We can look at health from a multitude of perspectives. Not one perspective is the “right” way to understand and pursue wellness. Nor can you evolve to be the healthiest version of yourself by looking at one perspective in isolation.
From the workouts we do and the food we eat to the mindset we live in and the supplements we take, health is multifaceted. Many of us know the basics of physical exercise and diet, and can pinpoint what works best for our bodies. However, the world of supplements is a big one (and quite intimidating)!
In order to adopt yet another perspective of health that incorporates dietary supplements, it is important that you first understand the benefits that supplements can have on your health. While the sheer number of supplements available to you are extensive, there are a handful of common denominators that pose irrefutable benefits to your health and fitness. So let’s take a peek:
FOLIC ACID
While you may or may not be familiar with folic acid as a vitamin, it is a common denominator in the supplement scene. The benefits of incorporating folic acid in your supplementary diet are immense; from reducing inflammation and decreasing your likelihood of battling heart and kidney disease to promoting healthy pregnancy (and even fertility), folic acid is a vitamin you should be consciously striving to get into your daily supplement intake!
VITAMIN B12
Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin that has been extensively studied. By taking this vitamin, you promote your cell and bone health, prevent anemia, and can positively influence your mental health. Additionally, if you are someone that sticks to a strict vegan diet, have a gastrointestinal disorder, or are simply of older age, supplementing with B12 is a must.
CALCIUM
We often associate calcium with bone health. While this is true, there are countless more benefits to introducing a calcium supplement into your diet, including reducing your risk of colon cancer and helping with fat loss!
VITAMIN D
Vitamin D is a “two bird, one stone” kind of vitamin… or more like “many birds, one stone”. From bone health to mental health to weight loss, vitamin D is an all around, health boosting vitamin that you should intently incorporate into your diet, even if you spend plenty of time in the sun!
ZINC
Zinc is an essential nutrient that boosts your immune system. While zinc poses benefits to your health all of the time, if you are feeling under the weather, it should be the first thing you give your body to help combat any illness.
MELATONIN
Sleep is a crucial part of our health. Melatonin is a hormone that is naturally produced in the body, however, many of us will benefit from taking it on a regular basis to ensure sufficient sleep.
If getting a solid night’s sleep is a challenge for you, supplementing with melatonin may be the answer you are looking for.
VITAMINS C & E
We are all familiar with vitamins C and E. They each pose benefits to our health on their own, but together, they offer our bodies a boost like no other. When taken in tandem, vitamins C and E support our cardiovascular health, improve our bodies’ healing capabilities, and promote our immune system.
The easiest and most hassle-free way to ensure you are getting these key nutrients and vitamins into your diet is to take a daily multivitamin. This little addition to your everyday routine can make big differences to your overall health and wellbeing.