Verna wrote: I ,too, take many supplements in additions to my prescriptions for my heart condition. My nurse practitioner subscribes the supplements. I have become lax in taking the supplements...sometimes, I just don't want to (like a little kid!) I just read Dr. Bredesen's book "The End of Alzheimer's" and am newly motivated to be more consistent. Thanks for being here for me, folks!
Welcome Verna - glad to have you here with us!
I am certain you're not alone in terms of becoming "lax" or perhaps just inconsistent at times in taking recommended supplements. I'll raise my hand here on that one. Because research on the benefits of specific supplements many of us take is typically limited, some of us rotate between them, take short breaks or even eliminate some from our routine. My
opinion (as I'm a layperson speaking only for myself), is that we need to remember that we're all unique and so it's important to stay in touch with how you're
feeling and to continue to browse thru research regarding the supplements you are using as you have time.
Since you recently joined us, I'd like to recommend browsing through our site
Primer written by a member practicing physician. It's an excellent source of information regarding lifestyle choices we can all make to improve our long term health and includes a section discussing supplements that you may find helptul. Our
Wiki offers more in-depth discussions on topics of particular interest to our members. You may also want to check out our
How-To-Guide for some great tips on navigating our site more easily and effectively (such as clicking on the magnifying glass along the upper right of this page to search the forums for topics you'd like to dive into).
Verna, please don't hesitate to continue to share and ask questions of our community at any time. And again, welcome!
warmly, Lucy