Vitamins

Vitamin Supplements are they right for you?

Are a safety net for a diet that’s high in delicious food but low in nutrition or because your body is stressed and is using up nutrients at a higher rate than usual. Vitamin supplements can boost your metabolism and improve the way your entire body functions.

Caffeine is one of our favourite ways to get a quick energy boost. Coffee, tea, chocolate, pop and lately, energy drinks are a convenient quick fix for our flagging energy.
No matter how reviving or tasty these may be - using caffeine too much can eventually lead to the downside - restlessness, insomnia, headaches and anxiety.

Vitamin supplements, taken regularly, can deliver a powerful and consistent flow of energy and provide an amazing number of other benefits such as.......

•  Boost the production of energy at a cellular level - especially the B Vitamins and Magnesium
• Improve blood circulation to the brain and sexual organs, which increases the supply of oxygen - especially if they contain Ginkgo
• Improve your immune system by increasing white cell function and resistance to infection - especially if they contain Ginseng and Bee Propolis

Cover all your Vitamin Supplement needs by dividing them into three simple categories.....

• Multivitamin and Mineral supplement-Choose one containing as many vitamins and minerals as possible and from a reputable supplier - they should have the appropriate RDI (Required Daily Intake).

• Essential Fatty Acids - Find a capsule form of Evening Primrose Oil (Gamma Linolenic Acid) or Omega-3 Fish Oils. Aim for wild, pure sources - There are suppliers that offer good combinations of both GLA and Omerga-3 Fish oils in one capsule.

• Herbal Energy Boosters - Look for Korean Ginseng, Bee Pollen and Royal Jelly can often be found in a combination capsule or separately. Do not take Bee Pollen or Royal Jelly if you have an allergy to bees - Instead look for Korean Ginseng and Guarana supplied in combination or separately. Ginkgo Biloba is also an excellent supplement for memory and improving sexual function especially when combined with Korean Ginseng.

The benefits of vitamin supplements can start to appear in just a few days but for best results it is recommended to try gradually introducing the supplements over a six week period. To be safe consult your doctor or health practitioner before trying any new vitamins, minerals or herbs into you health regime.

by Cathryn Lajeunesse - Sept 08/08

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