This raises the question “What does it mean when we say a particular brand works?” If the definition of “works” means “achieves a desired result”, then many “sugar pills” work even if the real reason has more to do with psychology than a pill’s chemical makeup. Kind of like when you were a kid and you got a pair of shoes with cool stripes on them - the stripes made you run faster, even though there was no logical explanation for it. So, if a sugar pill gets you off of your couch and gets you into the gym, or onto a bike, or into a pair of running shoes - and you weren’t doing it before you started taking the pill - then ask yourself: “Am I achieving the desired result?” Because that is the important question anyway.

There are other factors to consider as well, such as any risks associated with the vitamin or supplement you are considering taking. Some have been known to have serious health risks - remember when ephedrine was removed from diet pills? It may have been effective at achieving a desired result, but the result for some was death, which probably wasn’t desired… the risk did not outweigh the reward. Consult a doctor as a part of your research into supplements.

When you get out of bed, don’t just roll out of bed: do a crunch (sit up). When you get into bed, breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth and meditate… see if it helps you get to sleep quicker.

Find some friends who are interested in eating healthier, and do lunch with them. Think of ways to improve your quality of life. Join the forum here at this website, and let’s talk about health and fitness! Let’s talk about a healthier America.

Welcome to the site, and welcome to a better life.