The nutritionist clarifies the main doubts about these well-known fitness products
In search of health and wellness, nearly 60% of Brazilians look for food supplements, according to a survey by the Brazilian Association of the Food Industry for Special and Similar Purposes (ABIAD). According to nutritionist Camile Zanichelli of Always Fit, a e-commerce specializing in natural supplements, even with access to information, there are still many doubts on the subject.
“Food supplements must be consumed with awareness and monitored by health professionals. Even if they are not medicines, their indiscriminate and unguided use ends up being harmful to health,” he says.
To clear up any doubts on the subject, nutritionist Camile Zanichelli lists 5 myths and truths about the use of supplements. Check them out!
1. Supplements can replace drugs
Myth. Although the compounds of supplements contribute to well-being, they are not medicines. Furthermore, each person has different needs, hence the importance of specialist support.
2. Supplements help prevent disease
True, but with caveats. Supplements can be allies in maintaining health and preventing disease, but they do not replace healthy and wholesome habits. requests consult your doctor regularly. In case of illness, they should be used as a complement to the recommended medical therapy.
3. Supplements replace a balanced diet
Myth. Supplements are intended to be complementary and not a substitute for a balanced diet. It is essential to maintain a nutrient-rich diet and vitamins for maintaining general health.
4. Supplements can provide health benefits
REAL. The supplements help with immunity, gain strengthenergy and concentration. But it is necessary to have a healthy lifestyle, practice physical activity, consume at least two liters of water a day, in addition to taking care of your sleep.
5. Supplements can only be used by athletes
Myth. Creatine, collagen, caffeine, guarana are the most known in the world fitness. However, contrary to what many people think, supplements can actually be used by those who are not athleteprovided they are monitored by a healthcare professional.
By Kelly Mantovani
Source: Terra
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