The human organism has a high degree of complexity, with an organized system of over 60 trillion cells, each with a unique structure and specific nutrient requirements for proper operation.

The essential amino acids, minerals, almost all vitamins and essential fatty acids must be supplied in the diet because the body does not produce or have to use lots of energy to synthesize some nutrients from other elements.

Studies by the U.S. government show that over 60% of the population is deficient in one or more essential nutrients.

Nowadays, it is virtually impossible to obtain all essential nutrients, just with a healthy diet. Vegetables and fruits are harvested when green, depleted of nutrients that are only developed in the ripe fruit.

Most meats are from animals that were fed hormones and antibiotics and other foods we eat are mostly processed without essential nutrients.

Besides good food, we must supplement our diet, if we give our body the raw materials for its operation.

How can we know which is the best supplement?

There are more than 3500 supplements on the market and for many people, the task of choosing your supplements is very confusing.

Follow these tips to make a good choice:

If you a healthy person, you can start with a multivitamin and mineral supplement.

If you have any specific disease, you can add a special supplement to treat that condition.

Consult your doctor before beginning any supplement or herb. The fact that they are natural, does not exclude that some of them in some patients have contraindications or drug interactions.

Because supplements are not regulated for their manufacture and pharmaceutical drugs, manufactured goods choose reputable companies on the quality of their products.

Try to become familiar with a few supplements and learn a lot from their qualities, rather than knowing “little of many”.

Follow the dosage on the label. “More” does not mean “better”.

Source: www.alimentacion-sana.com.ar
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