Healthy weight loss supplements approved by the Hamptons Diet

The Hamptons Diet Supplement Plan

Henry started on the Hamptons Diet after receiving a very bad blood report from his primary-care physician. Henry wasn't used to things not going his way. He was a very successful record producer, a mogul - and he always got what he wanted. He led the good life and as a result was forty pounds overweight. His fasting blood sugar was slightly elevated at 115, his triglyceride level was 270, and his HDL (good) cholesterol was only 37 out of a total of 244. One of Henry's golfing buddies, a patient of mine, always raved about how much weight he'd lost, how easy it was, and how much his blood work had improved, so Henry decided to give me a call. I started him on the Hamptons dietary program, explained the importance of nutritional supplements, and turned him loose. He really didn't want to take supplements because he didn't want to look stupid carrying them around. However, they are a necessary part of any healthful and weight-loss lifestyle.

I simplified Henry's program and requested he take only the supplements that were most crucial for his weight loss.Within a week, Henry reported having a lot more energy. Within two weeks, he'd grown accustomed to taking the supplements and wouldn't even consider missing a dose. He attributed his improved health to their use. His vigor and well-being could also have been the result of his losing twelve pounds in those first two weeks. He could already fit into some of his old clothes, and everyone at the Maidstone, the most exclusive country club in the Hamptons, told him how great he looked and wanted to know what he was doing. He didn't want to talk about the program, though, until he was sure it would work. So, after two months, we drew some blood, and Henry was amazed at the results: a normal fasting blood sugar, thirty pounds lost, a cholesterol level of 199, with an HDL (good) of 55 - an enormous improvement. These results may sound extraordinary, but they really aren't.To me, they're commonplace and what I expect. If a major improvement does not occur, I have to wonder what either I or the patient did wrong.

The Hamptons Diet Nutritional Supplement Protocol

I'll specify which supplements I consider necessary for the Hamptons Diet and then will include others that you may want to add or try because you have probably heard about them. I'll also list others that I would never recommend, so you'll know which ones to avoid. Of course, it's possible to lose weight on the Hamptons Diet without taking nutritional supplements. But my patients have told me that certain supplements really help, and I think they do, too, so I'm simply outlining my recommended program as if you were here in my office. I think everyone who is dieting should take the following supplements. They'll help your weight loss, but they aren't wonder pills.They won't do anything if you don't follow the appropriate dietary regimen.

Essential Fatty Acids

These are the omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that I've discussed throughout this article. If you take nothing else, they are a crucial component of the Hamptons Diet protocol. I recommend supplementing with an omega-3 fish oil that contains eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in an approximately 3:2 ratio, for a total daily dosage of 1,500 mg, 500 mg three times per day, best taken with each meal. Many brands are on the market, so please get as close as possible to the dose I recommend. Also, when choosing a fish oil, make sure you buy a reputable brand from a company that tests its products for contaminants and mercury. These toxins accumulate in fish, so it's important that the ocean's pollutants be removed from your nutritional supplement. If you are a vegetarian and want to use flaxseed oil, that is second best, because flax contains more ALA than it does EPA and DHA.

Multivitamin

The multivitamin I recommend to patients is Life Force Multiple, created by a company named Source Naturals. It contains an extensive list of ingredients and is formulated to be a metabolic activator with components that work on the brain and nerves, the liver, heart and circulatory system, the immune system, and the musculoskeletal system. It is also a good source of antioxidants. Source Naturals' products are excellent.

Chromium

This essential trace mineral was once found in our soil. Unfortunately, the soil has been so depleted, it's no longer available in any significant quantities and therefore must be taken as a supplement. Chromium is involved in the metabolism of insulin, in blood sugar regulation, and in fat metabolism.This mineral is essential for diabetics, as it has been shown to decrease blood sugar and decrease a patient's need for diabetic medication. Small amounts of chromium are also found in brewer's yeast, broccoli, some whole grains, cheese, mushrooms, and meat. As a supplement, it is available in the picolinate, the polynicotinate, and the GTF versions. More scientific evidence supports the use of the picolinate variety.The brand name that I like is a product that has been thoroughly researched, called Diachrome, which needs to be taken only once a day. But, if you don't use Diachrome, the dose of chromium should be 200 micrograms three times per day, taken with meals, for a total daily dose of 600 mg.

Carnitine

This is produced naturally in the body. It not only helps the body release fat for fuel during the weight-loss process but also provides up to two-thirds of the heart's daily energy requirements. It does this by transporting fats into the mitochondria, where they are burned for energy. Red meat is its largest source, with chicken, fish, eggs, and milk containing a much smaller amount.The recommended dose is 500 to 1,000 mg three times per day for a total daily dose of 1,500 to 3,000 mg. It is best taken on an empty stomach.

Coenzyme Q10

This is also naturally produced in the body and is universally found throughout the body. It is known to carry protons and electrons as the body burns energy, so it's essential in metabolism. It's not classified as a vitamin, a mineral, or an amino acid but is considered an antioxidant. It works in many different pathways in the body, especially in cardiac function, but for our purposes of weight loss, it can help facilitate the use of stored fat as fuel.The body's production of coenzyme Q10 peaks at age twenty, so it is essential to supplement this in most people. The best food sources are organ meats (liver and kidneys), other red meats, nuts, and unprocessed vegetable oils. Cereal, bran, and dark green vegetables will provide lesser amounts of this critical nutrient. Consuming it with oil or in an oil form helps it to be better absorbed.Also, you may want to take a B-complex supplement, as this is also a cofactor in the absorption of coenzyme Q10. The recommended dose is 100 mg, three times per day, taken with each meal, for a total daily dose of 300 mg.

Glutamine

This is the body's most abundant amino acid and has been shown to provide energy for the muscles. It's important in regulating many bodily functions. It does this by providing a nitrogen atom for synthesis into other amino acids and thus helps the body build proteins, glutathione, glucosamine, and vitamin B3, among others. I find that it helps people to handle sugar cravings, if they use it immediately when they crave something. Although it is abundant in many foods, you can never absorb the dosage you need unless you take supplements. As it helps to minimize sugar cravings, I recommend 500 mg three times per day (for a total of 1,500 mg) and as needed throughout the day when hungry. It is best taken on an empty stomach.

I recommend that each Hamptons dieter take the previous supplements, no matter which phase of the diet he or she is in. As your sugar cravings disappear, you probably won't need the glutamine. Other nutritional supplements currently on the market also tout weight loss as their major contribution. Since there are too many to elaborate on, I'll mention those that you may try if you'd like to because they are most likely not harmful to you, as well as those that you should avoid because I feel that they have some potential negative side effects.