Supplements

It is recommended and it is possible to get all your nutritional needs from the foods you eat daily, but it does take some intricate planning and a perfect day to get them all in every day. So, if you’re like me, taking supplements is just a little insurance that my body doesn’t suffer from my poor planning. Your doctor may also advise you to take a particular supplement such as folic acid if you are of child bearing age. On the other hand, too much of a supplement can be toxic. An example would be vitamin A which can cause liver damage or nervous system disorders. So, always talk with your doctor about the supplements you need and in the correct amounts for your situation. Remember, also, to include your list of supplements with your prescription list when seeing your doctor since they can interact with one another and cause adverse effects. You might also try over the counter supplements for other conditions like high cholesterol or allergies which may be more cost effective for you.
Some diet gurus believe that stress will slow down your metabolism when dieting and suggest that a dieter take an anti-stress formula vitamin and mineral compound. Chromium also is believed to help prevent sweet cravings and fatigue. A capsule dosage of 100 micrograms, three times a day before meals should help alleviate those nasty hunger pangs.  I have taken this when limiting my sugar intake and it really does help my cravings.

Do some research of your own and talk with your doctor. If you plan ahead and eat healthy you may feel you don’t really need supplements at all. But it’s nice to know there’s help in the wings for us Type A personalities who never have time to do it all!