I'm in the camp of those who believe that additional vitamins are pointless and a waste of money if you eat a balanced diet.
I'm in the camp of those who believe that additional vitamins are pointless and a waste of money if you eat a balanced diet.
I was curious...
Types of Chelates:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chelates_in_animal_nutrition#Particular_types_of_Chelates
http://www.rd2.co.nz/uploads/Conversations on chelation and mineral nutrition.pdf
Albion nutrition's patent is for a type of chelation. i.e. a patented amino acid chelation:
http://www.albionminerals.com/human-nutrition/quality/traacs-ft-ir-analysis
I know there's some medical professionals and at least one med student in the crowd who might be able to clarify, correct or confirm.
That is the vitamin I usually take too - Ultra Vita Man from PP. Curious about your thoughts on it. Was thinking of putting in another order today along with some Vit D.
Trouble is, that's a circular definition.
A balanced diet is one that includes all the nutrients and vitamins you need.
So by definition you are automatically correct. Additional vitamins are pointless and a waste of money if you eat a balanced diet.
Knowing if you have a balanced diet is the problem!
(Also worth mentioning that vitamin D is not really a vitamin, and you can't get enough of it from food. I'm sure there are other gotchas.)
I've worked in the supplement industry up until last year for a little over 4 years, was responsible for formula modifications and alpha-testing as well.
Alot of people may argue against it's necessity, but as nutritional insurance, it's something I always use.
My top 3 picks:
1) AOR Orthocore
2) Controlled Labs Orange Triad
3) Gaspari Nutrition Anavite
I am in the process of searching for a multi. I started with centrum, just bought a store brand men's multi (wegmans). My goals are general health, to supplement my diet, which tends toward the less processed. I also take an omega supplement on my doctor's recommendation, which is currently megared. I took nordic naturals fish oil, but it was pretty pricey and I had to take a couple capsules. I havent been able to consult with my doc, so any opinions would be great.
As far as what I am looking to do, I am 45, and fairly active, and I want to promote my general health. I also have some knee issues, so something to help that would be great as well.
I notice the Controlled Labs and Gaspari products are tablets which mean reduced bio-availability and increased processing which usually means heat (which destroys nutrient quality), even if it's the heat from smashing it into tablet form.
Can you comment on the differences between these 3 and why you like them? Which would be best for general overall health vs sports etc. Thanks!
Handful of Skittles with a Bourbon chaser.