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A general high potency multivitamin and mineral supplement is recommended as a foundation to address potential nutritional deficiencies. Other supplements may be selected for their effects on insulin sensitivity and metabolism.
Magnesium Improves Insulin Resistance
Magnesium is a cofactor for many enzymatic reactions involved in the regulation of carbohydrate metabolism and a deficiency of magnesium causes insulin resistance and increases blood sugar levels. Magnesium also offers protection against cardiovascular disease.
Dosage: 500 mg daily
Chromium Reduces Body Fat Levels
Chromium is depleted by consumption of refined carbohydrates and lack of exercise. It is known to improve insulin sensitivity and lower blood glucose and cholesterol levels. Studies have also shown that it reduces body fat levels and increases lean body mass. Taking niacin simultaneously improves the effects of chromium on increasing metabolism.
Dosage: 200mcg chromium picolinate and 30mg niacin, 2-3 times daily.
Taurine Improves Insulin Sensitivity
This amino acid improves insulin sensitivity and reduces blood lipid levels.
Dosage: 600mg, 2-3 times daily.
Selenium for Detoxification
Selenium improves liver detoxification, thyroid function and provides general antioxidant protection to counter the effects of the increased levels of toxins released during fat loss.
Lipoic Acid Increases Metabolism
Improves insulin sensitivity, stimulates thermogenesis and is an important intracellular antioxidant.
Dosage: 100mg, 2-3 times daily
L-Carnitine Increases Energy and Metabolic Rate
This amino acid is involved in transporting fats into the mitochondria so that they may be utilized as an energy source. This process increases the basal metabolic rate and enhances muscle growth.
Dosage: 500-2000mg daily
Conjugated Linoleic acid (CLA) Improves Fat Metabolism
CLA is essential for the transportation of fats into body cells for energy production. It helps to maintain the optimal function of cell membranes so that fuel components  can more easily enter active cells (eg.muscle) rather than being stored in fat cells.
CLA improves insulin sensitivity and studies show consistent results in promoting a reduction of body fat and an increase in lean muscle. It is also an antioxidant and is beneficial to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer.
CoEnzyme Q10 and Weight Loss
CoEnzyme Q10 has been found to be low in 52% of overweight individuals and supplementation may help to accelerate weight loss.
Dosage: 100mg, 3 times daily
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) Reduces Appetite
5-HTP maintains optimal levels of serotonin thereby reducing carbohydrate cravings and promoting a feeling of satiety. 5-HTP can be taken 20 minutes before meals to reduce appetite. 5-HTP is also very effective in the treatment of depression and insomnia which often occur in conjunction with obesity.
Dosage: 50-100 mg, 3 times daily
Dietary Fiber and Weight Loss
Water soluble fiber such as psyllium husk can be taken before meals to help promote a feeling of fullness and reduce the tendency to overeat. Fiber has been shown to reduce the number of calories absorbed by the body, improve blood sugar regulation and reduce elevated blood cholesterol levels.
Fiber also promotes elimination which may assist in removal of the increased amount of toxins released during a fat loss program.

Mizpah Matus is a nutritionist who specializes in the raw food diet.
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