[S1 E13] All About Myths: Do supplements actually work?
Myth: Supplements are a waste of money, you pee them out.
Are supplements actually beneficial, or are they just a waste of money? If you have ever felt confused about adding supplements to your daily diet, this episode is for you!
In this episode, we are busting the final myth of the month. Today, I want to shed some light on the world of micronutrients and debunk some of the common misconceptions surrounding supplements. Join me as I dive into the different kinds of supplements you can get, the benefits they offer, and how you can use them to support health and fitness choices.
Make sure you stick around until the end because I’ll give you the inside scoop on my favorite trustworthy supplement brands and how to figure out if you're the kind of person who could benefit the most from taking micronutrients.
In today’s episode, we cover:
[00:02:17] Are all supplements a sham?
[00:04:41] What are micronutrients and what is their purpose in our body
[00:08:24] The role of supplements and the importance of testing for deficiencies
[00:14:17] Risks of self-diagnosing and taking supplements
[00:16:25] Lack of regulation and studies in the supplement industry
[00:19:49] Tips for vetting supplement companies
[00:24:10] List of trusted supplement companies
[00:25:14] Who is the most at risk for nutrient deficiencies?
[00:27:40] Electrolytes and Hydration
[00:32:15] Other groups that are most likely deficient in micronutrients
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When you self-diagnose, you are not benefiting your unique needs and deficiencies and you could be hurting yourself more than helping yourself. So stop guessing and go get your unique answers.
Here are the four things that I look for when vetting a good quality company:
does this company do third-party testing with certification for the batches?
are they easily absorbable or are they bioavailable
what is the type of vitamin or mineral?
is it designed for specific needs?
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