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Fuss-Free Supplements You Can Take To Improve Your Overall Health & Appearance

Fuss-Free Supplements You Can Take To Improve Your Overall Health & Appearance

Wellness
By Wei Yin on 17 Apr 2020
Digital Editor
An INFP who enjoys watching sappy Korean dramas in her free time. Good food and cute dogs are all she needs.

It's always important to keep your health in check by going for regular checkups, exercising frequently, maintaining a healthy diet and living a holistic lifestyle.

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However, taking supplements is also one of the easiest ways to improve your overall health and appearance. If you have been wanting to take some supplements but are not sure where to start, we have some recommendations for you.

Read on to find out more!

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Before taking any supplements, these are a few things you need to take note of:
- Consult a doctor first (very important especially if you have medical conditions)
- Too much can have adverse effects so only take what you need
- Do your research
- Invest in quality and reputable products only

If all that has been done and you are aware of what you and your body need, check out some of the recommended supplements below.

#1 Swisse Ultiboost Hair Skin Nails

Swisse hair skin nails supplementPhoto from Swisse

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For those looking for something to improve your physical appearance, the Swisse Ultiboost Hair Skin Nails ($48.30), a multi-nutrient formula high in Biotin to supplement your nutrition and work from within for healthy hair, skin and nails is the one to try.

Its key ingredients are Biotin, Zinc which helps to support healthy hair and skin while Vitamin C which plays a role in the formation of collagen which is important for strong connective tissue to help maintain skin integrity and appearance.

#2 Swisse Ultiboost High Strength Cranberry 

Swisse high strength cranberry supplementPhoto from Swisse

Those who have had to deal with Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) would know the pain! Cranberries contain an active ingredient which interferes with the bacteria's adherence to the bladder wall, reducing the likelihood of you getting UTI.

The Swisse Ultiboost High Strength Cranberry ($52.50) is made to high quality standards to provide concentrated cranberry extract in a convenient one-a-day dose to help support urinary tract health.

#3 Blackmores Multivitamins + Minerals

Blackmores Multivitamins and minerals supplementPhoto from Blackmores

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If you know your diet is full of junk food and unhealthy stuff that won't give your body the necessary nutrients, the Blackmores Multivitamins + Minerals ($35) that contains essential vitamins and minerals will help to provide your body and mind with all-round nutritional support and help maintain health every day.

With that said though, one should still cut down on unhealthy food and maintain a healthy diet.

#4 Blackmores Probiotics+ 30 Billion

Blackmores Probiotics supplementPhoto from Blackmores

Probiotics are friendly bacteria that helps to restore digestive balance and maintain digestive and intestinal health. It also supports a healthy immune system, the key to not falling ill easily.

Something cool about the Blackmores Probiotics+ 30 Billion ($42) is that one capsule has probiotics equivalent to 30 cups of yogurt!

#5 Eu Yan Sang Gold Label Bak Foong Pill Capsules

Eu Yan Sang Bak Foong pills supplementPhoto from Eu Yan Sang

Most ladies would dread the time of the month because of cramps, back pains and all the unpleasant things that comes with menses. Well, now you can make that one week every month less uncomfortable with the Eu Yan Sang Gold Label Bak Foong Pill Capsules ($39.90). The Bak Foong extract helps to regulate menstrual ailments, replenish blood and keep menstrual cramps at bay.

Do take note that this should not be consumed when you are sick, pregnant or having your menses.

#6 GNC Triple C™ 500 

GNC Triple C 500 supplementPhoto from GNC

Having sufficient vitamin C is very important as it's an essential micronutrient and potent antioxidant that contributes to your body's immune defence by supporting various cellular functions. The GNC Triple C™ 500 ($51.50) is also essential for the maintenance of healthy bones, teeth, blood vessels, and collagen.

There are many other supplements out in the market to choose from, so remember to do intensive research and refer to the things to take note of that the top of this article.

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