The Importance of Adequate Supplementation

by Sarah Wittekind
Edited by Debby Padilla-Hudson

Adequate supplementation is crucial when attemptimg to strengthen the immune system and cure Candida. Although ideally, we'd like to get all of our nutrients from whole-food sources, the fact of the matter is that it's not always possible. Inadequate nutrient content in food, Candida, and toxins all contribute to the malabsorption of the vitamins and minerals that we need to get and stay healthy.

While nobody wants to swallow an entire medicine chest each day, it's important to build a supplementation regimen that contains nutrients that are crucial to good health. When first developing your supplement regimen, however, I do suggest that you stay away from other "fad" supplements. In many cases, the MOVES diet and the basic supplement regimen will be much more effective at addressing other health concerns for which you may be supplementing already. Some of the "fad" supplements for heart health, joint health, or energy, for example, might be either ineffective or counterproductive and thus a waste of money.

What to Avoid

When choosing a supplement brand, it's important to inspect the label carefully. Look at the actual ingredients as well as the "free of" statements. I've seen supplements that claim to be "free of soy" and then they list soybean oil as one of the inactive ingredients. Whenever possible, your supplements should be free of soy, gluten and all grains, dairy, sugar, and additives to which you may be sensitve.

Look for natural supplements as opposed to synthetic choices and be aware that price doesn't necessarily indicate quality. Don't be tricked by minerals that are labeled "Non-GMO". These often cost more, and it's an advertising ploy to get you to pay more for something that, by definition (because it's a mineral) CAN'T be a GMO.

Basic Recommendations

The following are suggestions for a base on which to build your daily supplement regimen. As your health status changes, you may wish to re-evaluate and modify your routine, but we suggest a bare minimum regimen that supports you as you heal.

Supplement Daily Dosage Comments
Vitamin A 20,000 IU in divided doses Shark liver oil is a good natural Vitamin A source.
B Complex 50 units 2x daily Nutritional yeast or liver can also provide the necessary B vitamins. Extra niacin (NOT niacinimide) can be taken to help flush toxins.
Vitamin C 4,000mg in divided doses If ascorbic acid causes problems, try calcium ascorbate. Don't use calcium ascorbate for megadosing during times of illness however.
Vitamin D 2,000 IU in divided doses Make sure your supplement is an oil-based, natural D-3.
Vitamin E 400 IU Look for dry base, natural (d-) Vitamin E.
Calcium Citrate 600mg in divided doses
Magnesium Citrate 600mg in divided doses Large doses of magnesium citrate can have a laxative effect.
Omega-3 Fish Oil 2,000 - 3,000mg in divided doses
Chlorophyl 2-3T or 2-3 capsules in divided doses

Supplement Sources

The following sources are recommended for quality, amount and price:

Supplement Manufacturer Cost Source Quantity Per Serving
Oil of Oregano Nature's Answer $14.09 Vitacost 1 fl oz
100% Certified Organic Clove Oil NOW $3.07 Vitaglo 1 fl oz
Calcium Citrate Source Naturals $9.17 Vitaglo 180 333mg
Magnesium Citrate NOW $7.06 Vitaglo 250 200mg
Omega-3 Fish Oil Natrol $8.49 Vitacost 300 1000mg
Chlorofresh Liquid Chlorophyll (Mint Flavor) Nature's Way $5.39
$5.60 		Vitacost
Vitaglo 		16 fl oz
Coconut Oil, Unrefined
$28.00 Mountain Rose Herbs 1 gallon
Shark Liver Oil (Vit A) NOW $3.59 Vitaglo 120 10,000 IU
D-1000 (Vitamin D) NOW $3.25 Vitaglo 180 1000 IU
E-400 (dry) Twinlab $12.00 Vitacost 100 400 IU
B-50 Complex NOW $7.69 Vitaglo 200 50mg
Niacin Source Naturals $2.49
$2.54 		Vitaglo
Vitacost 		100 100mg
Ascorbic Acid Powder NOW $4.18 Vitaglo 8 oz 1.69g
Potassium Citrate NutriCology $4.73 Vitacost 120 99mg