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The Best Daily Supplements for Better Health and Energy in Midlife

The Best Daily Supplements for Better Health and Energy in Midlife

FromLife after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne


The Best Daily Supplements for Better Health and Energy in Midlife

FromLife after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

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Length:
23 minutes
Released:
Sep 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this phase of life, it’s not uncommon to feel a little more drained or worn out than you once did.  Loss of energy can be due to many things, but very often, it’s as simple as not getting the proper nutrients from our diet. Therefore, it’s important to prioritize supplements for optimal health in midlife.   On today’s episode of Life after Kids, we’re discussing the best daily supplements for better health and energy in midlife. Key Takeaways:1.        Physical health is essential for pursuing purpose and finding fulfillment in this stage of life.2.     While whole foods are ideal, supplements are necessary due to time constraints and nutrient depletion in modern food.3.     Be sure to purchase supplements from reputable companies that do 3rd party testing.  Quality matter when it comes to supplements.4.     The top supplements to prioritize are magnesium, omega-3s, vitamin D, probiotics, and turmeric.In Life after Kids, we’re seeking more purpose, meaning, fulfillment, and ways we can share our strengths with the world, but if we don’t prioritize our physical health, we likely won’t have enough energy to pursue all that we want to do now that the kids are grown.  For this reason, it's necessary to supplement our diets with high quality nutritional supplements.  Listen to this week’s episode of Life after Kids to learn more about the best supplements to take daily for overall health and well-being.SHOP THE SUPPLEMENTS HERE:https://amzn.to/44JOFbKTimestamp Summary | 0:00:01  | Introduction to the podcast | 0:00:09  | Discussion on prioritizing supplements | 0:02:16  | Importance of energy for pursuing purpose in life after kids | 0:03:09  | Need for supplements due to depleted soil nutrients | 0:04:48  | Recommendation for magnesium supplements | 0:06:46  | Importance of therapeutic grade supplements | 0:07:23  | Avoiding multivitamins and opting for green powders | 0:09:35  | Omega-3s as a crucial supplement for brain health | 0:10:47  | Benefits of fish oil and alternative sources for vegetarians | 0:11:21  | Recommendation for Nordic Naturals fish oil | 0:11:08  | Algae as an alternative source of omega oil for vegetarians | 0:11:24  | Nordic Naturals and Innate Choice as recommended omega supplements | 0:12:16  | Omega-3's impact on memory and stress | 0:13:06  | Importance of omega-3 supplementation for those not eating enough fish | 0:13:28  | Benefits of cod liver oil for omega-3 and vitamins A and D | 0:14:00  | Vitamin D's role in aging, energy, immune system, and cancer protection | 0:14:39  | Availability of vitamin D tests and supplementation recommendations | 0:15:42  | Importance of probiotics for gut health and brain connection | 0:16:07  | Recommended brands for spore-based probiotics | 0:17:31  | Need for high-quality protein powder to meet protein needs | 0:18:11  | Benefits of turmeric as a natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant | 0:21:41  | Things you need to do. | 0:21:43  | Live life better. | 0:22:02  | Go take your supplements and have a great week. Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids! If you like what you hear please rate and review the podcast, hit subscribe, and pass it along to a friend. Making tomorrow even better than today, Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne PS... Don't forget to follow us! Instagram Facebook Tik Tok
Released:
Sep 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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We're getting real, raw and vulnerable on all things MIDLIFE.  And, we're having honest conversation about our struggles and what it really takes to live a meaningful Life after Kids.