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YOUR GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING Vitamins & Supplements What is the true value of taking vitamins and supplements? How do I know what supplements are safe and appropriate for my health goals? GlobalFit’s strategic partner, Fitness Formulary, is a powerful resource to help you determine which supplements are right for you and how to safely and strategically add supplements to your wellness routine. In addition, this guide can help you get started on the path to learn more about nutrition enhancement. WHY DO PEOPLE TAKE VITAMINS AND SUPPLEMENTS? It’s not always possible to get all the nutrients we need from food alone. In fact, 88% of people fail to get enough vitamin E, the vitamin that supports immune system health, and 94% of people fail to get enough vitamin D, the vitamin that feeds your bones and muscles (5). Vitamins and supplements can help your body to receive all the nutrients it needs. HERE’S A LIST OF THE MOST COMMON REASONS WHY PEOPLE INTRODUCE SUPPLEMENTS INTO THEIR DIETS: • Improve overall health • Increase energy levels • Boost immune function and prevent disease • Improve bone health and muscle strength • Strengthen heart health • Improve joint health • Increase gastrointestinal function CAN NUTRITION ENHANCEMENT HELP WITH WEIGHT LOSS? Supplements can be especially beneficial when you begin a weight loss routine. Restricting your calorie intake can limit the nutrients your body is taking in, especially if you’re already exercising. This can delay your weight loss goals and slow down your progress. In order for muscle to build, which in turn burns fat, your body needs vitamins and minerals. Ensuring that your body receives the amount of nutrients that it needs helps your body to operate efficiently. Supplements can help you get the nutrients you need, making your workouts more effective. WHAT SUPPLEMENTS ARE RIGHT FOR MY FITNESS ROUTINE AND WELLNESS GOALS? Whether you’re beginning a new fitness routine, looking to make your workouts more effective, or trying to improve your overall wellness, supplements can give your body the extra nutrients you need. However, it’s important to make sure that the vitamins and minerals you select are safe for you, will work specifically for your goals, and complement the foods you eat. Fitness Formulary’s MyHealth Assessment is a powerful engine that takes all of your medications, health conditions, allergies, and goals into consideration to provide you with personalized product recommendations that are right for you. Take the MyHealth Assessment to get a full picture view of your vitamin and supplement needs. WITH SO MANY BRANDS AND INGREDIENTS, HOW DO I KNOW WHICH PRODUCTS ARE TRUSTWORTHY? The FDA regulates supplements, but they are not considered medications and labels can sometimes be confusing. A solid first step is to look for medical research that backs the efficacy and safety of a product and the brand. Efficacy means “The extent to which a specific intervention, procedure, regimen, or service produces a beneficial result under ideal conditions.” Fitness Formulary uses an efficacy grading system for every ingredient in every nutrition enhancement product. The efficacy grading system allows you to see the scientific evidence behind each ingredient so that you can make an informed decision and trust the supplements you choose. Supplements 101 Basic information and terms you need to know when selecting vitamins and supplements AMINO ACIDS FAT SOLUBLE The foundation of proteins, essential amino acids cannot be made by the body, they must be obtained from food. The common functions of Amino acids are to break down food, help growth, and repair body tissue. Names: Histidine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Tryptophan, and Valine (1) The body stores excess fat-soluble vitamins in your liver and body fat, then uses them as needed. An excess of fat-soluble vitamins can be harmful to the body. (4) ANTIOXIDANTS Antioxidants are substances that protect the body from cell damage. Names: Beta-carotene, Lutein, Lycopene, Selenium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (2) BOTANICALS Obtained from plants and used in food supplements and pharmaceuticals, botanicals are often used for their therapeutic properties. Names: Herbal medicine and Plant medicine (3) DAILY VALUE Daily value is expressed as a number on food and drink nutrition labels that tells you the percentage of the recommended dietary allowance provided by one serving of the food or drink in question. (4) MEGADOSE Supplements that provide 100% of the daily value of the body’s required vitamins and minerals are referred to as megadose. (4) MICRONUTRIENTS Micronutrients are the vitamins and minerals that your body requires in small doses. (4) Names: Chromium, Zinc, and Selenium MINERALS Nutrients found in earth or water and absorbed by plants and animals for proper nutrition, minerals are the main component of teeth and bones, and help build cells and support nerve impulses, among other things. (4) Names: Calcium, Magnesium What are my next steps? Selecting nutrition enhancements, supplements, and vitamins to improve your health doesn’t have to be complicated or intimidating. Your doctor can provide you with guidance on supplements and you can rely on the physicians and health experts that developed and govern Fitness Formulary’s efficacy engine. To get started, take Fitness Formulary’s MyHealth Assessment and learn what products are safe and beneficial for you. As a bonus, GlobalFit members receive a 10% discount on purchases through Fitness Formulary. So you can be at ease that your supplements are safe, effective, and affordable. Get started today and receive your 10% GlobalFit member discount: fitnessformulary.com/globalfit (1) http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002222.htm (2) http://vsearch.nlm.nih.gov/vivisimo/cgi-bin/query-meta?v%3Aproject=medlineplus&query=antioxidants (3) http://vsearch.nlm.nih.gov/vivisimo/cgi-bin/query-meta?v%3Aproject=medlineplus&query=botanicals&x=0&y=0 (4) http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/lifestyle-guide-11/vitamin-supplement-glossary (5) http://www.centrum.com/expert-corner