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Supplements 101

Supplements 101

Supplements are a type of dietary supplement that is intended to supplement a person’s diet with additional nutrients, minerals, or other substances that may be lacking or inadequate. They are widely used by people all over the world to support their overall health and well-being.

While many supplements are safe and effective, it is important to understand that they are not a replacement for a healthy diet and lifestyle. Rather, they should be used as a complementary measure to ensure that you are meeting your nutritional needs.

Types of Supplements

There are many different types of supplements available on the market today, each designed to provide a specific benefit. Some of the most common types of supplements include:

  1. Multivitamins: These are supplements that contain a variety of vitamins and minerals in one pill. They are designed to help you meet your daily recommended intake of nutrients.
  2. Omega-3 Fatty Acids: These are essential fats that your body needs but cannot produce on its own. They are commonly found in fish oil supplements and are known to support heart health, brain function, and joint health.
  3. Probiotics: These are supplements that contain live bacteria that are beneficial to your gut health. They are commonly used to improve digestion, boost the immune system, and support overall health.
  4. Vitamin D: This nutrient is essential for bone health, immune function, and overall health. It is commonly found in supplements and is especially important for people who do not get enough sun exposure.
  5. Herbal Supplements: These are supplements that contain extracts from plants and are used to support various health conditions, such as anxiety, inflammation, and sleep problems.

Benefits of Supplements

Supplements can offer many benefits when used appropriately. They can help fill nutritional gaps in your diet, support specific health conditions, and boost your overall health and well-being. Here are some of the key benefits of supplements:

  1. Improved Nutrient Intake: If you are not getting enough of certain nutrients from your diet, supplements can help you meet your recommended daily intake.
  2. Disease Prevention: Some supplements, such as omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D, have been shown to support heart health, lower inflammation, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
  3. Improved Athletic Performance: Certain supplements, such as creatine and beta-alanine, have been shown to improve athletic performance by increasing strength, endurance, and muscle mass.
  4. Reduced Inflammation: Many supplements contain antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation in the body, which can help prevent chronic diseases and support overall health.
Conclusion

Supplements can offer many benefits when used appropriately, but they should never be used as a replacement for a healthy diet and lifestyle. If you are considering taking supplements, it is important to do your research and speak with your healthcare provider to ensure that they are safe and appropriate for you. With the right approach, supplements can be a valuable tool in supporting your overall health and well-being.

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Healthy Paleo Egg Wrap

Need a quick lunch that is equally quick, healthy, and delicious?

Look no further than a Paleo Egg Wrap!
(from Jessica’s blog, @more_than_food)
Ingredients :
Grass-fed Butter (for cooking)
1 paleo (coconut) wrap
1 pasture-raised egg
1/2 avocado, sliced
Handful organic lettuce greens
A pinch of Celtic Sea salt, ground pepper, garlic powder
Instructions ::
1. Soft boil the egg.
2. Melt grass-fed butter in a pan to heat a paleo wrap.
3. Layer your wrap with the egg, greens, avocado, salt, and pepper.
4. Enjoy!
*My favorite brands :: butter (Kerrygold, Banner Butter), wraps (Thrive Market), eggs (any pasture-raised, local brand, Vital Farms)
Check out Jessica’s blog, More Than Food on IG // FB for more healthy tips and recipes! (@more_than_food)
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The Need for Probiotics When Taking Antibiotics

When we feel those sinus-like symptoms start to kick in, our society tends to turn
very quickly to antibiotics. These antibiotics eliminate the harmful bacteria
that are intruding on our systematic physiological flow (“anti”- against, “biotic”- living organisms).
Unfortunately, they also destroy the thriving bacteria that keep our guts strong.
We have so much concern with bacteria in and on our bodies that we go to extreme
lengths to eradicate them- all of them (which means destroying the destructive
and beneficial little buggers alike).

Here is a run-down of what happens when antibiotics are introduced to the body:

 

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Now, please do not misunderstand me- I believe antibiotics can have their place in our lives (i.e. in emergency situations). However, when we take them, we have to be so intentional about also giving our bodies plenty of probiotics to help support our gut’s natural ability to rid itself of harmful illnesses. In Joyce Killian’s article “The Overlooked Role of Probiotics in Human Health” in Life Extension Magazine, April 2012, she explains the impact that probiotics have on a person’s overall health. Our bodies depend on these organisms for healthy immune functioning (as the gut is host to more than 70% of the immune system), decreased inflammation, and gut flora balance. Probiotics also group together to line the intestinal walls, hence acting as a shield against the determined and harmful bacteria that want to escape into the body. Protecting the gut is foundational to a healthy and thriving body.

 

 

Food sources of probiotics

Sauerkraut
Kombucha (fermented tea)
Fermented vegetables
Organic Keifer (from grass-fed animals)
Organic Whole Fat Plain Yogurt (from grass-fed animals)

 

For personalized health plans and nutritional advising, contact us! We would love to chat with you about ways to help improve your health, so you can live a thriving life!

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Amazing Healthy Lunch Recipe!

This past Friday, I went over to my friend, Dr. David Jockers office for some catching up and bonding time.

He was going to make me lunch and since he knows that I am paleo, I figured I would be receiving a chicken salad, burger, or something else along the cavemen diet. Instead, he made me a pudding that was delicious, super healthy, and simple to make.

The pudding was packed with good fats for metabolism, a super-food to regulate hormones, and grass-fed whey for great protein. I wanted to share this healthy lunch recipe with you as I am making it a few more times this week.

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Image credit to https://drjockers.com/chocolate-pudding/

 

Chocolate Hormone Pudding

This recipe includes putting 3 ingredients into a blender and the way you have it right is when it tastes good. Here is how I usually make it:

1) 2-3 Avocados

 

2) 1 scoop Stronger, Faster, Healthier – Daily Balance (Chocolate)

 

This protein is by far the best in the market and gold standard for many Crossfit athletes. We just started carrying it as the whey is from grass-fed cows and there are no sugar, additives, or soy. If you have a protein powder now, let’s have a look at the ingredients and if you do not have a protein powder you take then this one is a must!

Available for purchase  at our office!

 

3) 1/2 cup Cacao with Maca

 

Maca is a tuber similar to a potato. Maca is well known for its ability to stimulate hormones and help keep them regulated. In todays World with low T levels and complete hormonal imbalances this super-food is essential.

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So What do you think of our healthy lunch recipe? Try our this easy to do chocolate hormone pudding and let us know in the comments below if you like it!

If you’re interested in learning more of our healthy recipe and functional nutrition, click the button below for more information! Be sure to checkout this helpful article for nutrition too.

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