Glutathione is in every cell of your body. It’s a powerful antioxidant that has many health benefits! Here are 3 Benefits of Glutathione Supplementation.
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Supplements and Working Out
Raise your hand if you look to magazines for workout advice.
It’s my favorite cardio machine pastime.
Magazines are full of advice when it comes to fitness and health. Some of them even feature great workouts. Workouts are great but alone, they alone won’t get you to your goals. You also need to have a good, healthy diet. Some people also swear by supplements to help you jumpstart your workouts.
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10 Random Products I Love
I’m a passionate of user of very few things.
Packing up to move makes you realize what you REALLY need.
So yeah… we’re moving again. As much as I loved the cross-country Route 66 drive, I’m relieved that this time we’re just going down the street. As I’m – once again – sifting through stuff, deciding what we need and what is just clutter, I realize there are a few things I’ve discovered in our first year here that I truly love. Funny enough… it’s not clothes or shoes or other “stuff.” (I’ve actually donated or tossed half my clothing since leaving Atlanta. Hooray half-assed minimalism!)
The things I’m sharing today are can’t-live-without items I’ve re-ordered more than once, and a few things that have stayed with me for at least 4 years.
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Gut Health Supplements + WIAW
I’m learning to accept help.
At least when it comes to my gut.
After learning the results of my Alcat food intolerance test, I was determined to do whatever it took to fix it. With Megan’s help, I immediately eliminated the foods I’d developed intolerances to.
Then I accepted help from a couple of friends that know a LOT about digestive health: Lindsay and Brittany. They suggested a few supplements to further help my intolerant tummy.
For a little more education, check out Lindsay’s post here. After doing some of my own research, I decided to take the following.
My Gut Health Supplements
- Aloe Vera Juice – Aloe is a detoxifier and an anti-inflammatory; it soothes the digestive tract and decreases the amount of unfriendly bacteria in your gut which keeps intestinal flora in balance
- Stress B-Complex – The B’s help to regulate adrenals, helping the body deal with stress (which has a huge impact on digestion)
- Matcha – Aside from the fact that I like the taste, matcha is a detoxifier and helps with relaxation
- Betaine HCL – Good for the producing the acid needed for breaking down foods and optimizing use of nutrients
- Probiotics – Regulates the healthy bacteria in the gut (and the lady parts)
- Colostrum – Antibodies from cows (vegans, cover you ears).… it’s touted as a “super food.” It protects the gut, helps the body to maintain proper metabolic levels, may have anti-aging benefits and increase muscle mass and muscle growth, and has been reported to have mental health and sleep-quality benefits. Further reading said it even shortens recovery time from strenuous exercise. If it works… whoa.
I ordered all of these from iHerb (where I also get my peanut four). Use discount code USO924 for $5-10 off your order!
This WIAW is week 2 with my food intolerances eliminated from my diet. I know I’ve slipped up a couple of times (I’m only human… a sad realization), but I’m militantly avoided everything in the most severe category.
Read on for my eats, and then check out Jenn’s blog for everyone else’s delicious creations!…
Fun with Supplements: SD Pharmaceuticals
Supplements are a “mystery” to a lot of people.
Supplements are NOT steroids.
I’ve dedicated a post to the supplements I take in the past, but wanted to do a quick update today. Warning: this Work It Out is largely educational/exploration. If that bores you, check out this past post on The Gun Show. Biceps are my favorite thing to work out. 🙂
The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of SD Pharmaceuticals.
In my previous supplements post I shared my reasons for taking the following. I still take each of these daily* (though I took a break while I was recovering from surgery since I wasn’t using my body in a way that needed them).
*Note: I’ve since switched Amino brands.
You guys know by know that I don’t shy away from experimenting with my diet and routines. When I was given the opportunity to try out some supplements from SD Pharmaceuticals, I was intrigued.
Some of the language used to describe the benefits gave me pause because I’m not on a weight loss mission. However, they have done some fantastic in-depth research and use the highest quality plant-based ingredients. The research on added benefits of these supplements to bodybuilders made me decide to give it a go.
Here’s what I was sent:
- Dendrobium 600 – Derived from orchids; used in Chinese medicine as a tonic and strengthener; may increase congition, and promotes the health of the stomach, kidney, and lungs
- Diindolylmethane – In the genus of plants that includes broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and kale; supports healthy estrogen metabolism and hormonal balance
- Garcinia Cambogia – Comes from a pumpkin-shaped fruit (yay pumpkin!); supports healthy serotonin levels and help reduce appetite; may impact enzymes related to fat metabolism
- Green Coffee Bean – Green coffee beans (recently made famous by Dr. Oz) are coffee beans that have not yet been roasted, thus having higher chlorogenic acid levels; that component is thought to be responsible for inhibiting fat accumulation and assisting weight loss, as well as providing healthy antioxidants
- Raspberry Ketone – From red raspberries (obv); antioxidant, may reduce fat absorption, increase calorie expenditure, and enhance fat breakdown
Supplements CAN be confusing. What to take, when to take it, how to combined it… that’s why I love that the company provides a downloadable stacking guide. I need to be hand-held sometimes.
So does it work?
I don’t think I’ve been on them long enough to have major strength gains. I haven’t noticed a weight loss or a reduction in appetite. Again, that’s not my goal. I am extremely active and don’t have weight to lose, so I think my body overrides that effect. (Others have noticed bigger changes in terms of weight loss; check out this review.)
I HAVE noticed a general mood lift, which I attribute to the Dendrobium and Garcinia. I have more energy, but not in a caffeinated-I have-the-shakes-and-need-to-do-all-the-things way. I also didn’t have any trouble falling asleep after beginning these. Energy + sleep = awesome.
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There is NO magic pill. These things may assist you in reaching goals, but the only sure-fire way to get/stay fit is to eat right and exercise.
Do you take vitamins/supplements?
Would you be curious to try any of these?
