What are the most important supplements to take?

The most important supplements highlighted are vitamin D, omega-3s, prenatal vitamins when relevant, and supplements that fill dietary gaps.

1. Vitamin D: It is important for multiple body systems, and deficiency is common; need varies, so measuring blood levels can help guide supplementation. 1
2. Omega-3s: EPA and DHA are emphasized for brain, cardiovascular, and inflammation-related health. The recommendations in these discussions are generally around 1 gram of EPA daily, though another guest suggests about 2 grams of omega-3s daily. 2 3
3. Prenatal vitamins when relevant: For people in their reproductive years, a prenatal containing folic acid is recommended ahead of pregnancy; omega-3s are also highlighted for fetal brain development. 4
4. Supplements for dietary gaps: A quality multivitamin may help cover micronutrients that are difficult to get consistently from a varied diet, especially during dieting, training, travel, or periods of limited food variety. Take it with a meal. 5
5. Probiotics and combined products: Probiotics are described as supporting the gut microbiome. Athletic Greens is described as providing vitamins, minerals, and probiotics. 6 7

Supplements complement, rather than replace, a diet centered on minimally processed foods. 8