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HOW DO SUPPLEMENTS WORK?

March 13, 2019

Whether you’re leery of reaching for that bottle of supplement or just wondering how supplements work and if they are safe, this blog is for you.

 

More than 50% of all Americans take one or more health supplements regularly to enable them to get the necessary nutrients and improve their health.

 

But why do we need them in the first place?

 

While it’s not impossible to get all of the essential nutrients you need if you’re consuming lots of healthy foods, it’s not exactly easy to do, realistically speaking. And supplements can definitely be useful for filling in gaps in your regular diet. What supplements can’t guarantee is a magical, overnight cure, treatment, or prevention of disease. So manage your expectations!

 

Before we go any further, remember to speak with your physician or health care provider prior to taking any health supplements. This is important!

 

That said, how do supplements work?

 

Supplements can enhance health in different ways. Let’s have a look at some of them here:

 

  • Calcium, for instance, helps keep bones strong while vitamin D aids the body’s calcium absorption. Both help reduce bone loss.

 

  • Vitamins C and E are antioxidants and block cell damage. Vitamin C also boosts immunity.

 

  • Folic acid is needed by women who are of age to bear children as it decreases the risk of certain birth defects.

 

  • Iron is important for mothers during pregnancy to help decrease the risk of specific birth defects.

 

  • Vitamin D is needed by newborns and babies to supplement their limited sunlight exposure. 

 

  • Vitamin B12 helps keep nerve and blood cells in shape. (MUltivi)

 

  • Apple Cider Vinegar promotes a healthy heart and maintains a fully functional cardiovascular system by managing blood sugar and increasing good cholesterol.

 

  • Fish oil supports a healthy heart and fights against heart disease.

 

  • Probiotic supplements keep your gut healthy and aid digestion.

 

  • L-Glutamine transports nitrogen to your muscles and helps with metabolism. It also supports the immune system, energy restoration, and protein synthesis. Glutamine supplements support your body to sustain heavy workouts without depleting your natural glutamine levels.

 

  • Ashwaghanda reduces blood sugar and cortisol levels, essentially lowering stress and anxiety.

 

  • Whey Protein increases protein consumption to help repair and grow your muscles after working out.

 

  • Berberine fights against cancer, depression, infections, fatty liver, and even heart failure. It’s a strong antioxidant and has powerful anti-inflammatory properties.

 

  • Beta-Alanine supplements boost endurance and generate more Carnosine to help stabilize your muscles’ PH levels and enhance your athletic performance.

 

  • Collagen supplements promote healthy skin, hair, and nails as you age. It supports skin elasticity, smoothes fine lines, tightens loose skin, and address dryness.

 

  • Creatine improves muscle gain, and strength boosts athletic performance. It helps you perform better at activities requiring high levels of physical exertion. (CP)

 

  • Glucosamine supplementation promotes joint health, repairs cartilage, and other tissues as you age.

 

  • Ginko Biloba is a potent antioxidant and reduces inflammation due to specific conditions such as heart disease, cancer, arthritis, and irritable bowel disease. It also boosts circulation and promotes heart health.

 

  • Multi-Vitamins take care of your overall health and keep your body supplied with essential nutrients you don’t always get from supermarket-quality food.

 

There are many other supplements out there but these are arguably some of the most important ones. When it comes to enhancing your health and body composition, I suggest you begin with the basics. Get your doctor’s advice on which supplements would work best for your specific needs.

 

It’s also important to read the labels to know what nutrients are contained, what the active ingredients are, the serving size, and the nutrients per serving.

Havasu offers a wide-range of supplements with carefully chosen ingredients and third-party tested to help provide the highest quality nutritional supplements that can visibly make a difference in people’s lives.

 

Whether it’s Collagen, Ginko Biloba, Omega, and many others, Havasu will take you on your way to a healthier, happier life. Check out our complete line of health products here!

 

Disclaimer: This blog is not intended to substitute for medical advice or professional medical treatment. Always consult your doctor prior to starting any health supplement.

 

Information taken from these great sources:
HOW DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS WORK
DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWKNTARY SUPPLEMENTS: WHAT YOU NEED
SHOULD YOU TAKE DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS? A LOOK AT VITAMINS, MINERALS, BOTANICALS AND MORE
10 ESSENTIAL SUPPLEMENTS AND WHY YOU SHOULD TAKE THEM
SUPPLEMENTS: NUTRITION IN A PILL?

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