Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Omega-3 fatty acids have robust anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant effects in the body. These fatty acids are beneficial to maintaining heart and brain health.  Avoid products that are laden with omega-6 fatty acids as these are pro-inflammatory. 

Nordic Natural Ultimate Omega is a quality product.

Curcumin

Curcumin is a derivative of the spice turmeric. It has powerful anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Curcumin has been used to treat osteoarthritis and an assortment of other inflammatory conditions. It should be taken alongside your omega-3 fatty acid supplement to aid in absorption. Make sure to buy curcumin that contains piperine which is a black pepper extract. This also helps enhance the bioavailability of the curcumin.

Vitamin C

It is essential in maintaining optimal immune health. Vitamin C is also a potent antioxidant and is integral in numerous biological processes including tissue repair, decreasing inflammation and preventing atherosclerosis (artery plaques.) Strive to take 2000-5000mg a day. You should take 500-1000mg with every meal, this will quench all the free radicals produced after you eat.

Resveratrol

This is the healthy component found in wine. Resveratrol has potent anti-inflammatory effects and is important in influencing healthy metabolism through improving insulin sensitivity. What does this mean? Lowered overall blood glucose levels which in turn improves vascular and metabolic health. This supplement is essential in maintaining optimal health. 

Green Tea

Probably one of many factors that explain the longevity of the Japanese. Green tea is a potent anti-oxidant and has been shown to have anti-cancer effects due to inhibiting the formation of blood vessels in tumors and inducing apoptosis (cell death) in tumor cells.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E supplementation has been associated with reducing atherosclerotic plaques and improving lipid profiles. It is also a potent anti-oxidant. Select a vitamin E supplement that is a preparation of mixed tocopherols and tocotrienols. Make sure there is at least 250mg of each of these 8 vitamin E components.

Vitamin D3

Vitamin D is actually a hormone. Vitamin D is essential in maintaining bone health and calcium regulation in the body. It also is important in our immune and vascular health. Vitamin D has anti-inflammatory properties and it influences skeletal muscle growth. A vast amount of the American public is vitamin D deficient. 

B Complex

The 8 different types of B vitamins are essential in energy regulation within the body. B vitamins are important in the process of methylation within the cells of your body. It is critical in the regulation of protein function and gene expression. Deficient methylation is associated with cancer, coronary artery disease, stroke and other neurological diseases. 

Magnesium

Magnesium helps stabilize heart muscle and prevents arrhythmias. It also lowers blood pressure by dilating and relaxing blood vessels. It reduces the risk of developing osteoporosis by augmenting bone density and helps prevent muscle cramps. If you are prone to suffering from constipation, it also helps soften stools. If you are athletic, this is a must have supplement.Take 500-1000mg daily before bed.