A Health, Fitness, and Nutrition Directory - Nutritional Supplements

Dietary Supplements & Exercise Supplements

Nutritional Supplements are all over the place these days. There are separate supplements for anything, and multi-supplements for everything. Supplement manufacturers are popping up all over the place. So which supplements should we choose and why should we choose them?

Fish Oil & Flaxseed Oil

Omega-3 Fatty Acid (Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) or EFA supplements combat bad cholesterol, raise good cholesterol, promote the production of natural testosterone, assist in recovery,improve the cardiovascular system, and help keep our hair smooth and shiny.

Glucosamine & Chondroitin

Glucosamine is a form of amino sugar that is believed to play a role in cartilage formation and repair. Chondroitin sulfate is part of a large protein molecule that gives cartilage elasticity. Together, these two supplements can be taken as a proactive measure against the degredation of cartilage due to intense exercise or old age.

Protein Supplementation

People of all ages can benefit from increased protein in their diet, from to .8 grams of protein per pound of body weight to 2 grams per pound, depending on the person’s daily exercise regimen. Additional meals or snacks comprised of 20-30 grams of protein should be consumed twice daily for optimum digestion and dietary impact.

Serious Weight Training Supplements

Creatine, XTend amino acid complex by Scivation, Surge by Biotest, ZMA, NO Xplode by BSN (contains creatine). I am also currently using 5-HTP for mood elevation and indirectly for appetite suppression, and Melatonin to help me get to sleep at night. If I were to embark on a fat loss mission, I would also get some Biotest Hot Rox Extreme.

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