There’s no doubt that eating lots of fresh foods can greatly help your body function properly. However, life can get pretty hectic sometimes and making well rounded meals can become quite a time-consuming chore. As a result, many people turn to taking daily vitamins and other supplements to ensure that they’re getting all the nutrients they need. While multivitamins, in particular, can seem like a quick and easy solution, many contain lots of vitamins that most people don’t need more of or include micronutrients that compete with eachother for absorption. Here’s a list of individual supplements that you might find helpful for aiding your everyday life.
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Omega-3
Omega-3, -6, and -9 fatty acids are all fats important for your daily diet, but the ratio at which you consume them is crucial. Omega-6 and -9 fatty acids can easily be found in many foods and most Americans don’t need to consume any more of them. In fact, while the ideal ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 is 1:4 or less, many Americans consume anywhere from 1:12 to 1:25. Taking omega-3 supplements can help improve this ratio and in turn, help improve eye, brain, and heart health, and also reduce inflammation.
Vitamin B Complex
Vitamin B Complex is made up of eight different B vitamins, including biotin, folic acid, and B-12. Vitamin B Complex can help with many things such as fighting free radicals in the body and promoting healthy growth of skin, hair, and nails. Vitamin B-12 in particular helps improve mood and energy levels, as well as overall brain function- all which are super important for a college student.
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Vitamin D
Vitamin D is produced in the body when skin comes in direct contact with sunlight. For those who find themselves staying indoors a lot, have dark skin, or live in places where sun is not as plentiful, vitamin D absorption can become an issue. Vitamin D deficiency can lead to bone and muscle pains, depression, and a weakened immune system, so it’s especially important to make sure your body is getting enough of it.
Probiotics
Probiotics help promote a healthy digestive system, which is especially important since the gut can greatly affect overall health. A healthy gut means better absorption of vitamins, reduction in inflammation, and improved mental health. Plus, probiotics are beneficial for vaginal health as they fight off yeast and bacteria growth.