In the previous article, I outlined the importance of supplements. Because people always ask me which vitamin to take for this and which vitamin to take for that, I have organized the supplements in terms of the organs, systems, and medical conditions that are improved with specific supplements:

 

Brain and Eye Health

• Resveratrol
• Turmeric
• Astaxanthin (Eyes)
• Quercetin
• Oxaloacetate (Brain)
• Alpha lipoic acid
• N-Acetylcysteine
• Amino acids
• Choline
• B6 + B12 + Folate
• MCT oil – preferably caprylic (Brain)

Anxiety Relief

Bone broth is great for anxiety because it heals the gut and the gut is where almost all of the body’s serotonin resides (90%) and serotonin regulates mood.

• Ashwagandha – relieves anxiety, and helps with falling asleep and staying asleep.
• Wellbutrin is a medication that is effective with both anxiety and depression and has very few side effects.

Vascular/Heart Health

• Quercetin
• Turmeric
• Chromium picolinate
• Resveratrol
• Apigenin
• B6 + B12 + Folate
• Pycnogenol
• Alpha lipoic acid
• CoQ10
• Cordyceps Mushrooms

Cancer/Immunity/Aging

• Resveratrol
• Turmeric
• Quercetin
• Vitamin E
• Apigenin
• Cordyceps
• Astaxanthin
• N-Acetylcysteine
• B6 + B12 + Folate
• Alpha lipoic acid
• D3 + K2
• Cordyceps Mushrooms
• Phospholipid (Body Bio)

Inflammation and Arthritis

• Turmeric
• Quercetin
• Oxaloacetate
• Green lipped mussel oil (GLX3)
• Resveratrol
• Vitamin E
• Astaxanthan
• Phospholipid (Body Bio)

Weight Management

• Chromium Picolinate
• Quercetin
• Choline
• Resveratrol
• Alpha lipoic acid

Blood Sugar and Diabetes

• Quercetin
• Oxaloacetate (BeneGene)
• Chromium picolinate
• Alpha Lipoic acid
• Bergamot
• Apigenin
• CoQ10

Endocrine and Reproductive Health

B Vitamins For Hormonal Balance:

• B2 (Riboflavin)
• B3 (Niacin)
• B7 (Biotin)
• B9 (Folate)
• B12 (Cobalamin)

• Omega-3 (Green Leaf lipped mussel oil) GLX3 is my favorite brand
• Vitamin D3 + K2 (a hormone we should get from sunlight so that it is sulfated)
• Selenium
• Ashwagandha – great for anxiety and sleep

Muscle Health and Leg Pain

• Resveratrol
• Pycnogenol (low blood flow to legs)

Bones and Dental Health

• D3 + K2
• L-Lysine

Skin/Hair

• Resveratrol
• Hyaluronic Acid
• Biotin and B-12 together

Gut Health

• Bone broth

Specific Supplements and What They Fix

In addition to questions about conditions, I also get questions about various supplements. The next session summarizes the supplements and their main target, so now let’s look at each supplement and detail its creds:

• Ashwagandha – Relieves chronic stress, Sleeping aid, Hormone support
• Astaxanthin – Eye, Brain, Cardiovascular
• Alpha Lipoic Acid – Weight loss, Heart health, Blood sugar
• Amino Acids – Muscle strength, Energy, Happiness
• Apigenin – Neuroprotective, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antibacterial and Antiviral, Antitumor, Reduces Anxiety, Protects against diabetes/insulin
• Bergamot – Blood sugar, Cholesterol
• B6 + B12 + Folate – Balances Homocysteine levels, Supports white blood cells, Good for the brain and eyes
• Body-Bio – Supports liver, Improves mental focus, Accelerates cell repair
• Choline – Memory, muscle control
• CoQ10 – Heart disease, diabetes, migraines
• Chromium Picolinate – Lowers blood sugar, weight loss, lowers cholesterol
• D3K2 – Bone and dental health, immune, mood/energy
• Vitamin E – Immune system, free radicals, prevents clots
• L-Lysine – Prevents herpes breakout, promotes bone formation

The Magnesium’s:

• Taurate – blood sugar, heart, blood pressure
• Orotate – heart
• Glycinate – muscle relaxation, gastric emptying, nerve health
• Aspartate – cell health
• Lactate – digestion
• L-Threonate – Brain, prevents Alzheimer’s

• ME-3 – Lowers cholesterol, Prevents alcoholic liver, Fights colorectal cancer
• Omega 3’s or Green Lipped Mussel – Joint health, Memory and focus, Pain management, ADHD, Asthma, Arthritis, Muscle soreness
• Oxaloacetate – Brain function, Lowers insulin and blood sugar
• Pycnogenol – Leg pain, Allergies, Ringing in the ears
• Quercetin – Blood sugar, Heart disease, Brain
• Resveratrol – Lowers LDL ‘bad’ cholesterol, Increases HDL ‘good’ cholesterol, Protects against blood clots, Lowers blood pressure, Aids blood vessels, Regulates insulin levels, Prevents cognitive decline, Eases joint pain, Delays cellular aging, Boosts immunity, Improves cardiovascular function
• Selenium – Powerful antioxidant, Reduces risk of certain cancers, Protects against heart disease, Helps prevent mental decline, Supports thyroid, Regulates hormones, Improves fertility, Supports immune system
• Turmeric – Aging, Inflammation, Fighting free radicals

Foods That Fight Inflammation

Finally, there are a number of “foods” for fighting inflammation that work as well or better than supplements. Inflammation refers to anything ending “its”. Phlebitis, arthritis, otitis media, etc.

Anti-Inflammatory Spices

One easy way to incorporate anti-inflammatories into your diet is through the use of anti-inflammatory spices i.e. you can “supplement” with them.

• Curcumin

  Curcumin is a component of the spice turmeric that provides several impressive health benefits. It can decrease inflammation in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and cancer, to name a few.

• Ginger

  Ginger is a spice used in many cuisines that can be bought in powdered form or as a fresh root in most supermarkets. It has been used in traditional medicine for upset stomach, headache, and infection. It has been recognized as a potent anti-inflammatory for centuries.

• Cinnamon

  Cinnamon is not only great for your pumpkin pies, it has anti-inflammatory properties, which can also ease swelling. I put a teaspoon or more in my coffee every morning. Delicious!

• Cayenne

  Both cayenne and other hot chili peppers contain natural compounds called capsaicinoids which are what give cayenne its anti-inflammatory properties. So spice it up.

• Garlic

  The anti-inflammatory properties of garlic have long been recognized when it comes to relieving the inflammation of arthritis. You can and should use fresh garlic in almost every savory dish. Or you can roast it for a milder flavor.

• Black Pepper

  Black pepper, though not as hot as cayenne, has also been identified for its anti-inflammatory properties. Studies have shown that the chemical compounds of black pepper, particularly piperine, may be effective in the early acute inflammatory process. It is also added to a number of other supplements because it helps them to absorb better.

• Clove

  Cloves, which have been used as an expectorant, and to treat stomach upset and nausea, are also considered an anti-inflammatory of the mouth and throat.

• Coconut Oil

  We don’t usually think of it this way but Coconut oil also fights inflammation, this time in the brain. In fact, as mentioned previously, it is the only thing that’s ever been shown to prevent and reverse Alzheimer’s (which is now viewed as an infection or inflammation in the brain.) It is so effective, that unless you overuse it, it does not contribute to vascular disease.

  The really great thing about coconut oil is that it does not store fat in the body as it goes straight to the liver and is used as pure energy! Think about that: you can cook with this delicious oil and not gain weight from it, ever.

  A recent discovery when it comes to brain health is MCT oil which is a form of coconut oil. It does not raise cholesterol. But what it does do is protect the brain the same way that the coconut oil does and perhaps even better. Make sure that it is organic and that it only has Caprylic acid.