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FISH OIL WHAT IT IS: good quality omega 3 essential fatty acids DEFICIENCY SIGNS: imbalanced hormones, heart problems, mood swings, depression, foggy brain, fatigue, sore joints (arthritis) and menstrual pain. WHICH ONE? we recommend Nordic Naturals. NEED TO KNOW: Store your fish oil in the fridge, it is very sensitive and can easily go rancid in room temperature. busy lady? WHAT IT IS: approx. 25 billion good bacteria FOOD SOURCES: deep-sea cold water fish such as salmon, tuna, mackerel, sardines and herring. DEFICIENCY SIGNS: bloating, gas, cramps, diahorrea, constipation, urinary tract infections, poor immune system and sleep disorders. MULTIVITAMIN OR SUPERFOOD POWDER WHICH ONE? most brands on the market such as Ethical Nutrients work well. WHAT IT IS: these supplements or powders can contain up to 50 nutrients, vitamins and minerals. WHAT’S SUPP PROBIOTICS DEFICIENCY SIGNS: poor overall health, fatigue, tiredness, not feeling 100%, poor skin and low energy. WHICH ONE? we recommend Activated Nutrients, Carla Oats and Nutra Organics. NEED TO KNOW: taking a multi ‘when you remember’ will not actually give you results to feel better. Multivitamins/powders need to be taken every day until the course is finished. FOOD SOURCES: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, meats, seafood and berries. NEED TO KNOW: taking probiotics on an empty stomach can make you feel very ill. Always take your recommended dose after you’ve finished a meal. FOOD SOURCES: fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir, kombucha and miso. ZINC WHAT IT IS: zinc comes in supplements, lozenges,  nasal sprays and gels DEFICIENCY SIGNS: dermatitis, alopecia, impaired immune system, brittle nails, white spots on nails, constant diahorrea and poor ability to produce digestive juices. WHICH ONE? we rely on brands such as Bioceuticals, Swisse and Blackmores. You catch yourself calling the ‘busy’ card more often then not, and you pop a few supplements ‘just in case’…well busy lady, it’s time to work out what’s really good for you. NEED TO KNOW: take it on it’s own as it interacts with other minerals such as iron, copper and calcium. Coffee can also reduce the absorption of zinc – avoid these at the same time of day. FOOD SOURCES: meat, liver, eggs, seafood, nuts, legumes, whole grains and seeds. for the full supplment summary, read it now at movenourishbelieve.com