Are Medications Zapping Your Energy?

Let Food Be Thy Medicine

As a clinical nutritionist, my primary focus is on harnessing the power of food to achieve your golden glow. However, I understand that in certain situations, medications are essential for managing symptoms and preventing further complications. While medications are invaluable tools, it's important to recognize that they are not a long-term solution. Their primary role is to help you navigate a health crisis while you address the underlying root causes.

One often-overlooked consequence of medication use is nutrient depletion. Many common medications can interfere with your body's ability to absorb, utilize, or retain essential vitamins and minerals. This depletion can lead to a cascade of health issues, further complicating your overall well-being and golden glow.

Let's look at some common medications and the nutrients they may deplete:

Common Medications and Their Nutrient Drain

• Antacids and PPIs (Pepcid, Zantac, Prilosec, Tagamet): These medications, often used to treat acid reflux, can deplete essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, zinc, and chromium. They may also interfere with the absorption of vitamins B12, D, and folate.

• Birth Control (pills and IUDs): Hormonal contraceptives can impact nutrient levels, leading to deficiencies in folate, calcium, magnesium, vitamins B12, B3, B6, C, and zinc. Additionally, they may influence the metabolism of essential amino acids like tyrosine.

• Antibiotics (Amoxicillin, penicillin, tetracycline): While antibiotics are lifesavers in fighting infections, they can disrupt the delicate balance of gut bacteria, leading to deficiencies in vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, K, and biotin.

• Antidepressants (Prozac, Sertraline): These medications play a crucial role in managing mental health conditions, but they can also deplete nutrients such as CoQ10, vitamin B12, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, and melatonin.

• Cholesterol Medications (Colestipol, Lovastatin, Provastatin): These drugs help manage cholesterol levels, but they can interfere with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K, as well as minerals like calcium, zinc, and magnesium. The article written by

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  , The Great Medical Scam and The Dangers of Statins explores the specific injuries caused by statin drugs and the forgotten causes of cardiovascular disease.

  The primary approach to treating heart disease is to prescribe cholesterol lowering statin drugs (to the point, over a trillion dollars have now been spent on them). Unfortunately, the benefits of these highly toxic drugs are minuscule (e.g., at best taking them for years extends your life by a few days) and the harms are vast (statins are one of the most common pharmaceuticals that severely injure patients).

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Nourish Your Body From The Inside Out

At Nourishing Lab, we believe in a holistic approach to wellness. While medications may be necessary, supporting your body with nutrient-rich foods and supplements is equally important. Our Gut-Healing Probiotic Yogurt Parfait, for example, is specifically formulated to replenish essential nutrients and support gut health, often compromised by antibiotic use.

Gut-Healing Probiotic Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

• 1/2 cup mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)

• 1/4 cup gluten-free granola

• 1 tablespoon local honey (optional)

• 1/4 cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a tall glass or bowl, layer the Greek yogurt, berries, granola, and honey (if desired).

2. Sprinkle with chopped nuts or seeds for added texture and flavor.

3. Enjoy!

Nutritional benefits:

This recipe is a great source of vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, K, and biotin.

Nourishing Tip

• Use a variety of fruits and vegetables to get a wider range of nutrients.

• Add other healthy fats to this recipe, such as avocados.

The world of nutrition offers countless recipes to address various nutritional needs. However, navigating the complexities of medication-induced nutrient deficiencies can be overwhelming. That's where I come in!

By working together, we can create personalized and delicious recipes and meal plans tailored to your specific nutritional requirements. Let's harness the power of food to get your golden glow, one recipe at a time.

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