Damage Control

The modern world provides a constant supply of toxins and harmful invaders to the natural state of the body. Whether diseases, environmental factors, or simply poor dietary choices, the human body is attacked 24 hours a day.

Damage Control is a lifestyle. Damage Control is the process of eliminating as many of the body harming factors as possible, and treating/curing the rest before serious consequences occur.

Damage Control starts with making the choice to lead a physically active lifestyle. The next step is to plan an appropriate diet, elliminating as many unnecessary carbohydrates and sugars as possible.

But, the most important aspect of Damage Control, the thing that differentiates it from simple healthy living, is balance of nutrients and vitamins suggested for daily consumption.

There are 13 essential vitamins and almost as many essential minerals the body needs to function. But, beyond that there is a wide range of natural supplementation beneficial to control the damage caused by toxins. Potent antioxidants are necessary, as well as an assortment of beneficial amino acids. All these factors play a big part in clearing the body and mind, and even with how to relieve stress.

CoQ10 is a very effective supplement to take for damage control. It benefits the heart and helps the body with energy production.

Resveratrol is also a potent antioxidant that helps with Damage Control. Originally from red wine, resveratrol reduces inflammation in the cells of the body.

Finally, phosphatidyl serine is a good supplement to take. It helps with stress relief and reduces the cortisol levels in the body.

Since I begin this squidoo page, I've found a few more links to check out.

Omega 3 Capsules is a little health blog with some tidbits about Damage Control through the use of fish oils.

How to Relieve Stress is another health/mind blog with easy tips on reducing those heavy loads of cortisol (damage) in your body.