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Pills for energy
by blake ryan
Supplement: NADH Breakdown/Benefits: NADH (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is an energy-carrying molecule within the body that is partly made from vitamin B3. When you eat, your body breaks the food down, and at some point energy is passed to this NADH molecule to be turned into ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the body’s energy currency. Several supplement companies have marketed NADH products, but research has been limited. (One study found that 30 percent of subjects with chronic fatigue syndrome benefited from NADH). To date, there is little promise for most normal healthy people, who have plenty of NADH floating around. But under certain types of stress (excessive exercise, ultra-endurance events, alcohol overindulgence, etc.), the body’s ability to produce enough NADH can be somewhat compromised. In such conditions, NADH supplements may prove beneficial. Side effects: Nothing serious, although there have been some reports of nervousness and appetite loss during the first days of supplementing.
Supplement: Pyruvate Breakdown/Benefits: Pyruvate is a compound created through the breakdown of carbohydrates within the body. Studies have shown some promise for pyruvate’s ability to improve energy levels and increase fat loss in people on low-carb diets. And several Olympic gymnasts using pyruvate during the 1996 Olympic Games reported significant increases in energy and performance. But pyruvate requires very high dosages to work; for the average person, it’s likely to have little to no effect on energy or fat burning. Side effects: Minimal, although some people have complained of an upset stomach due to the large dose necessary for results.
Don't Forget the Basics Some of the more underrated sources of energy are things we consume every day. Proper amounts of protein, carbohydrate and fats, as well as the necessary vitamins and minerals, from the foods we eat all play roles in providing adequate energy levels for our daily activities. All the supplements in the world are not going to replace the food necessary for base energy needs. So get your diet in order, take a good multivitamin, and top it all off with adequate, regular rest.
Don't Overdo It It’s best not to take an energy supplement every day. For a more pronounced benefit, use one only when you need a boost.
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