In this segment, Gina chats with Dr. Paul Hrkal, ND, about the secondary supplements that can help support you in your weight loss journey and level up your health.

If you are in the Winter 2024 Support Group, you can check out the full video here:

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Topics covered:

• Introducing Dr. Paul and Secondary Supplements: What drives people's health?
• How do we help improve our resilience?
• 4 main reasons your weight may be slower to move and Inflammation, Stress & Sleep and hormones
• Supplements to help build resilience and your adrenal system
• Your pattern of cortisol secretion during the day
• Adrenal Fatigue - what does that really mean? And what symptoms are associated with it?
• Menopause and perimenopause: How do the adrenals play a role?
• A dysfunctional adrenal system as the underlying issue in many health concerns
• You need to get healthy to lose weight, not lose weight to get healthy
• The road back to health and how eating often helps
• Vitamin C, B Vitamins & Adaptogens to repair and replete our adrenal system
• How do you know if you are deficient in B12 and other nutrients?
• You have to get investigative about this process! Map your history
• Looking at non-scale victories as a guide through this process
• B Complex: look for the active forms! AOR is a brand, for example, that uses active forms
• Dosing of B vitamins: follow the instructions on the label or check in with your health care provider
• Adaptogens: help your body adapt! Ashwagandha, Ginseng, Rhodiola, Medicinal Mushrooms
• Where do you start with adaptogens?
• Supplements are more gentle and help your systems work better
• L-theanine, an amino acid found in green tea, has a calming effect on the nervous system and works quickly
• The synergistic effect of food, movement and supplements
• Stop looking for a quick fix; understand your OWN story and do the hard work
• Which secondary supplements apply the most to you?
• CoQ10 and supporting your cardiovascular health
• Turmeric as an anti-inflammatory
• MCT oil is a good fat that helps you feel more energized
• Trace minerals and proper hydration; what symptoms may indicate you need more minerals?
• What are the areas that you feel unwilling to change? That's likely where you need to go

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@drpaulhrkl

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