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Frequently Asked Greens Supplement Questions
Q1: What are greens supplements, and what are greens supplements used for?
Q2: What are the advantages and disadvantages of greens supplements?
Q3: How and when should greens supplements be taken for optimal results?
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Answers to Frequently Asked Greens Supplement Questions
Q1: What are greens supplements, and what are greens supplements used for?
A1: Greens supplements are pills, capsules, or powders that are made from plants like kelp, alfalfa, spirulina, wheat grass, and other herbs and plant material. Many greens supplements also contain nutritious vegetables concentrates.
Greens supplements are ideal for those who don’t get enough greens and in general a wide variety of vegetables in their daily diet.
Greens supplements are used to:
- Boost immune function
- Increase vitamin, mineral, and enzyme intake
- Detoxify the body
- Improve cell, nerve, and blood function
- Protect muscles, bones, and other tissues from stress and damage
- Boost energy levels
- Improve digestion
Back to topQ2: What are the advantages and disadvantages of greens supplements?
A2: Like all supplements in Canada, greens supplements have their pros and cons. Whether or not greens supplements are right for you depends upon your individual goals and needs.
Advantages of greens supplements include:
- Greens supplements are made from plants designed to increase your vitamin, mineral, and enzyme intake.
- Greens supplements boost immune function.
- There are many ingredients in greens supplements that are difficult to get in the everyday diet.
Disadvantages of greens supplements include:
- Some individuals don’t like the taste of greens supplements
- Greens supplements can cause gastrointestinal issues
Q3: How and when should greens supplements be taken for optimal results?
A: Greens supplements can be taken in powder and capsule form. Greens supplements vary, so its best to follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding dosage and usage. Because greens supplements can interfere with other medications, it's best to let your doctor know that you are taking them.
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