Orthomolecular diet
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Be aware: this is only the goal of this diet, not necessarily its outcome. Results vary from person to person. Consult your doctor or dietician before starting this (or any other) diet.
The orthomolecular diet (or therapy) falls in the category of naturopathy or alternative medicine and was invented by Linus Pauling. The idea is that you reach optimal concentrations of various nutrients in your body by taking many different types of supplements. These concentrations would, according to the inventors, help you achieve a healthier lifestyle.
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When following an orthomolecular diet, you take many different types of supplements. These include supplements with vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, amino acids, herbs and flavonoids. The quantities of vitamins and minerals taken are often well above the recommended daily allowances. Sometimes, besides supplements, medicines or hormones are used as well.
Warning: taking high doses of various supplements can be dangerous. Consult your doctor or a dietician before doing this/starting this diet.
Below is a list of supplements which, among other things, are taken with an orthomolecular diet:
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Apart from all the supplements you take, you are advised to eat lots of fruits and vegetables with this diet. Whole grain products, lean meat (such as chicken) and fish are also recommended. It is emphasized that you should choose the 'organic' variety. The animals you eat must not have been fed hormones. Furthermore, trans fats should be avoided as much as possible. Saturated fats should be limited to about 15 grams per day. In addition, you should drink enough (pure) water and get enough sleep.
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The inventors claim that you take in all sorts of toxic substances every day. The supplements are supposed to combat these, among other things, by counteracting free radicals.
In addition, the orthomolecular diet is the subject of many claims. For example, that it helps prevent or treat illness. These claims are highly controversial.
Consult your doctor or dietician before starting this (or any) diet. Taking high doses of various vitamins or minerals can be dangerous.
Several books have been written on this diet. We've listed a selection of ad links from Amazon and Apple of such books for you:
Examples of other diets that use supplements are the Inside-Out diet and the Brown Fat Revolution diet.
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The basis for the diet is a good one. Lots of unprocessed products, vegetables, fruit, whole grain, lean meat/fish, organic, but I'm not a fan of supplements.
With the professional help of a dietitian it should be easier to reach your goals. Please contact a dietician in your area or talk to a doctor before starting any diet.
Please take note that most diets do not have a scientific basis.
Consult your doctor or dietician before starting a diet, especially if you have a chronic condition like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, lung disease or kidney disease.
If you think you might have an eating disorder (like anorexia or bulimia), it is important to look for professional help. Contact your (house) doctor or find help elsewhere. Here you can find a list of several websites that can provide (online) help. These sites also provide information for people that know someone with an eating disorder.