The Self Report: Does Your Morning Routine Include Supplements?

Why Are Supplements Necessary?

To bridge the nutritional gap, so that we maintain the proper balance of nutrients from food and supplementation. 90% of people, actually, do not get the recommended amount of important nutrients from the food they eat alone. Most of us do not meet dietary recommendations because of dieting, having a poor appetite, or our changing nutritional needs.

Nutrient absorption declines with age. As you age, malabsorption becomes a problem as your body does not have the same capability to break down and absorb nutrients just as it used to. 

Getting the right nutrients and minerals in our body can aid in disease prevention. We would rather try to prevent a disease instead of then looking for a treatment. Taking daily supplements, getting regular exercise, and making frequent trips to the doctors are important to try to prevent diseases.

As you exercise, your body uses up the energy and nutrients that have been stored in your body. It is vital to replenish these essential nutrients, fuel your energy levels, and promote recovery after an intense workout.

Harmful chemicals create free radicals that attack our digestive and immune system. Chemicals such as the pesticides and herbicides used to farm our food, or any chemicals found in our water supply, and even external environmental issues like pollution. All these increase our need for extra vitamins and minerals in our body.