Q & A: Supplements

The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, discussing wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. We delve into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.In today’s episode we’re answering your questions on supplements. We discuss everything from filling in the gaps where our nutrition falls short, calorie intake, supplement approvals, how to know if you should take supplements, genetic factors, superfoods, and the reasons why we can't supplement our way out of poor nutrition.Join us as we answer all these wonderful questions sent in by our members at Salad With a Side of Fries.IN THIS EPISODE:[01:00] The Spring Move challenge.[04:00] How to sign up as a member.[10:00] Supplementation is about supplementing, not an excuse to not eat nutrition.[11:00] How do I know if I should take supplements?[15:00] The dominant nutrients that impact long-term health.[19:00] Ask questions, to further understand nutrients and supplements.[25:00] Discussing MCT oil.[30:00] The benefits of magnesium.[33:00] How to choose and store Omega 3.[40:00] Key factors for detoxification including environmental exposures, and quality nutrition.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Supplements should be used to supplement nutrition, not instead of eating nutritional foods.There are many factors in choosing the right supplements for you.Supplements are more effective when taken with other vitamins, instead of on their own.Start with your personal health targets. Are we focused on our sexual health, cognitive health, blood pressure, body fat percentage or something else?RESOURCES:Become A Member of Salad with a Side of FriesJenn’s Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramQUOTES:“Reaching balance requires a combination of vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, and women have unique needs based on age.” Jenn Trepeck“Supplementation is not an excuse to not eat quality foods.” Jenn Trepeck