Top 5 supplements for autumn

Autumn is in full swing: rain, wind and sunshine alternate. All part of the season. Outdoor training can be a little more challenging, but also extra rewarding. Nature is full of colour, and the temperatures are often ideal for being active. To keep moving and feeling your best this autumn, it’s important to take good care of your body. We’ve listed our five favourite supplements for the season.

1.   Vitamin D

Sunlight on your skin is the main source of vitamin D. During autumn and winter, it becomes harder for your body to produce this vitamin naturally: the days are shorter and there’s less sunlight. That’s why a vitamin D supplement can be a valuable addition from September through April.

If you’re a woman over 50, a man over 70, or if you have darker skin, the Health Council of the Netherlands recommends taking vitamin D all year round. Vitamin D supports your immune system, the normal function of your muscles, and helps maintain strong bones.

Which vitamin D dosage suits you?

There are two types of vitamin D supplements in our range: D3-600 IU Gold and D3-3000 IU Gold. The difference lies in the amount of vitamin D per capsule. For most people, the 600 IU (15 µg) option is a suitable choice during autumn and winter. If you have a higher individual requirement, you can opt for the 3000 IU (75 µg) version.

IU stands for International Units, an international unit of measurement used to express the amount of a substance. For vitamin D, 1 µg (microgram) equals 40 IU.

2.   Multivitamin

During the colder months, your body often faces extra challenges. We spend more time indoors, closer together, and the air tends to be drier. Temperature changes between indoors and outdoors also ask a bit more from your body. A multivitamin can be a helpful addition to a healthy, varied diet during this time.

Multi Oxidant Control Gold (without B6) contains a carefully balanced mix of vitamins and minerals, including the antioxidants vitamin C, zinc and selenium, which contribute to the normal function of your immune system.

Tip: Want to give your immune system a little extra attention this season? Try Immune Vitamin C & Zinc Gold.

3.   Omega-3

Many people don’t eat fish every week, even though oily fish is the main source of omega-3 fatty acids. The Health Council of the Netherlands recommends adults consume around 200 mg of these “fish fats” daily. For those who eat little or no fish, supplements offer another way to include omega-3 in the diet.

Choose Fish Oil Omega-3 Gold, a high-dose supplement carrying the Friend of the Sea (FOS) label, which stands for sustainable fishing and the protection of marine ecosystems.

Curious about why omega-3 fatty acids are important? Find out more here.

4.   Protein

Autumn is the time when many people get back into their training routines. Competitions are in full swing, new goals are being set, and the focus is on staying fit. That’s why it’s important to give your body enough building blocks for recovery.

Protein supports muscle recovery after exercise and helps maintain muscle mass. A protein supplement can make this easy to achieve. Try Whey Classic Gold or Clear Whey Gold after your workout, and Casein Gold before bed.

5.   Magnesium

Shorter days, colder weather and busy (training) schedules can take a bit more out of your body in autumn. Magnesium helps reduce tiredness and fatigue and supports your energy levels. It also contributes to the normal functioning of muscles and the nervous system.

A balanced diet provides the foundation for your daily magnesium intake. To complement this, you can choose a supplement such as Magnesium Gold, which provides 375 mg of magnesium bisglycinate per serving, a highly absorbable form of magnesium.

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