Consider Taking These Nutrients As You Age, Part 1 – InVite Health Podcast, Episode 315
As we age, the need for certain nutrients increases for a number of reasons, including an increase in our prescription medications and gaps in our diet.
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Alarming Findings On Nutrient Deficiencies – InVite Health Podcast, Episode 303
The findings of a long-term study were just released and they are astonishing. Participants were studied to find out how much of their vitamins were obtained from food alone. Here’s what you need to know about the impact of nutrient deficiencies.
The Unspoken Danger Of Prescription Medication On Important Nutrients – InVite Health Podcast, Episode 262
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Invite Health Podcast, Episode hosted by Amanda Williams, MPH.
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Did you know that over 65% of the adults in the United States take a prescription medication? That is a very high number and out of that 65% that are on a prescription medication, many of those people are taking more than one. We’re talking about multiple medications and we certainly see this as people get older. In elderly people, for example, we will see that the median number of medications taken by adults over the age of 65 is four medications. It is not uncommon to see someone on 10, 12 or 15 medications per day, which is really quite scary.
The thing that I want to focus in on is what happens when someone is on these medications long term in terms of what is occurring biochemically in the body. Oftentimes, a prescribed medication is warranted and required, but we also have to take into consideration the potential for drug-induced nutrient depletion. This is so common. Quite interestingly enough, oftentimes doctors overlook this because their focus is never on nutrition, vitamins or minerals, but yet, often the medications that they’re prescribing to people are creating significant imbalances in key nutrients that the body requires in order to function properly. If we look and see that at least 65% of Americans are on at least one medication per day, what is the end result of that? I want to talk about this in detail.†
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What do prescribed medications do to the body?
When it comes to prescription medications for blood pressure, for example, this is one of the most commonly prescribed classes of drugs in this country. While those prescription medications might be working to help regulate the blood pressure, at the same time, they could be creating another series of havoc in the body. I always encourage people who are on a prescribed medication or know someone else who is to please go to our website and look at our Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletion chart. It is a handy, useful guide and can really make such a difference.†
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I have talked to numerous people through the years who have been on a beta blocker such as atenolol or metoprolol for blood pressure. They had been on it for many years and seemed to think they weren’t having any problems with it, but when they started to delve into it a little bit more, they realized that maybe their energy wasn’t so good or they didn’t really sleep well. Interestingly enough, they may have been completely unaware of the fact that beta blocking drugs can create a deficiency in things such as coenzymeQ10, which is required for cellular energy production. These medications can lower the body’s melatonin levels, which can then be implicated in improper sleep. Those beta blockers can lower your chromium, which can then potentially have an impact on your blood glucose regulation.†
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Many medications deplete critical nutrients, so we have to be aware of these potential deficiencies and we have to be proactive to that. This isn’t just related to people who are 60 and older who are on many medications. This can affect younger people, too. When you look at birth control medications or any type of hormone replacement someone may be on, you have to be aware that those synthetic estrogens and all of those other hormones, even the bioidentical hormones, can create significant depletions of many key nutrients in the body, including B vitamins, zinc, Vitamin C and magnesium. If you’re taking a hormone replacement or you’re taking something such as a birth control pill, you need to be aware of the fact that B6 levels are becoming depleted. B6 plays a very important role in over 130 different reactions in the body. A B6 deficiency can then drive up the potential for mood issues because it can create low serotonin. It can screw up your melatonin levels, which can then disrupt your sleep. This can potentially elevate your homocysteine levels, which means you have greater likelihood of vascular inflammation occurring. Low B6 in the body can also be associated with anxiety. These are all things that we need to know.†
Tune into the full podcast episode to learn more about the importance of recognizing drug-induced nutrient depletions.
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Basic Nutrients Needed During COVID-19 – Invite Health Podcast, Episode 64
With so much information available, how do you know which products are the best to help boost your immune system? And when and how much should you take? Amanda Williams, MPH brings you all of the information you need on basic nutrients that can be beneficial at this time.
Could A Poor Diet Lead to Blindness? Here’s What Expert Are Saying
A 14-year old boy in the UK went to his doctor and explained he felt tired. And, one year later, hearing loss and vision symptoms had developed. Here’s what you need to know about the impact following a poor diet has on your vision.
How To Keep Your Energy Levels High
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You’re always on the go; whether you’re headed to work or school each morning, you need your energy levels high in order to keep you moving throughout the day. In order to do that, you’ll need to revamp your healthy lifestyle – adding certain foods and avoiding others, staying active, and practicing stress relief methods.
Revamp Your Diet
The relationship between your diet and your energy levels may seem complex, but it is one of the most important. You may have heard the saying, “you are what you eat”, and that is definitely the case. Healthy eating can be beneficial in numerous ways for revamping your energy levels. Fatigue can be addressed by eating balanced meals that contain enough nutrients to keep your health optimized. Overeating or a diet high in processed foods and sugar, can cause your energy levels to drop, as it causes the digestive process to work over time and leaves you feeling tired.
According to Harvard Health Publishing, it’s better to eat small meals and snacks every few hours than three large meals a day. Your brain needs a steady supply of nutrients to feed it throughout the day so it can perform at its best. Eating foods like whole grains, high-fiber vegetables, nuts and health oils like olive oil can help you avoid the lag in energy and keep your body moving efficiently. Be sure to limit your caffeine and alcohol intake, as well.
Live a Healthy, High-Energy Lifestyle
Numerous studies have shown that exercise helps you sleep better and gives your cells more energy to burn. In a study performed by the University of Georgia, researchers found overwhelming evidence that regular exercise plays a significant role in increasing energy levels and reducing fatigue. This is largely due to the fact that exercising causes your body to release stress hormones that can make you feel energized, according to Harvard Health. “Stress-induced emotions consume huge amounts of energy. Talking with a friend or relative, joining a support group, or seeing a psychotherapist can all help diffuse stress,” says Harvard Health.
Exercise can also lead to a better night’s sleep, helping you feel refreshed and energized the next day. According to The National Sleep Foundation sleep can help to restore energy so that you body can restore many functions such as temperature regulation, a strong immune system, steady hormone levels and a good appetite.
What to Do When Your Energy Levels are Still Lacking
There are some nutrients that are critical to the production of energy and optimal functioning of your body and metabolism. Mariesette Zeyl, ND, former healthcare associate at InVite® Health names four top nutrients for promoting healthy energy levels.
ALCAR
“Acetyl-l-Carnitine, or more commonly called ALCAR, plays an important role in transporting energy by shuttling fatty acids directly across into the mitochondria to be burned as energy. Supplementation of ALCAR has a powerful antioxidative ability to improve energy metabolism and reduce both mental and physical fatigue.”
ALA
“Alpha-Lipoic-Acid, or ALA, is also a cellular metabolism nutrient. Aside from being the most powerful and versatile of antioxidants, it enhances energy levels. Research indicates ALA can improve energy production and homeostasis, stress response, and reverse energy decline associated with aging.”
B-Vitamins
“B-vitamins are needed to fight off fatigue and for normal brain function, hormone production and conversion of fats, carbohydrates and protein into energy. Specifically, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NADH) is the activated form of the B3 vitamin niacin, which is essential to any living cell’s energy production. NADH is directly responsible for the release of energy within the mitochondria. It is also a powerful antioxidant.”
Ubiquinol
CoenzymeQ10 (CoQ10) is the active form of Ubiquinol and is an essential nutrient for cellular metabolism. It is typically known for its heart health benefits, but it is essential to creating the spark that ignites the creation of energy. Ubiquinol also acts as a powerful antioxidant as it neutralizes free radicals inside the cell. If you are taking a statin drug, it depletes your body of Ubiquinol, so it can be beneficial to supplement with this invaluable energy creator.”