Are Supplements Right For You?

This week we are taking a look at supplements and diving into the many pros and/or cons around taking them as well as the growing supplement market today.

Supplements have become very popular over that last few years not only through being sold at brick and mortar stores but online as well. This massive growth has introduced a large market all claiming to sell you the best product. Unfortunately regulation has not been able to catch up with this rise so it is more important than ever to ask the right questions and research these brands if you are to avoid possible unforeseen complications down the road.

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In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Why as king the question “Are supplements right for you?” is an important question to ask especially now with the market expanding rapidly with very little validity and regulation.

2). How the marketing of supplement companies can try to convince you of a certain product that you will need to “feel better” when in many cases there are more natural ways to be your best healthy self.

3). Some of Meredith’s reasons as to why you would want to consider taking supplements that fit your needs and some tips on how to go about finding the right ones.

4). Why Meredith feels that endorsing supplement companies that offer sponsorships isn’t the right choice for her and why it’s better for you to do your own research when it comes to finding the right brand.

5). Meredith’s tips on how to go about asking if supplements are right for you and the many resources you can look into before making your decision.

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Keep an eye out for future Senior Fitness with Meredith podcasts, and don’t forget to check out Motivation with Meredith every Monday!

Senior Fitness with Meredith is a podcast covering a wide range of health topics for seniors with enriching episodes dedicated to physical and mental wellness, nutrition, positive spirits, and motivation for leading a healthy and active lifestyle.

Meredith Chen

Meredith Chen is an AFAA-certified personal and group fitness trainer and the host of the popular YouTube channel, Senior Fitness with Meredith. She has been training for over 15 years, has been endorsed by healthcare professionals and physical therapists, and has shadowed top industry experts to continuously create the best and safest content for her viewers and participants.