Santé proudly co-sponsors Team Continu, the elite skating team led by Olympic champion Marianne Timmer. As a former world-class speed skater, Marianne shares proven daily tips with Santé to help you stay fit and healthy. Today's focus: mastering the correct use of nutritional supplements.
Marianne: 'Drawing from my years of high-performance training, here's what I recommend when using dietary supplements:
• Stick to balanced amounts. Base your intake on the recommended daily doses from food sources.
• Avoid buying from the internet or mail-order companies.
• Steer clear of products with vague labels or overhyped claims, like slimming pills promising 10 kilos off in 4 weeks.
• Don't be swayed by 'natural' or 'organic' labels alone.
• Always tell your doctor and pharmacist about any supplements you're taking—vitamins and minerals can interact with medications.'
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