Fitness and Nutritional Supplements. Chapter 2

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Vitamin E-
A standard dosage is between 200-400 international units (i.u.’s) of D-Alpha plus mixed tocopherols. Make sure you don’t buy the synthetic form of vitamin E, usually identified as” DL-Alpha “(note the “L”) or “tocopheryl” (note the”ryl”) may be used. Check the label of your bottle if you’re uncertain of the kind you have. Sometimes there is no information regarding the type or source of vitamin E used; this always means it’s synthetic! Why is it a big deal to differentiate between the synthetic and natural forms? Read the rest of this entry »

Fitness and Nutritional Supplements. Chapter 1

Fall and winter are the seasons when even the most disciplined fitness buffs aren’t as likely to maintain a regular exercise regimen. But the right combination of diet, exercise and nutritional supplements may prevent the seemingly inevitable weight gain that so many folks experience during the holiday season. Read the rest of this entry »