Supplement Judge Unbiased Supplement Reviews – Do they really work??
What is the most important supplement that I should be taking?
At bare minimum, everyone should be taking a multivitamin of some sort because of nutrient deficient soil. I prefer organic, whole food vitamin sources such as powdered greens.
What supplements should I be taking?
A multivitamin, an omega 3 source, a probiotic, and Vitamin D. As I said before, I prefer whole food sources over artificial multivitamins. So I would use a greens source as my multivitamin. I use a high quality fish oil or krill oil for my omega 3 source. An alternative for vegans would be flaxseed oil or hemp oil. As for probiotics, the best source is naturally fermented foods such as miso soup, kimchi, natto, kefir, and sauerkraut. As for supplementation, get one that has more than 10 billion active probiotic strains per serving. Vitamin D supplementation is very important for people who don’t get one hour of sunlight exposure per day. For instance, if you live in the northeast US, you will definitely need it. People with darker complexions will need more sun exposure than light skinned folks because UV-B rays do not penetrate the skin as far. Therefore, less sunlight is converted to Vitamin D. The latest studies are saying that almost everyone is deficient in Vitamin D.
What is the best type of protein powder to buy?
It depends on what you are using it for. Whey is the best all-purpose protein. It absorbs fast, is cheap, and is best taken after a workout. Casein protein is best taken before bed because it is slowly absorbed. I would stick to a protein powder that is made from grass-fed cow’s milk for higher quality.
When should I take my protein supplement: before or after a workout? 
If you can afford it, both. The influx of branch chained amino acids taken before will give you a better performance throughout your workout. If you are trying to save money, the optimal time to take a protein supplement is within 30 minutes of completing your workout for recovery.
I have tried all diets and they have failed. What’s the easiest way to see results without dieting?
Intermittent fasting may work for you. Research shows that the 18th hour is the “golden hour”. This is when you see the most results for the least amount of time. There are different theories on intermittent fasting. Some say the fast starts after your last meal and others say that it starts 2 or 3 hours after your last meal due to digestion. You do not want to fast over 24 hours straight. This is where negative effects on metabolism are seen and honestly anything over 24 hours is miserable and uncomfortable..
