Let's Talk Secondary Supplements with Dr. Paul Hrkal, ND - Winter 2024

In this segment, Gina chats with Dr. Paul Hrkal, ND, about the secondary supplements that can help support you in your weight loss journey and level up your health.If you are in the Winter 2024 Support Group, you can check out the full video here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024Topics covered:Introducing Dr. Paul and Secondary Supplements: What drives people's health?How do we help improve our resilience?4 main reasons your weight may be slower to move and Inflammation, Stress & Sleep and hormonesSupplements to help build resilience and your adrenal systemYour pattern of cortisol secretion during the dayAdrenal Fatigue - what does that really mean? And what symptoms are associated with it?Menopause and perimenopause: How do the adrenals play a role?A dysfunctional adrenal system as the underlying issue in many health concernsYou need to get healthy to lose weight, not lose weight to get healthyThe road back to health and how eating often helpsVitamin C, B Vitamins & Adaptogens to repair and replete our adrenal systemHow do you know if you are deficient in B12 and other nutrients?You have to get investigative about this process! Map your historyLooking at non-scale victories as a guide through this processB Complex: look for the active forms! AOR is a brand, for example, that uses active formsDosing of B vitamins: follow the instructions on the label or check in with your health care providerAdaptogens: help your body adapt! Ashwagandha, Ginseng, Rhodiola, Medicinal MushroomsWhere do you start with adaptogens?Supplements are more gentle and help your systems work betterL-theanine, an amino acid found in green tea, has a calming effect on the nervous system and works quicklyThe synergistic effect of food, movement and supplementsStop looking for a quick fix; understand your OWN story and do the hard workWhich secondary supplements apply the most to you?CoQ10 and supporting your cardiovascular healthTurmeric as an anti-inflammatoryMCT oil is a good fat that helps you feel more energizedTrace minerals and proper hydration; what symptoms may indicate you need more minerals?What are the areas that you feel unwilling to change? That's likely where you need to gowww.paulhrkalnd.com@drpaulhrklTo learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.