Getting Started on Taking Supplements

Q. I have been interested for a while in taking natural supplements. I don't take any vitamins or anything that nourish my body. I also have digestive problems, I'm overweight and I really want to get back in shape and start feeling healthy full of energy. I know that the best way to be healthy is to take natural supplements but with all kinds of stuff on the market I don't know where to start... Can you help me get started on what to take to start feeling HEALTHY.....? -Claudia

A: The best way to feel healthy is with your diet, but a good supplement will speed up the process. Naturally Savvy's "How to Take Supplements Properly" section explains what to look for when purchasing supplements, and outlines the best approach for introducing them into your diet. Look for a multivitamin/mineral derived from natural sources, preferably in liquid or capsule form (particularly if you suspect your digestion is poor). Take your multi in the morning with breakfast. To boost energy and improve digestion, invest in a juicer and prepare at least one nutrient-dense vegetable and fruit juice daily. In your diet, include enzyme-rich foods like sprouts, pineapple and papaya, and more healthy protein sources like fish, yogurt and kefir.