The Truth about Supplements

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candiceIn today’s fast-paced life, it is highly unlikely the vast majority of us adhere to a diverse, well-balanced diet to meet nutritional needs.  If you are able to meet your daily caloric needs by consuming a nutrient-rich, highly diversified diet, you may not need supplements. Supplements should be used when significant deficiencies exist in your diet.  This does not mean supplementation is required daily as they are meant to support, not replace good eating.  You may only need to use supplements on those days you are unable to meet your minimum intake requirements.  In order to determine when and what supplements are necessary, here are few tips and guidelines.

  1. Consult with your physician before starting a supplement regimen.   Check with your physician before introducing supplements into your routine.
  2. Determine what physiological system you are targeting.  Before taking any supplement, you should know exactly what system is impacted by the supplement and whether or not that system requires supplementation.  If you cannot make this determination, do not supplement.
  3. Be selective in your supplement choices.  All supplements are not created equal.  Choose supplements with natural ingredients and with a few as possible (e.g. dl-alpha tocopheryl is a synthetic Vitamin E with fewer benefits than natural Vitamin E).
  4. Choose reputable manufacturers.  Choose companies that provide certifications, of analysis and studies to support product claims.

Many consumers believe products are safe because they are on the market.  However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not test the effectiveness, safety or purity of nutritional supplements and US guidelines are far less strict than other countries like Canada and Europe.  As consumers, it is important to know what you are feeding your body.

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Exercise of the Month

Bent Over Fly

Primary Muscle Targeted: Back

Secondary Muscles: Abdominals, Rear Delts, Shoulders

  1. Standing with your feet hip-width apart, bend at the waist holding dumbbells (or plates) with your arms straight, palms facing in.
  2. Maintaining a flat back, raise the dumbbells outward to shoulder height.
  • Bend your elbows slightly as you lift if necessary.



SOURCEAero Crew News, October 2016
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Candice has over 10 years experience in the health & wellness industry as a professional figure competitor, ACE Certified Health Coach and fitness model. She is the health & fitness expert and writer of the Fitness Corner column for Aero Crew News. Candice holds a MBA in Global Management from Thunderbird School of Global Management's Executive Program, as well as, a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Loyola Marymount University. In addition, she studied abroad with the University of Virginia’s “Semester At Sea” program. It was on this ten-country voyage her passion for international cultures and travel sparked - now having traveled to 28 countries. Currently, Candice is the founder of Candice McField Fitness, the leader in elite, mobile personal training, putting a personal trainer and nutrition coach right in your hands for a fraction of the cost. Catering to those who live life on the road, CMF has perfected the art of keeping clients fit while life keeps them on the go. A few of her career highlights include winning the WNBF Ms. Figure Universe title after capturing first place in the Barbados show, being featured in Oxygen magazine, Natural Bodybuilding & Fitness magazine and being a health & fitness expert for FOX 4 News Kansas City. Candice loves life, healthy physiques, traveling and simply wants to help the world Arise!®. Please feel free to reach out to Candice at [email protected] and maybe your email will make it in the next issue under the “Fitness Corner” section

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