Women’s health and nutrition shift with age. Consuming a variety of whole foods is a great first defense in supporting the body’s needs, but it can be necessary to offer additional support. If we are not meeting our nutrient needs from food, or if our bodies are unable to adequately absorb nutrients from food, we run the risk of experiencing serious deficiencies. According to Toronto based homeopath Bryce Wylde, “Not everyone needs everything in supplement form, but nobody gets enough of everything”. If you feel lost and are unsure of where to start, we’ve gathered a list of the top nutrients and supplements for women’s health. It is always a good idea to work alongside a trusted health practitioner to identify your body’s unique needs.
Supplements for Women’s Health
- Vitamin D Teen girls, women aged 19-50, pregnant and breastfeeding women, women with obesity, and those aged 60 and over are more likely to be deficient in Vitamin D. This vital nutrient helps reduce inflammation, supports the immune system, improves fasting blood glucose and helps the body absorb calcium. Find it in CanPrev Healthy Hormones and CanPrev Women’s Multi
- Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12 Vitamin B6 supports the immune and nervous systems of the body. A deficiency may be expressed as depression, skin conditions such as dermatitis, weakened immunity and forgetfulness. Vitamin B12 contributes to brain function and red blood cell formation. A B12 deficiency may be observed as low energy, memory loss, or nerve impairment. Both of these vitamins are not as well absorbed from food as we continue to age. Find it in CanPrev Healthy Hormones and CanPrev Women’s Multi
- Chastetree Extract A fruit that grows on flowering shrubs, this herbal remedy is known to relieve PMS, menopause symptoms including hot flashes and night sweats, breast pain associated with the menstrual cycle, infertility, and may help stimulate progesterone. Find it in CanPrev Prime Fertility
- Inositol Sometimes referred to as Vitamin B8, inositol is a sugar made in the body with several important functions. It may improve the symptoms of PCOS, reduce blood pressure, regulate blood sugar, and promote ovulation. Find it in CanPrev Prime Fertility and CanPrev Women’s PCOS Pro
- Ashwagandha and L-Theanine An herbal adaptogen and an amino acid, respectively, these supplements are known for their adrenal supporting, anti-stress, antioxidant, mood boosting, relaxation inducing, immune supporting, and sexual enhancing effects. Find it in CanPrev Adrenal Chill
- Magnesium This crucial mineral is known for its positive associations with bone mineral density, relaxation, sleep, blood pressure regularity, heart rhythm, blood sugar regulation, PMS relief, mood enhancement, cognitive health and memory support, exercise performance, energy production, nervous system regulation, and much more. There are various forms of magnesium and each one offers unique benefits. One of the most common and gentlest forms is Magnesium Glycinate, known to support relaxation, improved sleep, healthy muscle function, help for menopausal bone loss, PMS relief, improved energy, and blood sugar balance. Find Magnesium in CanPrev Women’s Multi and CanPrev Magnesium Bisglycinate 200
- Iron Our bodies require iron to make hemoglobin, the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to muscles and tissues. The most common sign of a deficiency is lethargy and fatigue since the body is not getting the oxygen it needs. An iron panel from your health practitioner can measure your levels and determine if supplementation is required. Find it in Flora Iron+, Bio Lonreco Multi-Vit + Iron, or AOR Ortho Iron
The content in this post is for information purposes only and is not intended for self-diagnosis or self-treatment of conditions that your health care practitioner should assess. The products discussed may not be suitable for you. Always read and follow the label.
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References:
Aberdour, S. 2018. “Supplement Backup for Women”. <https://www.https://www.alive.com/family/supplement-backup-for-women/>
Kelly, G. 2024. “The Most Important Supplements for Women over 40″. <https://www.alive.com/health/heart-health-in-a-heartbeat/>
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