What supplements can't you do without?
First of all, it should be noted that the use of supplements is intended to support a proper diet and a healthy lifestyle, as specified by the Italian Ministry of Health.
There is often confusion about the concept of “fundamental supplements”.
It is in fact good to distinguish between supplements useful for physical well-being which contribute to the overall health of the person and supplements necessary to achieve a specific objectivewhether it be sporty or health-related.
Let's clarify…
Essential supplements for personal well-being
They exist substances, nutrients, and properties that the human body cannot do without.
The right intake of carbohydrates, proteins, fats (Omega3), vitamins and minerals, iron, calcium and fibre is essential for life.
Multivitamin supplements
The vitamin and mineral supplements They are a great example of essential supplements.
The absorption of an insufficient quantity of vitamins through diet could have serious health consequences.
There vitamin deficiency or hypovitaminosis It can cause various disorders or diseases, including asthenia, fatigue, insomnia, headache, dizziness, anemia and scurvy.
In particular, supplements Vitamin D, Vitamin C, Vitamin B And Iron they are therefore considered crucial for the well-being of one's body.
THE mineral salts Instead, they are inorganic substances that must necessarily be ingested through food, because they perform structural, control and regulatory functions in the body's vital processes.
Omega 3 supplements
The Omega 3 not only they do well, but they are essential for the body.
The Omega 3 food supplements They are one of the essential supplements, because the human body is not able to produce this substance nor to obtain it independently from the diet.
Daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal heart function and normal brain function and vision.
Joint supplements
Among the fundamental supplements it is also worth mentioning those for the joints.
They represent a valid support for the joint well-being, for the prevention of joint pain or with preventive purpose.
Essential supplements for cardiovascular well-being
Let's start with the basics: the health of the entire organism depends strictly on the cardiovascular system.
Inevitably, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and hyperglycemia negatively affect the health of the heart and, consequently, of the individual.
Supplements for cholesterol control and the intake of Omega 3 and Monacolins play an important role in ensuring the well-being of the body and the cardiovascular system.
Supplements for protein metabolism
Proteins – and therefore amino acids – are essential for humans.
However, not all amino acids can be synthesized by the body. In this case, they are called "essential amino acids" and are represented by: phenylalanine, leucine, isoleucine, lysine, methionine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine.
Specific natural supplements for the protein metabolism they are therefore extremely useful for their intake.
Essential supplements for the gym
On the other hand, the essential supplements for the gym and for sports in general.
In fact, there are many supplements, useful for increasing muscle mass and definition, designed for CrossFit and/or bodybuilding.
These targeted supplements, to achieve a specific sporting objective, can also be added to specific energy tonics, which help to regain strength for training and/or during the recovery phase.
