Dietary Supplements include vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, and enzymes. These supplements can be formed in powders, liquids, capsules, tablets, soft gels, gel caps, etc.. There are a ton of different brands and kinds out on the market, so ideally how do we know which ones are THE BEST ones to take? Perhaps, if you are going to be investing in something that is going to become a part of your daily routine you may want to research the brand and company. I suggest you educate yourself on each product and how they are formed and processed into the supplement that they are or which their label has intended them to be. Just because a supplement may be more expensive than another doesn’t always make it good, and just because a supplement may be cheap doesn’t mean it’s easily digested either. You want to make sure the body is full absorbing and easily digested when consuming. You are taking a supplement for A reason. The reason to maintain/ improve your health and well-being by in taking enough essential nutrients. Food First, Supplements Second; always. Supplements are used to fill in the gaps for what we cannot get in through whole food sources.
All the Supplements are from the same online company called–1st Phorm. Where at 1st Phorm they search out and source only the highest quality ingredients to go into each of our products. They are not trying to sell the latest/ “Fad” product, but to make products based on actual proven research, effectiveness, and safety. They are made without any filler, just top grade, premium, result-driven ingredients within each dosage. They can reassure each product is made to improve our health, performance, and physique. 1st phorm Claims to have “the best” products out on the market, which they offer a 110% money back guarantee on all their products. I stand behind THE BEST supplement company out there. Not only because of the taste and quality of every single product, but also the people and the loyalty of the company in which they provide as well. I began taking these supplements back in 2015 because I understood the benefits and value of quality made products. As most of you may know by now, I try and use the best of THE best quality products.
Below is a list of supplements in which I use on a daily. Believe it or not, you may think this is a lot to take on a daily but my list use to be longer! Recently, I have been able to modify and go through what my body truly needs. I have found that these supplements are what my body needs to help function, fight against anything that may attack my immune system, as well as help maintain and improve my overall healthy living.
My Daily Dose Supplements as follows:
AM– Multi, Probiotic, Vit D3
PM–Fish Oil, Vit D3, Magnesium
Anytime as long as daily* Health Stack (Opti-Greens + Opti-Reds)
Extra(s)– Protein Powder, Protein Bars, GDA
See Below for full product details & Specifics:
- Micro Factor (Essential daily nutrient pack)Micro Factor brings together 6 different products into 1 convenient packet to cover any known/unknown gaps in micronutrients to keep your body performing at optimal levels and staying healthy so you can focus on your goals.
Multivitamin- A quality multivitamin is crucial for all proper functioning of all body’s systems. This includes a healthy metabolic function and energy production.
Probiotic-These are often overlooked but are truly important for immune function, nutrient absorption and overall healthy. Probiotics balance your gut bacteria while improving your digestion, energy levels and immune system! Antioxidant-Directly supports the overall immune system by decreasing free radical cells which can cause disease and illness.
Essential Fatty Acids (EFA)-In other terms; contains Omega- 3’s which we all have heard but not exactly know the benefits to them. Daily stressors involved in our life and environment suppresses our immune system. This essential fatty acid blend contains omega 3’s which support joint health and maintain a healthy brain and heart.
CoQ10- A POWERFUL antioxidant to help with cardiovascular function supporting overall heart health. Fruit & Veggies- We all need more superfoods in our everyday nutrition regimes. This blend gives us that diversity of fruits & veggies to help boost antioxidant activity while supporting cellular detoxification leading to a better digestion and immune system.
Micro Factor pack will give your body what it needs for a strong immune system while keeping it functioning at its very best all year long.
*I take this with Meal 1 but anytime of day works as long as you take it with water and a full meal.
If you are taking any sort of medicine what so ever, you should be taking this supplement
*I take this with Meal 1
Full Mega (Omega-3)
Lowers inflammation in the body and helps with insulin sensitivity. The importance of Taking a proper, quality fish oil supplement will dictate the ratio between both EPA and DHA within. If your nutrition regime does not contain daily meals of oily fish, supplementation will be necessary to fill in those gaps. Plays a role in fat loss, joint health, and brain health
Overall, Most fish oils out there contain quite a bit of Omega 3’s but do not contain the right amount of specifically EPA & DHA
*I take this with my last meal
*I mix the Opti-Greens & Opti-Reds together- Take any time of day
Get the Opti-Health Stack (Opti-Greens + Opti-Reds) *$5 off each month if you are on a Monthly Subscription
I add in 1/2- 1 full scoop depending on my need for fiber that specific day (Great example of what and how a supplement is used)
Multi- Fiber
I enjoy Multi-Berry flavor to mix with the Health Stack (reds+ greens)
Magnesium aka natural muscle relaxer
*I take one scoop after my last meal of the day (7/8 PM) mixed with water.
If I haven’t had my health stack and its dinner time, I’ll then add in one scoop of magnesium to the heath stack.
Recommended dosage is: 420 mg (1 scoop). I personally like 600 mg (approx. 1.5 scoops) I find it helps me get a deeper sleep, rather than relying on melatonin.
I personally would not take 800 mg or more unless Dr.’s orders, you are clogged (poo) and/or you’ll be by the toilet the following day.
Glucose Disposal Agent
The carbs we eat daily are digested and turned into sugar. Therefore, GDA helps the body absorb the carbs better keeping blood sugar levels stabilized so when we eat a meal with carbs, the body will use the food as fuel to maintain / build muscle.
I would advise 1 pill if meal is about 25 grams of carbs and 2 pills if meal is around 50 grams. On a regular basis I typically have 1 pill with the meal and on a treat/cheat meal like pizza, sushi or burgers& fries I’ll make sure to have 2 pills
I HIGHLY suggest anyone with PCOS add GDA to their regime. PCOS affects insulin levels in which GDA can help balance insulin!
Protein Powder/Snacks-Optional
POST WORKOUT NATURAL WHEY PROTEIN POWDER
Optional* I use this for my POST WORKOUT Shake OR Cereal & Almond Milk (preferably rice krispies)
MEAL REPLACEMENT PROTEIN POWDER
This can be used anytime during the day. Here are some examples:
For Breakfast mixed with oatmeal, on the side as another Shake, mixed in with coffee (Carmel latte is the best flavor to do this!)
For me, I save my Level-1 Protein Powder for my last meal. I have been doing it the last 4 years? INCREDIBLE!
Nighttime fudge (Flavor: Milk Chocolate)
*Personally I use Milk Chocolate to mix with nut butter, I use Vanilla Ice Cream to mix fruit in a shake, I use Cinnamon Cookie Batter or Blueberry Muffin to mix with oatmeal, I use Ice Cream sandwich to bake cookies with along with protein peanut butter balls
I have ONE a day—it keeps me SANE with cravings!
My two favorites are Salted Carmel and Chocolate Crunch
*I’m not a huge fan on the “Peanut Butter Lover” even though I AM a lover on peanut butter, the taste of “Powered PB2 I don’t like, this is like that taste.
They do require you to buy 2 boxes at once, which for bars may seem like a lot they are not.
Let’s break it down: 2 boxes are $79.99- each box contains 15 bars- $79.99/30=$2.66
PER BAR. Next time you stop at your local gas station for lunch and/or a snack notice the bars are $4/$5 EACH!
You cannot compare these prices to candy bars, because the nutritional value is not even comparable. The protein, carbs, fat ratio for these Level-1 bars are SPOT ON!
QUALITY over QUANTITY ALWAYS!
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Other Items help me stay on top of my everyday rituals with my daily dose of supplements:
I use this to mix my Opti-Greens & Opti-Reds. Prior to using this it wasn’t mixing very well, making it very clumpy. Therefore, gave it not too good of a texture and it was hard to enjoy.
If you would like to discuss what supplements may be best for you to begin consuming or adding into your daily regime, please don’t hesi feel free to reach out to me. You may or may not feel you need all these supplements that I’m taking—and you may just be correct! Based on your current daily routine and any concerns you may have with your overall well-being I will be able to guide you in a better direction for your own daily dose of supplements.
Email me @ healthyliving@msfitriss.com
