Are
Supplements needed in order to live a healthy lifestyle?
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We are what we eat, so why live off processed items and so many supplements? Do we need them? |
What are
supplements?
Why and
when should we take them?
The FDA states that a dietary supplement is a
product intended for ingestion that contains a "dietary ingredient"
intended to add further nutritional value to (supplement) the diet. A
"dietary ingredient" may be one, or any combination, of the following
substances:
·
a vitamin
·
a mineral
·
an herb or other botanical
·
an amino acid
·
a dietary substance for use by people to supplement
the diet by increasing the total dietary intake
·
a concentrate, metabolite, constituent, or extract
Dietary supplements may be found in many forms such
as tablets, capsules, softgels, gelcaps, liquids, or powders. Some dietary
supplements can help ensure that you get an adequate dietary intake of
essential nutrients. Others may help you reduce your risk of disease.
A dietary supplement is meant to
provide nutrients that may otherwise not be consumed in sufficient
quantities. This is the reason I am definitely not against supplements. I
feel they play a role in our hectic lifestyle. This does NOT mean you
should over consume them! Your body is made to adapt. Over using a supplement
will cause more problems than benefits. I recommend discussing the use of
supplements with your doctor, especially if you have any health
conditions.
Many are in search for a magic nutritional formula
to help them perform better and control their weight. People often intake food
supplements and drugs to help them achieve their goal. But people need to
remember the supplement industry is very competitive. They sell products
promising to build muscle, enhance performance, and help reach that
perfect body. What's real and what is the hype? Money, money, money!
I think supplements are important for those who
have a busy lifestyle. They also can play a crucial role when trying to make
gains (add muscle), or for weight loss (to some extent). One very important
macronutrient for both weight gain and loss is protein. Most people do
not consume enough. If I tell my clients to check their total daily intakes,
protein is very low with carbs and fats being the highest.
This is where I think protein shakes would be a
great supplement. If you’re just being lazy and want to drink all day then good
luck on real gains and hopefully you won't be hungry throughout the day.
Protein shakes are broken down and absorbed into your body a lot faster than
solid foods. Yes they are important when you're in a rush, post workout to
recover faster, or when your intake for protein is REALLY high. Other
than that I say EAT YOUR FOODS! Here are recipes for shakes, just make them
work into your macro needs.
The number one supplement source I recommend is
FOOD. It provides you with proper fuel. The best part is you know what you’re
putting into your body! Exclude all these processed products if they're not
needed. Before considering any supplements, make sure you have your lifestyle
on check. What I mean by that is, are you eating a balanced meal? Have you
learned how to eat properly for your body and needs? Once you're
accustomed to a healthy lifestyle, old habits will be less frequent to
show up because you'll be aware of your needs.
Laziness should not be in your vocabulary if you
care enough about yourself and health. You must want change and make these
changes correctly to succeed long term. Now after all that is in place, I
recommend a few supplements. In the end if you have the extra cash, and
supplements will motivate you to get into the gym, then that’s great! First
invest in food and the gym, then go down list and figure out what you need. Not
all supplements are needed. Each one is unique and meant to be implemented for
different reasons.
What I
recommend depending on person and goals are:
Protein
shakes:
They have many benefits the main
effects of whey on muscle/strength are:
·
Building Blocks: It provides protein and amino
acids, which serve as building blocks for increased muscle growth.
·
Hormones: It increases release of anabolic
hormones that can stimulate muscle growth (with working out), such as Insulin.
·
Leucine: It is high in the amino acid Leucine,
which is known to stimulate muscle protein synthesis at the molecular and
genetic level.
·
Fast Absorption: Whey protein is absorbed and
utilized very quickly compared to other types of protein.
Aminos:
They can help especially during workout to deliver
energy and keep you anabolic. Dieting is catabolic, which means it can lead to
muscle breakdown. I believe BCAAs are especially helpful for maintaining muscle
mass while on a calorie-deficit diet. They're particularly useful for bodybuilding
competitors who take their physiques to the lean extreme.
ZMA:
ZMA is a combination of zinc monomethionine/asparate and magnesium aspartate plus vitamin
B6. It's strongly supported by clinical
research to be an effective supplement for enhancing muscle recovery, boosting
muscle size and strength, and even aiding fat loss.
Creatine:
This is a molecule produced in the body, where it
stores high-energy phosphate groups in the form of phosphocreatine (creatine
phosphate). During periods of stress (workout), phosphocreatine releases energy
to aid cellular function. This is what causes strength increases after creatine
supplementation, but this action can also aid the brain, bones, muscles, and
liver.
Pre
workout:
The right one can boost your strength, endurance,
focus, and muscle pump. Too much information and all ingredients play a role,
so check it out here.
Multi
Vitamin:
They are designed to protect against micronutrient
deficiencies resulting from inadequate dietary intake. Look at it as a
micronutrient insurance.
Fish oil:
It benefits us by preventing many health issues
including: heart disease, ADHD, anxiety, depression, high cholesterol,
inflammatory bowel disease, arthritis, alzheimer’s disease, eczema, diabetes,
cancer, weakened immunity, autoimmune disease and macular degeneration. Also,
it’s been proven to aid the body in weight loss, fertility, healthy pregnancy,
healthy skin and increased energy.
Calcium:
It helps the body form bones and teeth and is
required for blood clotting, transmitting signals in nerve cells, and muscle
contraction.
Vitamin
C:
It has a range of functions. It is needed to make
collagen, a substance that strengthens many parts of the body, such as muscles
and blood vessels, and plays important roles in healing and as an
antihistamine.
Electrolytes:
Electrolytes are made up of sodium, potassium,
calcium, magnesium and phosphate. They carry electrical charges that are
responsible for stimulating muscles and nerves. They also regulate the amount
of fluids throughout your body, which affects cellular function, blood volume
and blood pressure. Sodium plays the primary role in water regulation, but they
all help keep body fluids balanced.
Cinnamon
extract:
A little bit of cinnamon goes a
long way, and its antioxidant abilities are what makes it especially beneficial
to include in your diet. As little as 1/2 of one teaspoon of cinnamon daily can
have positive effects on blood sugar levels, digestion, immunity, and more.
Check out this site to see list of benefits.
Fat
burners:
The problem with fat burners and other similar
supplements is that it will not get you anywhere if you are completely
dependent on them. Regular daily diet and exercise is the biggest part of the
battle. Decreasing the daily calorie intake along with regular exercise is the
biggest part of fighting fat. Fat burner can enhance the results as a
supplement. So once diet and routine is in check, and you’re at a plateau,
that’s when I would recommend including fat burners for energy booster.
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Where to start... which one should I use? |
There's so many to pick from but doesn't mean you must get all. Try one
at a time, see what you like and what works for you. This list is only
including supplements I use or recommend, there are many more out there. I
personally love Protizyme PB protein shake and Tag glutamine supplements. I
intake my vitamin, fish oil, chromium, vitamin C, Calcium,
Aminos, and when I need that energy boost I go to pre-workout that has
creatine. These work for me and keep me motivated. Caffeine is definitely
in my diet as well as is my stimulant and a natural fat burner. Unless I
am on comp mode, I don’t intake any fat burners to aid my performance. Food is
my big player and what I invest mostly into. I hope this article helps a
little. If you go to a supplement store, the one I currently go more frequently
to is NXT on Steinway. They price match all products and are very
informative. If you live closer to Crossbay then check out Natural Body, they are amazing as well with great customer service, been going there since I started competing. Take it one day at a time and stay focused on your goals. Use
supplements to keep you on track not as a magic resource.
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