Supplements Take Time to Work

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Added: Fri Jan 25th 5:09pm
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With technology allowing us to get the information we want immediately, with a simple push of a button, it’s easy to expect fast results in every area of our life. Unfortunately, good health takes time.

“When taking nutritional supplements, I tell my patients to be patient,” says Dr. Karen Yale. Dr. Yale is a Chiropractic physician and a Clinical Director of the Integrated Medical Center in Bonita Springs, Florida and an advisor to Botanic Choice Vitamins.  “Vitamins and supplements take time – usually one to three months for maximum effectiveness. The important thing is to take your proper dose, consistently, every day.”

According to Dr. Yale, “Certain vitamins, like Vitamin C, are water-soluble, so they’re washed out of your system and need to be restored daily. Others, like Vitamins A, D and E are fat-soluble, and must be taken with food in order to be broken down and absorbed by your body. No absorption, no health benefits. “

Be sure to read the instructions on any medication or vitamin supplement carefully and take it as directed for best results. Don’t assume you know the correct dosage. And always check with your doctor if you are taking other medications.

The best results are achieved with long-term, consistent dedication to a healthy lifestyle. Too often, in our quest for immediate results, we can take too much of a good thing. “Unfortunately, you can’t flood your body with vitamins and minerals overnight,” says Dr. Yale.

Just as often, we lose interest in our healthy resolutions when we don’t get immediate results. “Supplements work constantly over a few months to replace your body’s depleted nutrients. Take comfort knowing that you’re working towards good health, naturally. The time you invest will be well worth it.”