Saturday, July 16, 2011

Vitameatavegamin?!

Hello guys and gals! Most of you know that taking vitamins is a key in maintaining a healthy life style... but what about weight loss? Sure, we take multivitamins and other little supplements, but is it enough? I decided to do a little research and see what should be taken (vitamins, supplements, foods) for weight loss support.

  1. CHOLINE - Choline is taken to metabolize fat. Without enough choline, fat can get blocked in the liver. Food sources: egg yolks, wheat germ and peanuts.
  2. IODINE - Iodine is taken to stumulate the tyroid for a metabolism boost. Food sources: Sea-KelP
  3. INOSITOL - Inositol works with choline to aid in metabolizing fat. Food sources: soy, eggs and nuts
  4. CHROMIUM - Chromium processes carbohydrates and cuts down on that hungry feeling. 
  5. B2, B3, B5, B6 - The B vitamins are a help with metabolism and keeps the thyroid healthy. Food sources: wheat bran, eggs and oats.
  6. VITAMIN C - Vitamin C helps convert glucose into energy and keeps the body from storing it. Food sources: black currants, broccoli, oranges and strawberries.
  7. OMEGAS - The best weight loss supplements are multivitamins and multi-minerals. These should be taken in conjunction with essential fatty acid supplements that contain Omega3 and Omega6
I did a personal vitamin check. 
PUBLIX WOMEN'S MULTIVITAMINS and FINEST NATURAL GREEN TEA 

CHOLINE - none  
IODINE - none 
INOSITOL - none 
CHROMIUM - 120 mcg
B2 - none 
B3 - none 
B5 - none 
B6 - none 
VITAMIN C - 60 mg
OMEGA3 - none
OMEGA6 - none

I am going to start a hunt for a few more supplements so I can make sure I am maximizing my body's systems. First, I will find a B complex and essential fatty acid supplement. After I get those, I'll work on finding the choline, iodine and inositol. I am also considering glucosamine chondroitin for joint health. We aren't getting any younger!

I hope this has helped you as much as it helped me. Good luck in selecting the right vitamins or supplements for you.

GiLLiaN<3


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