Why Supplement Your Health?
According to the CDC and the CEO of the Council for Responsible Nutrition, 9 out of 10 Americans are not getting enough vitamins and minerals. That's alarming! Even more alarming is that 2 out of 3 Americans believe they are getting all the nutrients they need. Not to mention the environment we live in is full of toxins (subtle as they may be) and endocrine disruptors. As artists, we also feel the pressures of our performing careers and deal with the aches and pains that can accompany it. Below I have included some recommendations that have enhanced my performing career, and I am confident they will for you, too.
About Nutrilite®
Nutrilite® was founded in 1934 by Carl Rohnberg, a true pioneer in the world of nutrition. It was the first brand to create and sell a multivitamin supplement, and is the leading health and wellness brand in the world. With over 6400 acres of their own certified organic farms, over 100 scientists, and 190 patents/patents pending, they control the entire process from the seed in the ground to its supplement form, which in most cases is as short as four hours. The traceability is second to none, as each of the plants have their own birth certificates. Another fun fact is that they discovered the phytonutrient. No synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers are ever used in their process, and they even control the air space above the farms to ensure the purity of their crop. This brand is the best of science and nature together.
Product Recommendations
For Joint Health
What it is: Glucosamine is a naturally occurring compound found in the cartilage of the body. This supplement form is glucosamine hydrochloride which boasts 99% purity. One twist tube readily dissolves in 16oz water.
What it does: Glucosamine HCl has anti-inflammatory properties, can help relieve pain in joints, and help rebuild the cartilage between joints.
For Soreness/Inflammation
What it is: CBD is Cannabidiol and this particular product sources its CBD from the hemp plant, and uses full spectrum hemp extract which caputres all the beneficial parts of the hemp plant. CBD is NOT marijuana and therefore will not produce a high or psychoactive effects.
What it does: CBD is anti-inflammatory and can help treat choric pain, relieve temporary pain, and help with anxiety and depression. This topical product is especially good for relieving muscle aches and pains.
For Energy & Focus
What it is:
Ultra Focus + Energy pack contains Nutrilite Vitamin B Dual action, Nutrilite Memory Builder, and XS Energy & Focus.
B Dual action has Thiamin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Folate, Biotin, Niacin, Riboavin, Pantothenic acid.
Memory builder has Cistanche Tubulosa, and Gingko Biloba.
XS Energy & Focus is comprised of Rhodiola rosea and caffeine from Green tea extract.
What it does: Vitamin B Dual action helps give me energy all day long without the crash and beat the afternoon fatigue after lunch. Nutrilite Memory builder helps improve short and long term memory and supports good blood flow to the brain. Rhodiola gives me the endurance and focus I need to make it through a long rehearsal or concert day.