Category: Vitamins and Supplements

EYE VITAMINS

November 20th, 2025
November 20, 2025
What are they?

Multiple vitamins and supplements play a role in eyesight. Most people get it from the food they eat, but those with poor diet, who have macular degeneration, or other serious eye issues may need supplementation.
- Vitamin C: needed for the prevention of cataracts and protection from oxidative stress.
- Vitamin E: reduces the risk of macular degeneration.
- Vitamin A: for help with night blindness and helps to protect the cornea and retina
- Lutein and zeaxanthin: These are natural “sunglasses”. They filter blue light.
- Omega-3 fatty acids: These help to prevent dry eye syndrome
- Zinc: helps the immune system helper that assists in prevention of macular degeneration.
- Copper: produces ceruloplasmin, an enzyme, that is important to protect the retina.
Why do I need them?

Most people do not need eye vitamins; however, those with high risk of eye disease, chiefly those with a family history of macular degeneration. If you have a first-generation family member with this problem, you are three times more likely to turn up with it.

Those with poor nutrition, vegans, and vegetarians may need them to fill the chink in the armor that food provides.

Additionally, if you have dry eye syndrome you may benefit from these vitamins/supplements.

What at the side effects?

Most of the side effects are related to the gastrointestinal system. These are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and constipation.

Omega-3s may cause a fishy aftertaste.

Some less common side effects are jaundice, an increase in lung cancer in current and former smokers. This is due to the ingredient Beta-carotene. If you fall into this category look for the newer formulas that do not contain this substance. It should contain Lutein not beta-carotene.

There also may be interaction with other medications like blood thinners and sugar levels.

Allergic reactions like rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or shortness of breath may occur.

How much should I take?

If you are taking individual vitamins, the doses are as follows.

For age related macular degeneration AREDS2 contain:

Vitamin C 500 mg

Vitamin E 400 Iu

Zinc 80mg

Copper 2 mg

Lutein 10 mg

Zeaxanthin 2mg

NOTE: AREDS2 are not recommended for those without macular degeneration.

As always do not start these or any other vitamins without checking in with your health care provider.

For prevention a proper diet of leafy green vegies, eggs, oily fish, citrus, berries, lean meats and legumes may keep you from developing more serious issues.

If your diet is not as healthy as it should be, consider taking a multivitamin.

If your decision it to take a supplement, make sure you get what you pay for.

I recommend Xymogen products. This company produces pharmaceutical grade vitamins and supplements. Not only that, but they are made here in the USA and are certified to have in them what they say they do. They can only be purchased from a medical professional. I will place a link at the bottom of this page for your convenience.

Follow your health care providers’ recommendation for AREDs 2 if you have macular degeneration but for help with prevention, I recommend I sight 60. You can find this on the wholescripts website posted below.

If you are just looking for a good multivitamin, I recommend Active Nutrients without iron.

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SUPPLEMENT SCRIBBLES

October 19th, 2025

VITAMIN A

What is it?

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin, that exists in two forms. Vitamin A, retinol, is found in fish. eggs and dairy. The second type is provitamin A carotenoids, also fat soluble, found in foods like carrots, sweet potatoes, kale and spinach and is the type used in skin products

Most of the population of the US does not need additional Vitamin A. They get it from their diet. Nonetheless, patients with Crohn’s disease or cystic fibrosis cannot absorb fat correctly and those in lower income countries may need supplementation.

What does it do?

Retinal: It pairs up with opsins form rhodopsin, a pigment type is necessary for low light and color vision. It is a part of the biochemical process that allows us to see light.
Immunity; Vitamin A helps keep the skin and mucosal cells intact which helps to protect the skin from infection.
Embryonic development: Vitamin A is crucial in cell growth, differentiation, and communication. It promotes cell turnover and repair
Antioxidant: Retinol, Beta-carotene, helps to protect cells from damage from free radicals. It can also be converted into retinal for visual purposes when needed.

Why do I need it?

Without enough vitamin A problems like night blindness, infections, and skin development issues in children may develop. If severe it can cause xerophthalmia, This condition can lead to blindness.

Can I take too much?

Absolutely. Continued ingestion of large amount of Vitamin A may cause hair loss, liver problems like fibrosis or cirrhosis. Skin issues such as dry itchy skin and cracked lips. Bone and joint pain, a higher risk of fractures and skull softening in children vision disturbances. Birth defects could be the result if high doses are taken during pregnancy. Visual changes like blurred vision may occur. Additionally, loss off appetite, fatigue, dizziness and enlarged spleen may happen if excess consumption continues.

Beta-carotene does not cause the same type of problems. It is plant based; however, if taken in high doses is may cause jaundice and lung cancer in smokers.

How much should I take?

According to the National Institutes of Health, men need 900 mcg and women need 700 mcg daily.

Vitamin A is fat soluble so it should be taken with a meal containing some fat for the best absorption. If anemia is a problem for you taking Vitamin A with iron may make them more powerful. More studies are needed but it does not hurt to take them together. It should not be taken with Vitamin D because they bind to the same type of receptors. Vitamin A can block the action of Vitamin D.

There are so many to choose from. Which one should I take?

As always. consult your health care provider before starting this or any other vitamin/supplement. Furthermore make sure the vitamins/supplements you are taking are of good quality. Vitamins/supplements are not regulated by the FDA. What you find in the grocery/drug store may just be a waste of your money. The best way to make sure of this is to purchase pharmaceutical grade vitamins/supplements from your health care provider. My favorite company is Xymogen. Their products are made here in the USA and are certified to have in them what they say they do. I will place a link at the bottom of this page for your convivence.

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Vitamin D2 verses D3

October 13th, 2025

What is the difference between vitamin D3 and D2? Does it matter which one I take?
D2, ergocalciferol, comes from fungi or yeast and is used in foods and supplements. It is converted to calcitriol in the liver and kidneys.
D3, cholecalciferol, is produced in the skin in response to sun exposure. It is also found in fish, eggs, fortified dairy products, liver oil and is also converted in the liver and kidneys. It is best at raising and keeping vitamin D levels higher in the blood. It has also been suggested that D3 is absorbed better, has a higher potency and last longer in the body than D2.
Both are converted into calcitriol, the active hormone; however, D3 is more available.
Another interesting finding is that D3 is an immune protector and that taking D2 may actually lower the level of D3 in the system. This may make you more prone to common illnesses like the flu or the common cold
So yes, it does matter. D3 is recommended over D2 due to its better efficacy and it auto production in the body.

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BRAIN BOOSTERS

September 30th, 2025

These supplements are all over the news recently. What are they? Do they really work? Does giving your brain superfoods, lifestyle changes, or vitamins/supplements make a difference? In this article I will try to sort this out for you.

First lets talk about aging and the brain. As we age our brain changes in many ways. Atrophy begins in our 30’s, by age 60 this shrinkage occurs at an increasing rate. This is especially true in the prefrontal cortex which controls memory and reason. The brain may also be affected by health conditions like; diabetes, heart disease, poor vision/hearing, sleep disorders and depression. White matter (nerve transmitters) also shrink which can result in slower processing of signals. Additionally as the brain ages It will produce a substance called amyloid beta. This is the substance associated with Alzheimer’s disease. All of these changes can affect not only our memory but also our behavior. Is there anything that can help?

What are they?

These supplements, also known as Nootropics may consist of many different things including vitamins, herbs, amino acids or “drugs” that are taken to improve cognitive function. Research is limited and results are mixed. According to the Mayo clinic, “dietary supplements do not reduce dementia”. They recommend diet, exercise and intellectual stimulation, with exercise being number one.

Some of the ingredients you may find are:

Omega-3 fatty acids: There is some evidence that shows these benefit age related cognition when used long term.
Caffeine: Often found with L theanine for increased attention. May also reduce jitteriness when taken together.
B vitamins: B6, B9, and B12; for support of energy metabolism.
Creatine. May be helpful for short term memory.
Acetly-L-carnitine: In older adults this may be helpful with cognition.
Prescription stimulants. Useful for wakefulness or attention.
Ginkgo Biloba: May help with memory by increasing blood flow to the brain but research shows mixed results.
L-theanine: Found in green tea. May help with relaxation.
Citicoline: Boosts the release of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin (the feel good chemicals) in your brain.
Multivitamins

Do they work?

The jury is still out. Individually the above mentioned substances may have their own specific mechanism of action that may make you think it should help but that’s not always the case

For example B vitamins do show some promise in preliminary studies with older adults.

Omega 3s have had rigorous trials and show no benefit for preventing dementia but, eating a higher intake of fish may decrease risk of cognition loss.

Ginkgo Biloba is another that has not been shown to have consistent results. According to a large clinical trial (Ginkgo Evaluation of Memory) where participants were given 120 mg of Ginkgo or placebo twice daily for just shy of six years, the rate of developing dementia was not lowered.

However, in a 3.6 year randomized clinical trial of multivitamins published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition on more than 5000 of the over 60 age group, it was shown that participants slowed age-related cognitive decline by an average of two years. It also showed that it was “significant” in the ability to recall information.

The bottom line:

Vitamins and supplements are not regulated by the FDA. Research is lacking on the “Brain Boosters” and the claims are all over the place. Earlier I mentioned the Mayo Clinic. According to Dr. Ronald Petersen the director of the mayo Clinic Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, says that most people do not need supplemental nutrients. He recommends 150 minutes of vigorous walking or other aerobic exercise, stay intellectually active, and the Mediterranean diet. According to him, these three things are proven to help reduce the risk of dementia.

If you do take any vitamins or supplements make sure you are getting what you pay for. The grocery/drug store products may not be providing the right stuff and they may have things in them that can harm you. For a brain booster I recommend Xymogen’s Brain Sustain. This a pharmaceutical grade supplement that is made here in the USA. It has in it what is says it does. I will provide a link at the bottom of the article for your convivence.

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CITICOLINE

July 24th, 2025

What is it?

Citicoline is an important naturally occurring compound involved in brain health and cognitive function. It is also known as cytidine diphosphocholine (CDP-choline). It is essential for the production of neurotransmitters like acetylcholine which is necessary for learning and memory.

What does it do?

Citicoline may be effective for:
Memory loss in those over 50
Glaucoma; may improve visual function
Brain metabolism due to its support in the synthesis of cell membranes
Neuroprotection. It may contribute to protection from damage caused by lack of oxygen during brain injury
Stroke; it used to be thought that is helped with recovery from stroke but clinical trials show no evidence for this.
Mental health; there are some studies that show the citicoline may help with treatment for depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia
May improve cerebral blood flow
Mood stabilization
It is a participant in the making of phosphatidylcholine. This is a component of acetylcholine, necessary for memory and learning

What it doesn’t do

There are no studies that show that citicoline can prevent dementia, stroke or brain injury-related impairment.
Multiple studies are in the works,especially in neurodegenerative diseases and cognitive rehabilitation. Some studies have shown that while Citicoline can improve memory and speed of processing in low performers it also showed that there was a decline in performance of high performers;

How do I know if I need it?

You might want to consider adding citicoline if you are experiencing memory decline such as forgetfulness or looking for the right word when speaking. If you have Glaucoma, citicoline may help to slow the progression of the disease but please speak with your healthcare provider first if you have this issue. Your provider may already have you on medication with this component. You don’t want to overdo it.

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What are the side effects?

As always, consult with your health care provider before starting this or any other supplements. This is especially important if you have underlying health conditions or take medications.

Mild headaches
Nausea
Diarrhea
Stomach cramps
Insomnia
Dizziness
Mood swings

Children, pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this supplement. In addition if you suffer from hypertonia please do not take citicoline.

How much do I take?

Dosage recommendations are dependent on the reason for taking Citicoline. For improved cognition the daily dose range is 250 – 1000 mg in divided doses. Usually 3 x a day. For stroke recovery, up to 2000 mg in divided dose daily. The dose is higher for stroke recovery to support neuron repair. For memory support, 500 – 1000mg daily.. Start low, go slow.

Where do I get it?

If you follow my blog then you know that I recommend pharmaceutical grade vitamins and supplements. If you are new to Supplement Scribbles I recommend these products because you will get what you pay for. If you run out to the drug or other stores that sell vitamins and supplements you don’t know what you are getting. Vitamins and supplements are not regulated by the FDA. They may contain all kinds of things that are not necessary or can even harm you. They may also not contain enough or the right part of the compound you need.

My favorite pharmaceutical grade company is Xymogen. They are made right here in the USA and I have visited the factory and met the founders. They are family owned and their products are certified to have in them what they say they do. You can only purchase them from a health care provider. I will place a link at the bottom of this page for your convenience.

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VITAMIN E

May 31st, 2025

IT CAN BE DANGEROUS!

Recently I’ve seen many articles or advertisements for Vitamin E (E). While vitamin E is great for the skin, eyes, the immune system and it is a natural blood thinner. It may also help with hair growth. I’ve used it myself in capsule form to help scar tissue diminish. It is found in plant oils, nuts, seeds, meats, dairy, leafy greens and wheatgerm (cereals). It has also been shown that it may slow Alzheimer’s disease, and it may improve symptoms of steatotic liver disease.

You only need 3-15 mg of E per day, and any excess is stored in your body, so you don’t have to worry if you miss a day.

Having said all that good stuff, Vitamin E can be dangerous.

• Increased bleeding, especially in those taking blood thinners.

• Hemorrhagic stroke, bleeding in the brain has been linked to high doses of E.
• GI issues, nausea diarrhea, cramps may be caused by too much E.

• It may interact with medications, not just blood thinners but also some cancer medications. It may also interact with antibiotics, some heartburn medications like omeprazole.

• In the long term it may cause toxic symptoms like blurred vision, headaches and a bad immune system response.

• When taken as a supplement vitamin E has also been associated with lung cancer in smokers and former smokers.

• Fatigue and weakness. Too much may lead to generalized tiredness and less physical strength.

• Increased risk of prostate cancer in men.

• Vitamin E acetate has been found in some e cigarettes and vaping devices and me be the reason for lung damage in people who vape.

• Those with heart disease should be extremely careful with E. High doses have a higher risk of death.

Vitamin E should not be taken with vitamin K. E will block K from working like it should.

As always, check with your health care provider before starting any new vitamin or supplement.
Note: there is no evidence to suggest that vitamin E ingested from food causes cancer.

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PROGERINS

April 1st, 2025

What is it?

If you have never heard of this protein, don’t feel bad, neither did I until a few weeks ago. Turns out it is a protein involved in skin aging. It is more well known for its role in Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (a rare disorder that causes rapid aging of children). I became interested in this due to an advertisement I saw for a cream developed by a “world renowned” dermatologist. The cream is supposed to fix the problem and reduce skin wrinkles. I was skeptical.
Progerin is an abnormal protein, a mutant of Lamin A. Lamin A is a biomarker of the aging process, found mostly in skin fibroblasts and reticular layers of terminally differentiated keratinocytes (dead cells on the outermost layer of the skin). Normal aging along with sun damage cause an increase in progerin. The basic process is as progerin increases in the cell the cell becomes unstable, and this results in wrinkled skin. One article referred to it as “impaired repair”. The cells just sit there instead of sloughing off.
My next question was, is it possible to stop the build up of progerin, or maybe even get rid of it from our skin? Could a cream really work? This is what I found.

• Exercise reduces inflammation. It may help to reduce progerin buildup.
• Eat healthy. Fruit and vegetables help with providing antioxidants. That may protect from cell damage. In addition, fermented foods also may help.
• No smoking
• Sleep is important for cell repair
• Supplements like vitamin C, CoQ 10 and green tea all provide antioxidants.
• Skin care. Protection from the sun, vitamin C serum, and moisturizer all may help to boost collagen which in turn will protect the skin from free radicals.
• Vitamin D. specifically Calcitriol, is another supplement that has been shown to reduce progerins in the skin.
• Reduce salt intake. There was no explanation for this that I was able to find.

There are progerin blockers (medications); however, they have limited effectiveness and more long-term data for safety and efficacy are needed.
There are also ongoing studies for the development of progerin blockers that hope to improve treatment.

So, is there a cream that can fix this problem? There are many that claim that they can. Maybe they can help, but without incorporating the things mentioned above I doubt that they can be of much value. The reason I say this is because most creams cannot penetrate the skin deep enough to really make changes. They make the skin look good and feel good, but it really hasn’t changed inside.

If you decide to add supplements to help your skin, make sure you get what you pay for. As always, I recommend pharmaceutical grade vitamins and supplements. These are only available from a health care provider. I will place a link at the bottom of this page for your convenience.

Vitamin C, D, CoQ 10, and green tea supplements are all available from Xymogen, a company I trust. These products are made here in the USA and are certified to have in them what they say they do. Please check with your provider before starting any vitamins or supplements.

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PROBIOTICS PART 2

March 3rd, 2025

What is it?

I’ve written in the past about probiotics but the other day I received a question about how to figure out which one I need and how is the best way and time to take them. After thinking about this for a while I decided to deviate from my usual blog to bring you information about specific products and their uses. I’m going to do a deeper dive into the question asked.
Before you can decide what probiotic, you want you need to know why you want it. Do you have digestive issues such as bloating or ulcerative colitis? Do you have IBS? Do you need immune support to prevent infections or to help your immune system eliminate bacteria that are harmful? Maybe you want to treat yeast problems or urinary tract issues. How about allergies, weight loss, anxiety or depression? Do you have chronic inflammation? These are all great reasons to take probiotics but, which one?
Not only do you have to know what you are trying to treat or prevent you need to know how you want to get probiotics into your system. Do you want to get them from food sources, powders, capsules or maybe a combination of all the above.

Once those questions are answered, then it is time to choose your product.

Let’s start with products for GI problems.

• For digestion, diarrhea and heartburn, choose a product with Lactobacillus
• Use Lactobacillus cases/piracies for Inflammatory bowel disease.
• If IBS-C is the issue, choose Bifidobacterium or Bifidobacterium Lactis B12
• For IBS Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM should be the choice. Lactobacillus acidophilus helps to balance harmful bacteria
• Lactobacillus paracasei may help to prevent colds and flu. It can increase the number of natural killer cells.
• Lactobacillus rhamnosus (LGG). In children this may help to decrease the risk of middle ear and respiratory infections
• Bifidobacterium strains. These strains may help to support the immune system by preventing excessive immune responses.

Weight Loss

• To help with regulating appetite you might choose Lactobacillus rhamnousus or Bacteroides uniformis CECT7771, Studies in animals have shown that this pro-biotic may reduce weight gain, modulate neurotransmitter levels and influence appetite regulation.
• For improving gut health and reducing fat storage try Lactobacillus gasseri, Lactobacillus plantarum and Bifidobacterium
• Increasing energy consumption by trying Bifidobacterium and lactobacillus strains. They work by supporting gut health which in turn allows the production of B vitamins. B vitamins are necessary for energy production.
• Alter hormone balances with Lactobacillus. Hormonal balance is tied to gut health, endometrial and vaginal microbiome.
• Improve insulin sensitivity with Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and Streptococcus thermophilus. Again, this helps with gut health by lowering the levels of lipopolysaccharide (LPS). LPS is a marker of leaking of bacteria. Pro biotics allow the body to increase response to insulin because they may decrease the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines.

Allergies

Try lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and Saccharomyces for this issue.
• Allergies may be helped by the improvement of the immune system. Probiotics rev up the production of antibodies and regulate immune cell activity.
• Probiotics might boost the different types of microbiotas which can reduce allergic airway disease, think Asthma. There isn’t much information that this is effective, but it might fall into the category of “Can’t hurt, might help”.

Urinary tract and yeast infections

• Lactobacillus: It is thought that probiotics might help with this problem by establishing and maintaining and healthy balance of bacteria in the ascending urinary tract, They may provide a barrier against infectious pathogens.

When is the best time to take probiotics? The answer to this question is all over the board. Some say on an empty stomach, some say with meals, some say meals with fat in them. In general, it is best to take them on an empty stomach because when you eat the stomach releases acid and acid can break down the probiotic. If you want to take them with food, then the type of food matters. Take them with carbs, fat, and proteins. Milk and yogurt (not fat free) are also great to take with probiotics. They may help boost colonization. You need to make this decision based on what works best for you. Consult with your healthcare provider if you are confused or just have questions, but especially if you have underlying health conditions.

Another issue with probiotics is they must contain enough of the strain and be packaged properly so that they will survive passing through the stomach’s acidic environment. Light, high temperatures, and moisture can degrade the products bacteria so that they cannot perform the way that they are supposed to. The manufacturer may package their products properly but you the consumer must also take care to store and use them properly. That means keeping them in a cool dry place and using by the use by date. It is important to purchase probiotics from a reliable source. Yes, they might be more expensive, but you will get what you pay for.

Just to sum up, when choosing a probiotic make sure you look at the ingredients so that you are sure you are getting the right stuff for your issue, take as directed, buy from a reliable source, and watch for use buy dates.

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BERBERINE

February 17th, 2025

What is it?

Berberine comes from the plants barberry, goldenseal, goldthread, Oregon grape, philodendron, and tree turmeric. It’s yellow in color and bitter to taste. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for over 3000 years. The oldest evidence of its use dates to 650 BC. It is an alkaloid and its main use in Asian medicine is antimicrobial activity. Below we will discuss its many uses in modern medicine.

What does it do?

• Digestive issues: As an antimicrobial berberine targets harmful bacteria. This then allows helpful bacteria to grow which improves the gut barrier function. In short, it helps to stop leaky gut
• It may also help with IBS by reducing pain, bloating and irregular bowel movements.
• Skin disorders: Berberine has anti-inflammatory properties and thereby may inhibit anti-atopic like severe itching. It can also be applied to the skin and is used for canker sores
• Diabetes: This supplement may act similarly to Metformin. In a pilot study, Berberine showed a significantly decreased HbA1c. Some people take both Metformin and Berberine to get better results.
• High Cholesterol levels: Berberine may increase the number of LDL receptor cells in the liver and at the same time decrease the enzyme that produces LDL This helps to remove LDL from the bloodstream
• High blood pressure; Berberine was shown to decrease blood pressure in rats by improved vasodilation. In a literature review it was shown that Berberine added to a high blood pressure drug was more effective than the drug itself.
• Respiratory issues: It has antiviral activity. There have been studies done that show “noticeable” influenza A inhibition. Other studies did not show this, but the concentration range of the cells used was different. More research needed.
• Obesity: Berberine may help to cut appetite and improve blood sugar levels. This may help result in weight loss. It does this through adipogenesis (stops fat cells from maturing) which promotes the breakdown of fat cells.

Why do I need it?

As always, do not start this or any other vitamin/supplement before checking with your health care provider.
For all the reasons mentioned above, adding berberine to your diet may help to beef up your metabolism and give a boost to your overall health.
How much do I need and when will I notice the difference?
For most adults up to 1.5 grams daily for 6 months is safe. That would mean taking Berberine 3 x daily. If you are taking it to reduce blood sugar it may take up to 3 months to notice a difference. There isn’t much information about the use of Berberine for the long term, so short breaks are recommended.

What are the side effects and contraindications?

Side effects include diarrhea, constipation, gas and upset stomach. Liver toxicity can also be a problem with Berberine but it’s rare.
Berberine should not be taken with statins, anti-tumor meds and pain relivers like Tylenol, blood thinners and meds that cause drowsiness.

Where do I get it?

You want to make sure you are getting what you pay for, so I always recommend Pharmaceutical Grade Vitamins and Supplements. Xymogen is a company you can trust to have in it what it says it does. Their products may only be purchased through a health care provider. I will place a link at the bottom of the page for your convivence. Look for Berberine ES-5 capsules

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GREEN TEA

February 5th, 2025

What is it?

Green tea comes from the camellia sinensis plant. Varieties include Sencha, a Japanese tea. When steamed some say it tastes grassy. Matcha, another Japanese tea known for its antioxidant properties. Dragon Well, this Chinese tea has a nutty flavor and Gyokuro, another Japanese tea that is grown in the shade. This is said to give it a sweet flavor. To make the tea, the leaves are steamed, pan fried and then dried. This process allows the leaves to keep their light green color.

What does it do?

• Antioxidant: Contains polyphenols which help to fight free radicals, protecting cells from damage.
• Wight Management: There have been studies that show green tea may kick up metabolic rate and fat oxidation thereby helping with weight loss.
• Heart Health: May help lower cholesterol levels.
• Brain Health: Green tea contains L-theanine and caffeine. These substances may help to reduce neurodegenerative diseases as they have a good effect on brain function.
• Cancer prevention: Some research shows that there may be promises for protection of some types of cancer but there is no evidence at this time to prove that. However, it may boost the immune system and get rid of toxins in the body.
• Blood Sugar: Green tea may improve insulin sensitivity which in turn may lower blood sugar levels.

Why do I need it?

No one needs green tea but if you live a stressful life green tea may be just the ticket to help you de-stress. It is said that it promotes “wellness from the inside out”. You can purchase it caffeinated or decaf, It also comes in supplement capsules. If you choose caffeine an 8 ounce cup will contain 20-45 mg of caffeine. If you don’t like drinking tea, you can still derive its benefits because it also comes in capsules.

Where do I get it

It is important to know that there is only a certain part of the tea leaf that makes the green tea do as promise. Unfortunately, most drug/grocery store brands might not have that particular part in them. As always, I recommend pharmaceutical grade vitamins and supplements so that you get what you pay for. My favorite brand is Xymogen. Their products are made here in the USA and are certified to have in them what they say they do. You can only purchase them from a health care provider. I will place a link at the bottom of this page for your convenience. Look for Green Tea 600.

How much do I need?

There are various studies about how much tea you need to drink for better health. One study revealed that 7 cups daily decreased the risk of death by 62% for people with heart disease. In another study, 4 or more cups per day lowers the risk of dying from Type 2 Diabetes. In general, 3 to 5 cups daily depending on the benefit you are looking for. It may take a few weeks or a few months to see improvement, again it depends on what benefit you are looking for.

If you have any questions or comments, please contact me at SupplementsScribblesmz@outlook.com

For Xymogen
http://www.wholescripts.com/register/healthrenew2-thomas

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