Several years ago, I remember going to my doctor and complaining of very low energy levels. I read about several celebrities who were receiving vitamin B injections for energy. I thought if I had one of these I would be able to function without always feeling so tired. My doctor dismissed my cries for help from fatigue by saying "you're a single mother" "you work hard of course you're tired". My blood work indicated that I wasn't vitamin B deficient. As a result, she would not give me the vitamin B injection. Instead she offered me a prescription drug to help me relax. I took it once and experienced a horrific allergic reaction and never took it again. Looking back now, I believe that was God's way of showing me another way.
So I left her office and sought a holistic approach to battle my continuous need for sleep. I now know that there were a few factors that were contributing to my fatigue. I'm happy to say my energy has dramatically increased as a result of me making a few small changes. The changes I will now share with you. Statistics show that approximately 25 million Americans are suffering with disabling fatigue. Here's 3 things I have found that contributed greatly to my fatigue.
1. Sleep Deprivation: Ha! Talk about stating the obvious. Well, the truth is that most people need 8 hours sleep for the body to function properly. Now, I must admit I currently operate on a little less than 8 hours. I average about 6-7 hours of sleep nightly however when I was battling fatigue I was getting significantly less than that. I had severe pain at that time that interrupted my sleep. I started drinking chamomile tea at night. I also took Isotonix L-Tryptophan for awhile. L-Tryptophan is an essential amino acid that induces sleep & tranquility. I also discovered that taking a Calcium and magnesium supplement produces calming effects on the brain and aids with sleep. I personally prefer natural methods as opposed to Tylenol PM or any of the other OTC drugs. I'm happy to say, I no longer need L-Tryptophan or chamomile tea so I have stopped taking them. Of course I still take my calcium supplement for the other health benefits.
2. Nutritional Support- Getting proper nutrition is essential to well being. My diet used to be pretty terrible. The truth is many of us do not eat the proper foods. A large portion of our society is nutritionally deficient. Taking supplements in my opinion is is not optional. Our bodies cannot and do not get what we need to optimally perform from the foods we consume-Period. Eating fresh fruits & veges, drinking plenty of water, and taking a quality multi-vitamin/mineral formula and a few other nutritional supplements has become essential in my life. I've also eliminated or cut back significantly on my sugar intake, white foods, and processed foods. Proper nutrition can make a huge difference in your energy levels.
3. Immune Dysfunction - A weak immune system = a body open for infection, disease, and malfunction. A strong immune system = health, well-being, and vitality. A poor immune system sometimes can be indicated by an excess of yeast in the body. If you experience excessive nasal congestion, mucus, gas, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation those are clues you may have an excess of yeast in your body. Guess what? --- A poor diet and insufficient sleep contribute to a lowered immune system. By eliminating sugar, white products and caffeine you can reduce the amount of yeast in your body. Yes, it's a vicious cycle! There's a lot more I can say about supplements to boost your immune system but I'll save that for another post! =)
So there you have it. Working on these 3 areas contributed to my increased energy levels. If you're reading this and you find you're always feeling tired. I encourage you to go to your doctor, have blood work check your hormone levels, and work on the things listed above. Of course this isn't Rx for the cure to fatigue I'm not a doctor however, it definitely made a difference in my life. Hope it does for you!
Stay Healthy,
Melissa
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Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Supplement, Supplement, Supplement!
I hear so many people telling me that they don’t take vitamins. Do you realize that the Average American diet is void of the vitamins and nutrients needed to operate at optimal performance? Without a good multivitamin supplement, you are probably not getting the amounts of vitamins that your body needs to run optimally. Since 1963, the nutrient quality of the soil in which we grow all the food we eat has declined dramatically.
I’ve heard so many of my friends say, “I eat well, and so I don’t need to take anything”
There are many different scientific studies that testify to the benefits of taking supplements. Consuming nutritional supplements and vitamins daily has been reported to reduce colds, build up your immune levels, aid in mental clarity, improve childhood development disorders such as ADD and AHDD, lessen PMS symptoms, balance moods, increase energy, and basically just add to the overall quality of your life.
Even if you are relatively healthy and basically feel ok, you can feel even better with supplements.
It’s important to remember that all supplements aren’t created equal. Avoid those that are loaded with fillers, starches, and other harmful additives.
I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia about 9 years ago after having one of the worst episodes ever. I couldn’t move, couldn’t function. It was terrible. I was in excruciating pain, depressed, and suffered with frequent migraine headaches. I was under a great deal of stress, couldn’t sleep-- It was terrible!
My doctor sent me for a series of tests and finally concluded that I should lose weight and get on a medication. The drug they prescribed made me like a zombie. I took it but all I wanted to do was sleep. Let’s not even talk about the side effects that were listed on the bottle.
So, I prayed about it and I began to do some research. I searched alternatives to conventional medication. I looked up vitamins, minerals and natural ways I could feel better.
Well, I lost 35lbs and started taking a “vitamin cocktail”. It included B’s, calcium, flax seed, omega 3, glucosatrin, a good multi-vitamin and St. John’s Wart. I also started colon cleansing every 6 months and really changed my eating habits. It took some time but I eventually began to notice less and less flare ups from the fibromyalgia. Thank God for that. Many people will not believe it but it’s true.
About six months ago, I discovered Isotonix Supplements and WHOA! What a difference! That’s when I really understood that all supplements are not created equal.
Isotonix supplements when mixed become the same consistency as your blood, sweat, or tears. Your body can absorb them within minutes. There’s no breaking down that needs to occur as with a pill or tablet which means you receive maximum results. I researched these supplements and I am completely impressed with their superior delivery system. As a result, I began selling them. =)
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www.marketamerica.com/melissahunter
Since trying Isotonix products, I’ve changed my “cocktail”. I take fewer supplements than I was and I’ve also added some supplements such as a super antioxidant called OPC3(pycnogenol, grape seed extract, and red wine extract). I also take Complete Greens (with Spirulina) and Acai.
I encourage everyone; to do yourself a favor by finding and using great vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant as supplements. In general, look for vitamins that are all-natural and can be taken in dosages that at least meet the RDAs for vitamins. A good way to get full-spectrum vitamin support is to find and use a high quality multivitamin supplement. Also, a great antioxidant is really important to fight off those free radicals. Free radicals wreak havoc on our bodies. I recently read the amount of antioxidants we have in our body is in direct proportion to how long we live.
Stay Healthy,
Melissa
I’ve heard so many of my friends say, “I eat well, and so I don’t need to take anything”
Eating well is important. It is recommended to eat meals with a high nutritional value however even in doing that it is very difficult to eat a diet that meets the RDA levels of vitamins.
Even if you are relatively healthy and basically feel ok, you can feel even better with supplements.
It’s important to remember that all supplements aren’t created equal. Avoid those that are loaded with fillers, starches, and other harmful additives.
I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia about 9 years ago after having one of the worst episodes ever. I couldn’t move, couldn’t function. It was terrible. I was in excruciating pain, depressed, and suffered with frequent migraine headaches. I was under a great deal of stress, couldn’t sleep-- It was terrible!
My doctor sent me for a series of tests and finally concluded that I should lose weight and get on a medication. The drug they prescribed made me like a zombie. I took it but all I wanted to do was sleep. Let’s not even talk about the side effects that were listed on the bottle.
So, I prayed about it and I began to do some research. I searched alternatives to conventional medication. I looked up vitamins, minerals and natural ways I could feel better.
Well, I lost 35lbs and started taking a “vitamin cocktail”. It included B’s, calcium, flax seed, omega 3, glucosatrin, a good multi-vitamin and St. John’s Wart. I also started colon cleansing every 6 months and really changed my eating habits. It took some time but I eventually began to notice less and less flare ups from the fibromyalgia. Thank God for that. Many people will not believe it but it’s true.
About six months ago, I discovered Isotonix Supplements and WHOA! What a difference! That’s when I really understood that all supplements are not created equal.
Isotonix supplements when mixed become the same consistency as your blood, sweat, or tears. Your body can absorb them within minutes. There’s no breaking down that needs to occur as with a pill or tablet which means you receive maximum results. I researched these supplements and I am completely impressed with their superior delivery system. As a result, I began selling them. =)
Check Out:
www.marketamerica.com/melissahunter
Since trying Isotonix products, I’ve changed my “cocktail”. I take fewer supplements than I was and I’ve also added some supplements such as a super antioxidant called OPC3(pycnogenol, grape seed extract, and red wine extract). I also take Complete Greens (with Spirulina) and Acai.
I encourage everyone; to do yourself a favor by finding and using great vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant as supplements. In general, look for vitamins that are all-natural and can be taken in dosages that at least meet the RDAs for vitamins. A good way to get full-spectrum vitamin support is to find and use a high quality multivitamin supplement. Also, a great antioxidant is really important to fight off those free radicals. Free radicals wreak havoc on our bodies. I recently read the amount of antioxidants we have in our body is in direct proportion to how long we live.
Stay Healthy,
Melissa
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