5 Supplements For Watching Your Weight

It's no secret that maintaining a healthy weight is paramount to living a healthy life. Of course, there are many factors involved, including diet and exercise, but are there any supplements that can assist in keeping the pounds off? Here we check out some natural products that have the potential to help you maintain a healthy weight.

Can supplements help with weight loss?

Let's start with the most obvious question: can supplements help with weight loss? As you can imagine, anything related to health is a complicated and multifaceted issue. One thing is sure: the use of supplements alone won't have any impact on fat loss if the user does not make any changes to their diet or lifestyle.

However, there are some supplements that may help to boost metabolism or energy level, thereby increasing motivation to work out—which can contribute to weight loss and management. But how do they work?

How do weight loss supplements work?

Weight loss supplements target areas of the body that influence metabolic rate, appetite, and fat absorption by harnessing a wide range of active ingredients such as fibre, herbs, and minerals. Supplements are typically available in capsule, powder, or liquid forms and slot effortlessly into daily life, with many products consumed first thing in the morning, before bed, or before/after meals.

5 supplements for watching your weight

So, which supplements should be on your radar if you're looking to maintain or lose weight? We've put together a handy list of five supplements that look to address this issue through various means. Of course, if you have any concerns, you should always consult a medical professional before taking any of the supplements mentioned below.

Healthy Weight

First up on our list is Zamnesia's Healthy Weight. These capsules are teeming with a hearty mix of ingredients that are primed to provide your body with a burst of nutrients. These capsules contain green tea, pineapple, Opuntia streptacantha, and Petroselinum folium, all of which can potentially promote weight maintenance. Simply take 3 capsules per day with a glass of water and experience everything that Healthy Weight has to offer.

Omega-3 capsules

Offering a host of possible benefits, omega-3 fatty acids are arguably one of the most studied well-being supplements on the market. Now they're available in handy and convenient softgel capsules. Omega-3 capsules support many different functions in the body, such as heart health, but also have the potential to reduce hunger and appetite, meaning that unnecessary snacking in between meals can potentially be curbed. Thankfully, adding some omega-3 into your life has never been easier. By taking 1–2 softgels per day with water, preferably after a meal, you'll soon be feeling the effects of omega-3 in your daily life.

5-HTP

5-HTP not only plays a vital role in the synthesis and transmission of serotonin, but also boasts a variety of potential benefits, especially regarding weight loss. Derived from natural Griffonia simplicifolia extract, these supplements contain 98% 5-HTP and are enriched with vitamin B6 for a little extra goodness. The research behind 5-HTP's efficacy as a weight loss aid centres around the brain and food cravings. The possible mood-boosting qualities of 5-HTP are said to curb temptation for unhealthy foods and reduce cravings overall. The supplement itself works best on an empty stomach, and 1–2 capsules should be taken before going to sleep.

Ashwagandha

Long used in Indian culture, ashwagandha is still massively popular as a supplement to this very day. Ashwagandha is an extract from a small shrub of the same name (otherwise known as Withania somnifera) that has plenty of applications and an array of possible holistic benefits. Many find that ashwagandha has an appetite-suppressing quality that helps to stave off unnecessary hunger throughout the day. So, if you've been looking for a natural ally to help keep your weight under control, ashwagandha could very well hold the answer. These supplements can be taken once a day before a meal, allowing you to carry on with your day without the need to take more.

Vega Vitamin D3

Last on our list of super supplements is Vega Vitamin D3. These capsules are chock-full of vitamin D3, and although it can be sourced through sunlight or foods such as fish, eggs, and cheese, many overweight people are deficient in this particular vitamin. While a lack of vitamin D3 isn't a primary reason for weight gain or obesity, it's thought that consuming additional vitamin D can help to influence weight loss. A study from 2011 (Mason et al.) showed that overweight individuals with higher vitamin D levels lost 15% or more of their body weight compared to those with lower amounts. So if you've been looking for a way to increase your vitamin D3 intake, take one of these softgel capsules once a day, preferably after a meal, and enjoy a massive hit of D3.

Supplement your weight loss journey

There are many different ways to go about losing weight. Whether you abide by traditional methods of exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, or you want to assist the journey with other options, it's down to you! Simply put, there's no “one size fits all” approach to losing weight, so it's essential to discover what suits you. Undoubtedly, a great place to begin is with our range of supplements at Zamnesia. If we've piqued your interest, head to the store and get your pick of some supplements that will effortlessly slot into your daily routine and allow you to kickstart your weight loss journey.

Adam Parsons

Professional cannabis journalist, copywriter, and author Adam Parsons is a long-time staff member of Zamnesia. Tasked with covering a wide range of topics from CBD to psychedelics and everything in between, Adam creates blog posts, guides, and explores an ever-growing range of products.

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