1 magnesium in our estimated 70 trillion cells; this imbalance dramatically influences our health, contributing to the rise of chronic disease including
a. High blood pressure
b. Migraines
c. High cholesterol
d. Hardening and narrowing of the arteries
e. Fatigue
f. Depression
g. Kidney stones
h. Asthma
i. Blood clots
j. Bowel disease
k. Cystitis
l. Diabetes / blood sugar imbalance
m. Insomnia
n. Restless legs
o. Fibromyalgia
p. Nerve issues
q. PMS
r. Hormonal imbalances
s. Infertility
t. Osteoporosis
u. And more!
Why are we so deficient???
-diets too high in dairy and supplemental calcium (high calcium decreases absorption of magnesium)
-industrial farming has decreased soil magnesium, thus, our foods that were once high in magnesium are now much lower requiring a supplement to hit our daily needs
-diets too high in processed foods/grains that fortify with calcium and not magnesium
-Diets too high in whole grains containing phytic acid which blocks our bodies ability to absorb any magnesium (in addition to zinc and iron) eaten with it
-lifestyle factors including stress, alcohol, caffeine, sugar, perspiration, excess calcium
There are so many different forms, which form is best absorbed???
Magnesium glycinate or malate
2. Probiotic – Did you know our bacterial cells in our gut, also known as our gut flora or microbiome, outnumber our human cells 10:1?? Did you know our bacterial cells help control our immune system, neurotransmitter production/function (you know those things that make us feel happy, sad, anxious, nervous, energized), and digestion/absorption of foods amongst other roles?? Did you know our gut microbiome is largely determined at birth – vaginal vs c-section birth, breast or formula fed, moms microbiome and greatly influenced by our food choices today? The diversity of as well as number of microbiota in our gut is a key factor in prevention and even treatment of health conditions. Buy one high in CFUs and multiple strains.
3. Vitamin D Huge player in immune, bone, and brain health, if you use sunscreen regularly even more important to take daily. Approximately 42% of Americans are deficient. Some signs of deficiency include fatigue, bone pain, muscle weakness, aches or cramps, and mood changes like depression.
4. Fish Oil – Omega 3 (EPA and DHA) A recent study compared date from the US and Germany and concluded that despite adequate knowledge of the health benefits and food sources of omega-3 fatty acids, 98% of the participants fell below the optimal range.
Omega 3 fatty acids are essential, meaning our body cannot manufacture them in the body like they can other fatty acids, so we must get the from our diet. They assist with cognitive function, joint health, and cardiovascular health. Some symptoms include dry skin & hair, soft or brittle nails, rough patches of skin, attention and concentration issues, brain fog, mood swings, irritability, fatigue, poor sleep quality, high cholesterol and triglycerides.
Why are we so low?
-diets are too high in omega 6’s – optimally omega 6:3 ration is 2 or 3:1 – standard American diet including the biggest culprits - grain fed meats & eggs & vegetable oils found in every processed food - are 20:1 – when omega 6 is in that much excess of omega 3 it becomes super inflammatory wreaking havoc on your health
Take one higher in EPA for heart health & inflammation, take one higher in DHA for brain health
5. B Complex and/or mineral supplement or good basic nutrients including these
Make it the Elite Eight Supplements for Optimal Health, Anti-Aging, Performance
6. Antioxidant (lots of options – Vitamin A, C & E, Glutathione, NAC, Coenzyme 10 to name a few) – in simple terms, antioxidants prevent our insides (our cells) from rusting keeping us young and functioning at our highest level
7. Meriva (joint health, fights inflammation) – high dose curcumin bound to a phytosome for optimal absorption -
8. Amino Acid Complex – AA are the building blocks of protein. They fuel muscle gain (as we age we naturally lose mass so its important to promote the growth of lean muscle mass to prevent other health issues) and other physiological functions including enzyme production, hormone regulation, cognitive ability, neurotransmitter balance, metabolism, and energy production. All of which are key to keeping us running smoothly and feeling the best we can!
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