Best Nutritional Supplements

Question: What are the best nutritional supplements available?

Answer: It all depends on you. If your watching your weight, or if you have health conditions, or if you have to watch your sugar intake, etc. If your looking for a nutritional supplement alone, then there's a lot of them out there that are good, like Ensure, if your a little older, or I like Slimfast too. If your looking for a dietary supplement, something that is good for your immune system and helps you not get sick, try Elderberry. It's a natural herb, better than Echinecea, and it works really fast if you feel a cold or the flu coming on. You can buy it at any vitamin store. Another helpful thing, protein shakes/bars and good if you want to lose weight and gain muscle but you have to work out with these things because they will bulk you up! :) Hope that all helps you out. Sorry if I was on the wrong path here.

Question: What is the best nutritional supplement for a 38 year old male trying to increase strength? Doing some weightlifting and would like to increase my strength but not a spring checkin anymore. Looking for the best supplements that won't result in weight increase or damage my internal organs but will help me increase my strength.

Answer: in terms of increasing strength creatine is the only proven supplement to do so. creatine does cause an increase in cellular hydration so a weight gain of 5-7 lbs is typically in the first week of use. when you discontinue supplementation the weight will decrease in about the same amount of time remeber to focus on compound exericses and shoot for a rep range of 5-8 reps. when you hit your reps on the last set while keeping proper form it's time to increase the training load by 10%

Question: What is the best nutritional supplement for feeling food. I tried Blue Green Algae but is anything better ? I have tried various supplements including off the shelf products and MLM product such as blue green algae. Can you recommend something very good for day to day basis which does not cost more than $100 a month.

Answer: I know of people who insist that Ginseng, taken on a regular basis, will help them feel more fit to face the day. Another alternative, especially if you have a job which mentally stresses you out, is Gingko Biloba. It is clinically proven to increase blood flow to your brain, assuming it contains the recommended percentages of Ginkgolides (Terpene Lactones). I hope this helps a bit.

Question: What's the best nutritional supplement you've ever taken? ...and what did you like about it? That is, what did it do for you? [Ie., give you more energy, help you sleep, etc.] Also, since nutritional supplements are not held to a government standard in the US (ie., you can't be sure that what the label states is accurate) what company manufactured it?

Answer: Docosahexanoic Acid (DHA). Jarrow makes a very pure refined product. Vitamin World has started offerring their own brand, it is good. DHA creates an environment in the blood that makes the formation of amyloid plaque less likely. Amyloid plaque is the stuff that accumulates in the brain and causes Alzheimer's. People over 60 have a substantial chance of becoming Alzheimer's victims (I don't know if it's a 30% chance or an 80% chance, so instead of just tossing out a number, I'll just say it's substantial, it's not a trivial or tiny chance). If you get Alzheimer's, no insurance will be adequate to cover all your costs. Unless you are very rich, the last 10 years of your life could be quite hellish. Even if you're very rich they are liable to be somewhat hellish. You would wish you were dead if the mental capacity was there to formulate an abstract wish. DHA is easy to take, not that expensive, considering what it may do for you, I started on it when I was about 55. My family is blessed with extreme longevity -- most live to be 100 -- so keeping the best odds against the formation of amyloid plaque is a priority for me, as it might not be for an 18 year old from a family where most members die around 60ish. Second best is Folic Acid, which protects against many things and costs almost nothing. Third best is Phosphatidyl Serine (PS) -- it is very expensive to take 300 mg per day. I think for a living. This makes me think better, by about 15%. So, I start with an IQ around 160, and wind up with the ability to use all of it fairly effectively. Most people's livelihood does not depend that much on thinking, and wasted money is likely to be harmful to them, so I don't recommend PS to everybody, but I think a lot of people should do their own research on PS and make their own decisions. This may help 3 or perhaps 4 people out there. If, so, my purposes are fulfilled. To your good health!

Question: Beginning an exercise regimen, what are the best nutritional supplements to take? I am a 40 year old woman, have a sedentary job and lifestyle, and I have decided to do something about it. I have joined a gym and am swimming every day--working myself up to the machines. I am already taking fish oil (to support my heart), glucosamine/chondroitin (less joint soreness), a multivitamin (was doing so before working out) and Korean ginseng (to improve energy). To the best of your knowledge, what supplements (I dont mean diet pills) would help support my weight loss/exercise efforts?

Answer: Try a protein shake after your workout. It will help your muscles rebuild faster. I recommend 100% Whey Optimum Nutrition

Question: what is the best nutritional supplement to help the immune system? I been getting very sick for the last few years, nothing big but is quite annoying. I read about many nutritional upplements that can help me such as AHCC and Multi-Vitamins, any recommendations on products, recipes and places where I can get help will be appreciated.

Answer: You should consider cleansing your body. a good book to read is health begins in the colon. also for the immune system i Silver fusion. it's a colloidal silver. http://cleansingblog.com/2008/04/01/colloidal-silver/

Question: What is the best nutritional supplement weight gain drink? Which is the best drink ensure plus? or Boost plus? and is there any other drinks that i may try to gain weight?

Answer: ensure plus is ok

Question: whats the best nutritional supplements for runners? will run marathon in January

Answer: Semen, loads of protein rich semen

Question: What is the best nutritional supplement for a 14 year old guy who is a vegetarian and wants to build muscle? I've been taking muscle milk for 6 months now and i've seen no results. Im 5'6, 109 pounds and I workout everyday.

Answer: Yikes, 14 and vegetarian! Congrats, but sadly being vegetarian and also having muscle is kind of like an oxymoron. Being a vegetarian means cutting out all the things your body uses to gain that muscle... Below is a site I found that may help... I honestly just googled "Vegetarian Muscle Supplement" there's a few sites that'll come up, I hope you find something, and good luck!! I wish I could be a vegetarian, but it's so expensive to do it correctly... For now I just cut out the red meat.

Question: What is the best nutritional supplement to take for someone trying to build up?? I am 6'2....180 lbs - I want to get to 200, by putting on 25 pounds of mostly upper body and losing 5 pounds from my gut. What should I use??

Answer: Actually if you wanna bulk up you need to change more than just your intake of protein ...if you are taking whey shakes use those between meals not as a main source of protein also try lower reps when working out and try more weight. Also cut down on your aerobic exercise if you even do it at all. Also make sure you are not over-doing it get plenty of rest lots of water .

Question: Which is the world's best nutritional supplement? "Moringa Oleifera" This new herb is in the news a hot topic recently far exceeding the claims of SPIRULINA, GINSENG, Nutrilite etc., I Need practical serious advice about using such supplements and it's benefits? Thanks to Bhavya, Ehsan, Suresh, Valda, CH, Guitar All of your answers are almost best, but the BEST deserves to Mr.Baloo ... He has described the heirarchy of supplements elaborately though he forgot to mention which one ?

Answer: When to Eat and How Often This might sound strange, but you have to eat more often to lose fat and gain muscle. During my transition period, I never ate less than 6 meals a day. •Try to eat every 2 to 3 hours. •Do not eat complex carbohydrates after 6:00 p.m. or four to five hours before going to bed. •Try to eat one gram of protein per pound of lean body mass on lifting days and .8 grams of protein per pound of lean body mass on non-lifting days. •Never eat more than 70 grams of protein in one meal. Carbohydrates When I think of carbohydrates, I think of energy. Carbohydrates supply our bodies with the energy it needs to make it through a workout. Without an adequate supply of carbohydrates, the body goes into carbohydrate deprivation. This is called a state of ketosis (meaning our body is using protein as energy). This is not a good state to be in for long because it will rob the body of muscle tissue in an effort to create energy. On the other hand, if too many carbohydrates are consumed, they convert into stored fat. The idea is to consume just enough carbohydrates to make it through our workouts with sufficient energy. I have broken down carbohydrates into these three categories: •Simple carbs: These are sugars, or quick energy. They are absorbed very quickly into the body. Ex. Anything with sugar, also fruit •Complex carbs: This is where you get long-term energy for the day. These are long chained carbohydrates that brake down slower, giving us energy over a prolonged period of time. Ex. Oatmeal, potatoes, pasta, rice, breads •Fibrous carbs: These are things like vegetables. I think of them as roughage in order to stay regular. Make sure you include them in you later meals when you can't eat complex carbs. They are also a good source of vitamins. Ex. Leafy vegetables like lettuce. Protein Proteins are the building blocks of our muscles. Without a sufficient amount of protein in our diet, our muscles will not have the raw materials that they need to build up, or even hang on to what is already there. Net protein utilization: Not all protein is created equal. Different foods are absorbed more than others. For example, egg white protein is absorbed at 88%. That means we get about 9 eggs to our muscles. On the other hand, chicken breast are absorbed at 68%, meaning we get about 7 breasts to our muscles. It is imported to eat a wide verity of protein foods though; no one protein source has all the amino acids we need. •Whey protein (100%): the best source of whey protein is from protein supplements. It is also absorbed very fast by the body, so it is best to take this when your body needs amino acids quickly: like right after a workout or when you first get up in the morning. •Egg whites (88%) •Fish (78%) •Chicken breast (78%) •Soy protein: My one bit of advice would be to try and stay away from soy protein. It is not absorbed very well by the body. Fats We normally think of fats as being bad. The fact is certain fats are essential to building muscle and carrying out various functions of the body. There are 2 fat types we need to be concerned about: •Saturated fats: these are the bad fats. Avoid these fats as much as possible. You will find these types of fats mostly in meats •Unsaturated fats: these are the good fats. They are a good energy source and help us build muscle. You can find from plant oils. Peanuts are also a good source. Water Do not under estimate the importance of water! If you are looking to get lean, water will be your best friend. Drink as much as you can and as often as you can. Also, it is very important to drink lots of water when you're eating large amounts of protein to clean urea from the system. Vitamins & minerals As resistance training athletes, we have a greater need for vitamins & minerals. When we workout and bring blood to our muscles it is important that our blood is full of those essential vitamins & minerals if we want to grow. Supplements Supplements are just that, meaning they are used to supplement your diet, not replace it. Don't ever think of it that way. Hierarchy of supplements: I developed this hierarchy of supplements based on what I thought were the most important and also by price. •1. Proper diet: Without proper diet you are just wasting money on supplements. Start here! Do not think that supplements are going to do it for you alone. •2. Multi-vitamin & mineral: It is very important to have all your vitamins & minerals when resistance training. Most of us are lacking in some areas, make it a priority to make this your first supplement. •3. Protein powder: It is usually very hard to get all the protein you need from real foods. Powders make it much easier. Also, these powders are absorbed fast by the body making them ideal after workouts or before and after sleep. •4. Creatine: This is great for harder workouts. It also makes you muscles hang on to water, giving them a better environment to grow. •5. L-glutamine: This is an important amino acid in muscle recovery •6. Branch chained amino acid: These are great before and after workouts along with L-glutamine because it gives your muscles all the amino acids it needs to repair and grow. •7. ZMA: This helps you release more growth hormone while you sleep, increasing your size and strength. •8. Thermogenic: These really help in the fat loss process. They also help you hang on to more muscle while dieting due to the fact you can eat more. •9. Meal replacement: Although very expensive, meal replacements make it much more convenient to get some of your meals in. Also, you can get in more meals than if you were to eat only real foods.

Question: What are the best nutritional and dietary supplements? I've been on a more hollistic kick lately and was wondering what homeopathic/nutritional/dietary supplements out there are held in high esteem? Currently, I am consuming: Gingko Biloba Royal Jelly Vitamin E Valerian Root St. Johns Wort Multi-Vitamin 2-3 cups of Green Tea Occasional Damiana Leaf (smoked or made as tea) Fish Oil Concentrate Other regimes: Hatha yoga, 2-3x a week for an hour Any other recommendations? My goal is to get my body to its optimal function and to be an all-around healthier and more lively person.

Answer: Nature's sunshine products are the most reputable vitamin and supplement company in the states. You can look them up at www.naturessunshine.com. You also might want to be careful about consuming st. johns wort and valerian root at the same time. they both have similar affects and can have some weird side affects. You should look into doing a compass test to see what herbs your body truly needs. Good luck!

Question: What is a best/safe nutritional supplement for cats on clomicalm? My cat must remain on clomicalm but I've noticed that his fur becomes dull and scraggly looking when he's on it. Any ideas on why this is happening and what I should give him? Thanks a million!

Answer: Nutrical is for dogs not cats. Tuna is bad for cats and you can read about from this website why- http://www.lenhumanesoc.org/Tips/ASPCA-Tuna.htm "An occasional tuna treat for your cat is generally harmless," says Bough. "However, if a large part of the cat's diet consists of tuna--or if the cat is fed tuna exclusively--some problems are likely to arise." Tuna does not contain significant amounts of vitamin E, for example, so too much of the fish can lead to vitamin E deficiency, resulting in yellow fat disease, or steatitis. Symptoms include loss of appetite, fever and hypersensitivity to touch, due to inflammation and necrosis of fat under the skin. Felines who are fed too much tuna can develop other nutrient deficiencies, too, because most de-boned fish are lacking in calcium, sodium, iron, copper and several other vitamins. Mercury, frequently present in tuna, also presents a potential danger. "At low levels, this may not be a concern," explains Bough, "but if tuna is fed nearly exclusively, it could pose significant problems." I would look for better quality cat food to help the cat's coat improve. You can try Innova EVO, Wellness, Felidae which are really high protein and have nearly any carbs. My cat's coat really looked great and also doesn't shed as much either. Be sure to switch the food slowly so it doesn't make your cat sick. Doing it too quickly makes cats throw up and get the runs.

Question: what is the best nutritional supplement to take the fat out of your musles?

Answer: The best nutritional supplement is Meat and vegtables, spread into 5-6 meals a day.

Question: what is the best nutritional supplement for gaining muscle mass while weight lifting? been using bsn no xplode and cellmass.

Answer: creatine like noxplode

Question: what is the best research sites for nutritional supplements? (i need it for school)?

Answer: some rules to follow when performing research: #1 - data from the manufacturer is not credible #2 - data from other competing manufactures is not credible #3 - only data from an independent or 3rd part testing facility is credible. here are some credible sources to use: Journal of the American College of Nutrition http://www.jacn.org/cgi/content/full/24/3/158 American Journal of Sports Medicine http://ajs.sagepub.com/ American Journal of Clinical Nutrition http://www.ajcn.org/ Entrez PubMed http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?DB=pubmed