There are a lot of popular supplements available on the market today. Each one targets something different and has different benefits. How should you know what one(s) to take? Here’s a few that we think are pretty incredible you might not have heard of. 

Karela

Karela is a bitter gourd that looks like a bumpy cucumber. It’s very low in calories, but packed full of nutrients. It’s loaded with vitamins B1, B2, B3, and C. It also has a lot of fiber, magnesium folate, zinc, phosphorus, and manganese. It’s also got iron, beta-carotene, calcium, and potassium. 

Bitter melons also contain a naturally occurring phytoconstituent, called charantin. Charantin doesn’t have any nutritional value, but has been used in some cultures and countries throughout the world to help treat diabetes. Charantin works by lowering the blood sugar of those who take it. 

There’s a few misconceptions and misunderstandings about karela. Karela is often misspelled as korella and mistaken for a vegetable. Karela belongs in the same family as cucumbers, but has a bitter taste. While the bitter gourd may be hard for some to stomach, it’s nutritional benefit is definitely worth the bitter taste. 

Chlorella 

Chlorella is a single-celled green algae with tons of amazing benefits. It’s an amazing superfood with a lot of amazing benefits and nutrients. Ounce for ounce, chlorella has more protein than beef or chicken. It contains essential amino acids and is one of the only plant forms of active Vitamin B12. It’s also got Vitamin C, iron, antioxidants, and Omega-3s. 

One of the most unique things about chlorella is that it contains Chlorella Growth Factor (CGF). CGF provides your body extra nucleic acids, which make up the DNA and RNA in our bodies. The more available nucleic acids we have, the more our cells have to help with cell growth and repair. CGF is only found in chlorella, and chlorella products made from chlorella pyrenoidosa have the most CGF. Sun Chlorella is a premier provider of chlorella pyrenoidosa products. For more information on how chlorella can impact your life, or if you have questions, contact us. 

Probiotics

Probiotics are a great way to improve your overall gut health. Having a healthy gut is critical to obtaining and maintaining a healthy weight. Your stomach has lots of good and bad bacteria swimming around inside it. Probiotics support digestion and help the good bacteria do their job. Probiotics help fight infections in the digestive tract, the work to prevent diarrhea, gas, and cramping. If there’s anything that throws off your regular bowel habits, chances are, probiotics can help. 

Probiotic supplements ensure you maintain a healthy digestive tract. If you’re interested in adding probiotics into your diet, a great place to start is with yogurt, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kefir. If you’re looking for a probiotic supplement, make sure you choose one that has live cultures. 

Omega-3

Taking Omega-3 fatty acids can be very beneficial for your health, especially for the health of your heart. They can also help your immune system function well, control inflammation, and keep your brain running smoothly. 

What foods contain these awesome fatty acids? Salmon, dark leafy greens, walnuts, and fatty fish are all incredible sources of fatty acids. If you’ve got a food allergy to one or more of these foods, finding a quality fish oil pill can work just as well. 

Multivitamin

A multivitamin is always a great place to start for someone wanting to ease into taking supplements. A multivitamin is a very basic attempt to round out some of the nutrients and vitamins you may be missing in your regular diet. This doesn’t mean you can skip eating fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods. A multivitamin acts as a backup health supplement to your regular, healthy diet. 

Conclusion

There are a lot of incredible supplements on the market, and many that don’t work as well as advertised. Do your research before taking a new supplement. Talk to your doctor to see if taking an additional supplement will work into your daily routine, or if there are supplements you should avoid taking. Taking a supplement can be a great way to add benefit to your regular routine. Have questions about what supplement is right for you? Contact us and we’d be happy to answer any questions you might have.