VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS

Vitamins & Supplements I take are:

• Whey Protein Powder
• Psyllium Fiber
• Vege Greens
• Jamieson Total Energy
• Apple Cider Vinegar Capsule
• Calcium with Vitamin D
• Omega 3-6-9
• Multi-Sure for Women
• Acidophilus
• Vitamin C Chewables

I take one scoop of protein powder with some skim milk and blend it in my magic bullet (i love the MB) after a workout - approx 200 calories- Good calories!
Or you could have a glass of chocolate milk - Great source of protein after a workout but a bit higher in fat

The one I take is just a regular Whey Protein (chocolate flavoured) It's great with skim milk it just tastes like a chocolate milk-shake.  The manager at the supplement store recommended Sensations for me because it's lower in fat and better for the low calorie intake for ladies - So maybe I'll get that one after my tub runs out.

I have one Tbsp of Psyllium Fiber mixed with a half glass of skim milk - just chug it!

I usually have my Vege Greens mixed with water - I'm going to try it in my next protein shake I'll let you know if its nasty or not... considering I have chocolate protein powder, I have a feeling it will be.....

Jamieson's Total Energy is my new favorite vitamin.  Each caplet contains siberian ginseng 100 mg, bee pollen and royal jelly 175 mg, kola nut 100 mg and rocky mountain wheat grass 125 mg and 100mg of caffein.  To see full detailed benefits click here

Because I work night-shifts and have irregular sleep patterns - even though I get my 6-8 hours sleep, my body is still super tired (My shifts are 11pm-7am) 

So I usually take Total Energy vitamin right before a workout, it's healthy, wakes me up, lets me get a full potential workout and helps my muscles recover faster.  Along with detoxifying, reduces wrinkles, slows signs of aging, anti-tumor activity, and also has has favorable effects in people suffering from chronic illness such as:

• Atherosclerosis
• Diabetes mellitus
• Hypertension           
• Rheumatic heart disease
• Chronic bronchitis, etc

I take my Multi-Vitamin, calcium, vinegar and omega after I had a big meal whether it's my breakfast or my lunch.... I get pretty nauseous if I don't have much in my stomach and it SUCKS!  So I make sure I got a lot in there!

Make sure you have food in your tummy!!


Acidophilus = Amazing Vitamin!

• Not only does it help with your digestive system but it also prevents and cures yeast infections, urinary tract infections and cystitis! Who wants those? yuck!
• It helps if you struggle with upset stomach issues like IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
• Improves lactose absorption in people who are lactose intolerant
• Aids the treatment of respiratory infections such as sinusitis, bronchitis and pneumonia.
• Lower the risks of allergies such as asthma, hay fever, allergies to milk and skin reactions such as eczema.
• Help in treating high cholesterol

They are the same healthy little bacterias (Acidophilus Lactobacillus) found in yogurts such as Activia

And the great Vitamin C Chewables... I eat them like candy! Whatever your body doesn't need you just pee out anyways :)

Enjoi and be healthy!

xx

Do you have any supplements/ vitamins you reccomend? Share!

Fiber!!

So I just bought some Psyllium Fiber from a health food store, I hear it's a great way to get your extra fiber!

I bought just a plain bag of it not the same brand but looks like this:

It costed $12.99 I got the crushed up kind.  I was told to put 1 Tbsp in a small glass of skim milk mix it around and gulp it down.

Well because I'm so crafty I decided to add it to my protein shake. I don't reccomend this.....

The taste wasn't bad but it made my protein shake SO FROTHY I couldn't finish it.... So I think its better to just gulp it down and get it over with and enjoy your protein shakes......

BENEFITS OF PSYLLIUM FIBER:

Whole natural psyllium is one of the best dietary fibers known to man and is primarily used as a gentle intestinal cleanser. Psyllium consists of husks and seeds which act as a sponge in the intestinal tract and swell as they absorb water, toxins and waste material. This forms a soft, bulky stool that passes through the colon quickly and evacuates more smoothly and easily.
http://www.herbalcaredirect.com/medicinal-healing-herbs/Psyllium-Fiber-Benefits.html

DONT BE AFRAID!

Psyllium fiber is not a laxative, you won't run to the bathroom and be in fear you won't make it, it's just an aid to help you more regular, gets rid of toxins, cleans out your system, and give you those good poops! :)

Other products like Metamucil I hear are great but I thought you might as well get the basics it's a little cheaper too.  Unless of course taste is an issue for you I suggest getting a flavoured Metamucil tub or those little Fiber-To-Go's, they are absolutley tasteless and they dissapear in your water- or whatever you put it in.  Theyre actually pretty sweet, but a little more expensive.