Back to the Basics: Supplements
In this video, Joe outlines the basic nutrients, vitamins, and supplements that we needs through various stages of our life. You will notice a consistent pattern of some of the main components of health for people at any age: Buffered C, Vitamin D-3, Daily Essentials (comprehensive multivitamin), Omega-3 800’s, and Probiotic Essentials. These are products that are exclusive to the Ask the Pharmacist group. All of the products mentioned throughout the video are available on our website: askjoedimatteo.com/products.
• Pregnancy
o Vitamin D-3
• Less likely occurrences of Type I diabetes
• Less autoimmune diseases
o Folate/Folic Acid
o Omega-3 800’s
• Brain function (DHA)
o Probiotic Essentials
• Supports the production of good bacteria in the womb
• Atopic disorders are lowered with good bacteria (eczema, asthma, allergies)
o Buffered Vitamin C
• Lower chance of preeclampsia
• Higher levels of antioxidants seem to negate and help regulate
o Prenatal Plus
• Good multivitamin for expectant mothers
• Children
o Vitamin D-3
• Modulates immune system
• Stimulates Antimicrobial peptides
• Encourages conversions of T cells which are premature NK killer cells
• DNA contains disease zones and Vitamin D can help because of the vitamin D receptors located on the DNA
o Omega-3 800’s/DHA
• Helps with Focus, cognition, brain function
o Buffered C
• Immune system support
o Probiotic Essentials
• Immune system support
o Daily Essentials – Chewables
• Important multivitamin for children
• Adolescents
o Vitamin B’s (Coenzyme B Complex)
• Important for conversion of brain neurotransmitters (serotonin, dopamine, etc)
• Important for females to support estrogen metabolism
o Double Zinc
• Good for skin/acne concerns
• Important in the conversion of hormones
o Magnesium
• Helps support PMS issues
o Omega-3 800’s
• Brain function and support
o Probiotic Essentials
• Immune system
o Daily Essentials
• Comprehensive multivitamin
o Buffered C Ascorbate
o Vitamin D-3
• Adults: Women
o Vitamin B’s (Coenzyme B Complex)
• Especially good for estrogen metabolism
o Magnesium
• Helps support PMS issues
o Agnus Castus
• If PMS is a concern
o DHEA
• Support hormones, bones, mood, and immune system
o Joint Essentials
• Preventative maintenance
• Promotes normal joint health
o Buffered C
o Vitamin D-3
o Daily Essentials
o Omega-3 800’s
o Probiotic Essentials
• Adult: Men
o Adrenal Essentials
• Aids with stress
o Coenzyme B Complex
• Also good for stress concerns
o Saw Palmetto Plus
• Preventative prostate health
o Double Zinc
• Hormonal support; testosterone
o DHEA
• Support hormones, bones, mood, and immune system
o Joint Essentials
• Preventative maintenance
• Promotes normal joint health
o Buffered C
o Vitamin D-3
o Daily Essentials
o Omega-3 800’s
o Probiotic Essentials
• Seniors
o Main issue is the loss of hormones. This is from chemicals in the environment, stress, estrogen mimics in environment, stress and physical inactivity.
o Loss of hormones leads to: menopause, adropause, fatigue, etc., which can lead to premature aging
o Vitamin B12
• 25% shrinkage of cerebellum
o Vitamin D3
• Low vitamin D means more frailty, immune comprise, higher rates of lower respiratory infections, less strength in bones
o Buffered C
o Daily Essentials
o Omega-3 800’s
o Probiotic Essentials
We hope you find this outline of basic supplements useful and informative!