I’ll look into them! 😊

That’s awesome! Happy to hear you found something that works well for you 😊

Third party testing helps ensure product quality. Just because a company doesn’t do third party testing doesn’t mean they’re not trustworthy or a bad company, but it doesn’t guarantee it. Sometimes newer companies can’t afford third party testing at first, which may be why they don’t. But it’s ideal if they can. Hope that helps!

Thank you for the kind words, I appreciate it! So glad it was helpful for you 😊 and I can certainly add it to my list!

Thank you! I appreciate your kind words. 😊 It’s certainly tough to be thorough without rambling too much so it’s been something I’ve been working on! 😂

Biotin is mostly wasted, yes. If you’re deficient (rare, but possible), it could help.

Thank you! I will 😊💜

Hi! 😊 it doesn’t matter! Protein powders don’t automatically lead to weight loss. But they can be helpful in recovery and muscle building after a workout. Also, getting enough protein can help you feel fuller, so reducing overall calorie intake. So, both give plenty of protein to help with that. 😊 Technically, the sport one is slightly lower in calories but the calorie difference isn’t huge enough that it would make that big of a difference overall.

It honestly depends on the cause of the hair loss/lack of hair growth. Sometimes it’s completely unrelated to nutrition, so a supplement won’t work. If it is nutrition-related, then usually the main things to focus on would be getting enough protein, calories (you’d be surprised how many people actually have hair loss from under nourishing), and iron. Also, making sure you’re eating plenty of vegetables and fruit helps to provide antioxidants which can help as well. Hope that helps a bit 😊

@@tasteofnutrition Due to my PCOS, I experience irregular cycles, leading to anemia. I was undergoing iron infusions but have switched to oral iron supplements. Although this has somewhat improved the health of my hair, growth remains a challenge. Thank you for your response. I'll keep trying 💞

Hi there! I can’t give personal health advice on here. But, any general multivitamin would likely cover your bases. I know you mention you don’t have the best diet but I still have to say overall, it’s still best to focus on a nutrient-dense diet (with focus on protein for skin and hair). And thank you for your kind words. Beyond happy to hear to find these videos helpful 😊

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

Thanks for sharing your experience with it! It’ll be helpful for people to read it 😊

Glad you found something you enjoy! Also, happy to hear you enjoyed the video 😊

Hmm, I don’t have one specifically that I would widespread say is the best. I actually don’t think most people need a daily multivitamin. The reason I don’t why is because there isn’t much research supporting their usage and if someone is deficient in a nutrient, it’s better to supplement with that individually. But generally if someone does want to have one, I prefer companies that have strong reputations and quality assurance processes, and they don’t go much over 100% the daily value. Centrum is one that I use sometimes (I actually use their prenatal to get a bit more iron), but similar brands are usually fine too. Sorry, I know that’s not the clearest answer, but it’s not so straightforward!

Thank you! So glad you found it helpful. I don’t have a particular brand that is my absolute favourite, but I do like Liquid IV. I think for most people, 1,000 mg of sodium is a lot and unnecessary. In some cases, it might be helpful for athletes who sweat a lot or other situations with prolonged heat and sweating. In terms of the extra ingredients, I don’t see the need to add them into an electrolyte powder, since they aren’t supposed to just be taken daily anyway. Hope that helps a bit!

Thank you for your kind words and subscribing! I appreciate it. Also, super happy you found this video helpful 😊

Happy to hear you found it helpful! 😊

Any brand that has vitamin D3 is fine 😊 Tbh the Kirkland brand at Costco is a good and affordable one. Sorry for the delay in answering, I somehow missed this!

Depending on the type and its harvesting, it can be a source of some micronutrients (in particular, some minerals like iodine) as well as antioxidants. Honestly, I don’t think most people need to go out of their way to get it and can certainly get nutrients from other foods!

My apologies, I misspoke.

Oh certainly, in these situations digestive enzymes would be very helpful! This video is for the general population where they have no issues producing their own.

You’re very welcome! 😊

Is that another supplement??

You are very welcome! Glad it was helpful for you! 😊

Correct, it doesn’t have iron! Most general multivitamins have no or very little iron. But yes, absolutely liquid form would be much easier to handle for people with swallowing issues. So, happy you find it helpful for you!

Amazing! 😊🙌🏼

No, there isn’t any reason why men can’t use it too 😊

Fair enough! Unfortunately, a lot of pop/soda varieties have caffeine.

There isn’t really a specific dose. Rather, it’s best to make sure you have adequate iron levels (you can get this tested). Ideally, it’s best to get iron through your diet and then only supplement ad needed!

So so happy you found this video helpful! And thank you for your kind words 😊🙏🏼 Sorry to hear that you haven’t been having a good time with it, though! In that case, I’d probably just stop taking it 😫

It’s hard because everyone has different nutrient needs, so it’s hard to generally recommend a supplement. Personally (not a recommendation just an anecdote), I take a prenatal as it has more iron than a regular multivitamin. But if you’re not deficient in any nutrients, then taking a multivitamin isn’t at all necessary. I think the other thing to consider is the root cause of hair growth issues. It can be diet (not enough calories, iron, protein), lifestyle related (stress, environment, products), or genetics. All to say, it depends (I know that’s not a clear answer but that’s the reality). I hope that helps. But if you have genuine concerns, ask your doctor to test your levels to rule out nutrient deficiency.

Not everyone produces sufficient vitamin D even with sun exposure. This can come down to skin colour, genetics, age, etc. A big factor is also where you live, so the further away from the equator, the less strong the sun rays especially during the winter months.

Absolutely! I’ll add it to my list 😊

You’re very welcome!! 😊

I don’t ever recommend putting supplements on your face! Supplements and skincare products have different formulations based on the desired action (e.g., digestion vs absorption into the skin)

For the average person, it probably won’t hurt. I don’t think they’re entirely necessary for most people, but the amount in the protein powder most likely is fine. Just keep an eye on how you feel after taking it!

I’ll look into and add it to my list! 😊

@tasteofnutrition thank you! 😊

Glad this was helpful!! 😊

Okay, I will add it to my list! Definitely don’t love the sounds of it already! 😂

@ Sweet. Looking forward to it.

I briefly talk about it in my Arrae video! But, I would say that the formula is just okay. It does have magnesium bisglycinate and L-theanine, which can help produce a calming effect. Though, I don’t think for the price it’s necessary!

No I haven’t! But I can add it to my list 😊

Thank you!

Probably just too much caffeine! I everyone tolerates caffeine differently at various doses. Glad you found a balance that works well for you 😊

I am a registered dietitian with a Master of Science, which takes over 6 years of university education, clinical training, and research to achieve. I also have my personal training certification, plus being an athlete my entire life. But, if you would like a reference, here are a few: International Society of Sports Nutrition Policy Statement: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5477153/ If muscle gain isn’t a goal and just preventing muscle loss, you could go slightly lower in protein, with a range of about 1.2-1.4g/kg/d, but arguably higher protein is still likely better (here’s a reference if you want it: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10552824/) Other references related to muscle hypertrophy and protein: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8978023/ (This one also discusses how protein needs during with loss may vary depending on athletic training as well) pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5852756/ There’s robust research on the need for protein to preserve and build muscle mass in general. When there is a calorie deficit present (like in people losing weight), protein needs may be even higher to prevent muscle loss. Anyway, I hope this helps reassure you.

@@tasteofnutrition Thanks for the response. I stipulate that you are educated in the field of nutrition and I am interested in what you have to say. . My interest is that you called out 1.4 to 2.2 g/kg while the typical recommendations are 0.8 to 1.6 gm/kg. I did a quick search in the papers you linked to and did not see your recommendation called out, I'll do a more detailed search after I get off work. 🙂 What is your basis for the higher protein intake? I guess my initial comment sounded a bit curt, I am not intending to be rude. I am just interest in the difference between your recommendation and the typical definition.

Not a problem at all! The typical recommendation for protein is to meet bare minimum requirements for basic health and function (I.e., the 0.8 g/kg/d standard recommendation). In the papers I mention, it discussed various aspects to muscle building and therefore gives ranges, because it’s dependent on an individuals needs and situation. For example, in the first reference I give, it clearly stated that “higher protein intakes (2.3-3.1 g/kg/d) may be needed to maximize retention of lean body mass in resistance-trained subjects during hypocaloric periods” mean in that a high protein intake during a calorie deficit is ideal for preserving it. Granted, this is in athletes, so the range is higher than what would be necessary for the average person. Also in the second statement it says “An overall daily protein intake in the range of 1.4-2.0 g/kg/d is sufficient for most exercising individuals, a value that falls in line with the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range” When someone is in a calorie deficit, fat mass isn’t the only thing that is lost. What many studies have found is that when you pair strength training and a higher protein diet, this reduces muscle loss during a calorie deficit as much as possible. In some individuals, it can even promote muscle growth. The issue with general recommendations like the standard 0.8 g/k/d is that it doesn’t consider situations outside of just “meeting your general needs”. But for sure, if someone is not concerned about muscle building or is in a calorie deficit, the lower end is fine, just not ideal. Hope that helps!

I’ll add it to my list!