Nutritional Supplements in Denver, CO
Nutritional Supplements
Supplementation can sometimes make all the difference
Almost everyone over the age of 30 needs two universal supplements because that’s as long as we’ve been granted optimal health by our Stone Age genes. Up until the age of 30, it is easy to remain healthy, but after that, our caveman and cavewoman bodies are programmed to begin their downward slide and need additional help. Supplementation can play a role in helping overcome your outdated genetic programming.
The two supplements that that can be taken by virtually everyone over 30 are a multiple vitamin-mineral formulation and fish oil. A daily multiple is necessary to ensure that raw materials are always available to help your youth-sustaining enzymes function optimally at all times. Numerous factors have conspired to require most adults to take supplementation.
“Modern” farming methods have led to significant decreases in the vitamin and mineral content of our food, and almost no one eats enough fresh fruit and vegetables to get adequate amounts of vitamins and minerals without supplementation. In addition, digestive function decreases with age so that you don’t absorb nutrients as well, another reason why you need more than what’s available from food alone. Studies have shown that 90 percent of Americans are deficient in one or more vitamins or minerals, so by taking a daily multiple, your body can use what it needs and discard the rest.
You want a daily multiple that contains enough vitamins and minerals to meet your needs for optimal nutrition. Optimal amounts vary from person to person, but you want a daily multiple that contains enough of each ingredient to meet optimal health needs – and not just prevent deficiency diseases like scurvy and rickets. But these amounts cannot fit in one capsule or tablet. It would be too big. Therefore, a one-a-day vitamin won’t fit the bill. Rather, you’ll need to take a daily multiple that typically has 2 to 6 pills per day. That way, each tablet or capsule is a comfortable size for you to swallow. But, you can’t just take 2 to 6 one-a-day vitamins either. Doing so would lead to your getting too much of one vitamin or mineral and not enough of another. Taking a few nutritional supplement pills a day can translate into better health for almost everyone.
FAQ's
How do I know if I need nutritional supplements?
Even with a balanced diet, many people don’t meet their optimal nutritional needs due to modern farming practices, reduced nutrient content in food, and age-related declines in nutrient absorption. A consultation with a healthcare professional and bloodwork can help determine specific deficiencies and the supplements that would benefit you the most.
Are “one-a-day” vitamins effective for meeting nutritional needs?
Most one-a-day vitamins are designed to meet minimum daily requirements for preventing deficiencies but often lack the higher doses needed for optimal health. A high-quality multivitamin spread across 2–6 capsules daily allows for better dosing of essential vitamins and minerals without compromising absorbability or causing imbalances.
What should I look for in a high-quality multivitamin?
A good multivitamin should provide balanced amounts of essential vitamins and minerals tailored for optimal health, not just to prevent deficiencies. Look for third-party testing, bioavailable forms of nutrients (like methylated B vitamins), and the absence of unnecessary fillers. Avoid mega-doses of single nutrients unless prescribed.
Why is fish oil considered essential after age 30?
Due to the omega-3 fatty acids it naturally contains, fish oil is effective in heart health, brain function, and inflammation. However, after age 30, the body’s ability to maintain optimal levels of these essential fats declines, making supplementation important for long-term health.
