Dietary Supplements For Traders

Long sitting at the computer, constant stress, bad ecology in the cities, unbalanced nutrition all this is detrimental to the health of forex trader, as well as any intellectual worker.
Today is not going to be a typical post. We're going to talk about supplements that help improve mental and physical vitality under emotional pressure from the market. I will share with you those remedies that I myself use.

What are dietary supplements?
Nutritional supplements are supplements, usually based on natural ingredients. They are not medicines, but act similarly to vitamins. There are universal nutritional supplements, and there are specialized ones for bones, brain, heart, etc. Consider dietary supplements not as something magical, but as a kind of bonus, "+1 to HP", if we put it in computer game terms.

There are opponents of supplements, there are supporters. Personally, I have tried various supplements for many years, and below is a list of what I think are the best. Of course, it all depends on the individual, for example, I have problems with the stomach and cervical spine, so, let's say, joint supplements for the average person needs less than I do. Try to try everything on your body, diseases (if any) and preferences. My experience is just my experience, not the fact that what works for you is what works for me.

Omega Fatty Acids
Omega-3, omega-6, omega-7, and omega-9. These are all varieties of fatty acids found in foods such as fish, nuts, some fruits and vegetables.
Omega's are healthy bones, immune system, breasts, cardiovascular system, intestines and pancreas as well as improve memory and brain function. I recommend unconditionally to all. I myself have been drinking for many years. Omega-7 is generally rare, and here it is in a complex, perfectly balanced, also containing astaxanthin - the most powerful antioxidant in the world.

Cordyceps
I use it when I need a lot of energy. When flights, busy days. This is a parasitic fungus that sucks the life juices out of insects that it encounters: grasshoppers, ants, etc. In China, cordyceps has been used medicinally for 5000 years.
In addition to energy, it stimulates brain activity by improving blood circulation, strengthens the walls of blood vessels, as well as the immune system.
Unfortunately, there are a lot of fakes, be careful. One rule of thumb - cordyceps can't be cheap, as very little of it is extracted.

Ginseng
Ginseng has long been known for its healing powers. Unlike cordyceps, it gives a deeper energy, not so pronounced, the effect is noticeable a little later. In addition to physical energy helps with mental fatigue.
In dietary supplements is usually used artificially grown ginseng, as it is cheaper. Wild ginseng is considered more powerful, I can't recommend any particular supplement, so please try it. If you feel the effect, it means that it is suitable for you. Now I take this one.

Ginkgo Biloba
Ginkgo Biloba is the plant whose leaf extract is closest to those "NZT pills" from the famous movie " Limitless ".
It nourishes the brain, improves memory, attention, mental performance, and slows the aging process of the brain. Result is not instant; miracles is not going to happen.

Garlic.
Garlic kills a lot of pathogens inside the body, a couple of times a year I take a course.
What is interesting, everyone knows about the properties of garlic as an anti-cold and immune boosting agent, but it also helps to reduce cholesterol and improve male potency. Garlic is a dietary supplement in a concentrated form and in large quantities. This will not make your breath stink.

Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid is a constituent of many tissues in our body. Hyaluronic acid is commonly advertised as an anti-wrinkle cosmetic, for younger looking skin, etc. But it is also excellent for joints, muscles and ligaments. Scientists are predicting that in the future, this acid will form the basis of cancer fighting agents.
In this way, it is an excellent remedy for the mobility of the joints and has an aesthetic effect on the skin.

Blueberries
Although modern monitors don't strain our eyes as much, there's still nothing good for vision in the glowing screens of laptops, cell phones and tablets that we all often look at. And it doesn't hurt to take preventive care.
Blueberries are very good for vision. And in combination with the substance Lutein, the effect is enhanced. I try to remember to take a course of blueberry extract with lutein once a year to prevent good vision.

Calm
You also need to drink a soothing magnesium-based mixture. It promotes better sleep and relieves stress, of which there is so much in a trader's job. I drink it at night.

How to use supplements?
The most important rule is not to overdo it. Make sure that you do not overdose on any components/vitamins. For example, if you drink something with vitamin E, you should not take a supplement at the same time, where vitamin E is also present, albeit as an auxiliary component.
Also, watch your own well-being. What works for one person won't necessarily work for another.

Conclusion
Various supplements help, but they are not a panacea. If you have, God forbid, any diseases, be sure to see a doctor. Also, supplements work many times better when you combine them with physical activity. Yes, that's right: you have to get off the couch and go to the gym. Choose what you like: yoga, aerobics, tennis. It's your business, but physical activity has to be, without it there is no way.