Why does one need to take food supplementation?

The question of why we actually need food supplements is always present in the discussion around a balanced diet. Of course nature provides us with everything we need for the optimal function of the human body. Nature provides us with all the nutrients the body needs to be healthy, in the form of vegetables, fruits, nuts, pulses, grains, herbs, spices, as well as animal foods, if you’re not vegetarian. But why are food supplements still necessary? The reason for this is that the required carbohydrates, proteins, minerals, enzymes and vitamins are only theoretically available to us through our diet. In the best case, our menu consists of varied, unprocessed, fresh, regional and seasonal organically prepared food and on a regular basis. Looking at the actual diet plan over a typical day or week, however, reveals that this does not happen most of the times.

In an ideal world, we would have access to all the nutrients we need through the foods we eat, but our food today is not nearly as nutritious as it was in times past. Our soils are depleted due to the intensive farming of the soils and the use (and abuse) of agro-chemicals in the agriculture industry.

On average, we take far too little of the many nutrients that the organism needs to function properly and for healthy development. This deficient diet can make us more susceptible to disease, or make us feel lifeless and lacking energy.

At the same time, our stressful modern lifestyles and the constant exposure of our bodies to the widespread pollution and toxins, reduce the nutrient levels stored in our organism. It is therefore a good idea to incorporate in your daily diet a good amount of superfoods and natural supplements.

Through targeted nutritional supplementation, the body is supplied with the elements which it does not receive, or does not adequately obtain, with the conventional supply of food and thus helps us maintain health and well-being.

The additional nutrient requirement is individual

When supplementing food, it should be noted that there is no universal formula for all. The need for additional nutrients is individual and depends on a variety of factors. Age, occupation, gender and intensity of sporting physical activities all play an important role. Whether the diet is mainly vegan or vegetarian plays an important role as well, and defines which supplements are useful. In addition, more and more people are suffering from certain food intolerances, so they cannot eat certain foods that might contain important nutrients including fatty acids and minerals. In all these such cases, it is essential to pay attention to the correct supplementation.

Nutritional supplements from natural sources

Even if it is often difficult for us to take the right nutrients all the time, nature has them readily available for us. Therefore, we believe at SamaraNatura that synthetic-based supplements are not very effective and not sensible, even more so because the body does not recognise synthetic ingredients and hence cannot absorb them easily. Dietary supplements based on natural sources are able to provide the organism with all the substances it needs. These include:

• Proteins
• Essential amino acids
• Essential fatty acids such as alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3) and linoleic acid (omega-6)
• Minerals: macro minerals and trace minerals
• Phytonutrients
• Antioxidants
• Enzymes
• Probiotics and prebiotics

These elements are often not included in sufficient amounts in our daily diet. The reasons for this include plant breeding with a focus on aesthetics and yield, rather than their nutritional value. In addition, the complex production processes such as pasteurizing, heating and cooking the food as well as other manufacturing processes, leads to a loss of many of the nutrients found naturally in fresh foods. Thanks to the possibility of natural dietary supplements these nutrients can, nevertheless, be supplied effectively to the body.

Enjoy the power of life

Food supplements not only help to keep the body healthy by protecting the cells or supporting organs, but also help us feel vital and fit. Fatigue, for example, is not only associated with a lack of sleep, but can also be caused by incorrect nutrition, missing trace elements and improper digestion of the nutrients due to the lack of beneficial bacteria in the gut and lack of enzymes, present in raw foods. These missing elements can have an effect on how lively and energetic we feel.

The important task of living microorganisms in the intestine

In Japan in particular, the intestine has always been a centre of human health. A well-functioning intestinal activity and healthy intestinal flora affect physical, mental and emotional health. However, in order to promote intestinal health, it is necessary to provide the right support, in particular, after taking antibiotics. Probiotics and prebiotics play an important role in this process.

Probiotics are living microorganisms, (for example the well-known lactobacillus), which occur naturally in the intestine. They not only ensure good digestion, but also have an influence on immune function, brain function and much more. Probiotics are frequently also supplemented by prebiotics so that these microorganisms can also reproduce in the intestine – these non-digestible carbohydrates such as oligosaccharides or inulin provide food for the good bacteria in the colon.

Beautiful skin thanks to nutritional supplements

The effect that diet has on our bodies is still often underestimated. But the role of the nutrients we ingest, and a clean diet becomes obvious in the texture and structure of the skin. Indeed, beautiful skin is closely linked to the food we ingest. Just like the other organs in our bodies, the skin cells also require sufficient amino acids, sulphur, enzymes, vitamins (especially vitamins C and E) and other elements to be able to develop and protect themselves optimally.

Regular intake for best results

In order for food supplements to achieve an optimal effect, they should be taken regularly. Our supplements are generally available as powder or in capsule form. The exceptions are the probiotic herbal fermentation beverages from Vita Biosa, which are available in three different tastes.

Free of additives

Food supplements should, in our opinion, be as high-quality as possible and free of preservatives and flavourings. We do our best to offer products in organic and raw food quality whenever possible, which are also vegan and gluten-free.