the truth about supplements?

Hello, there!

Your day probably starts with a symphony of alarms, chai bubbling on the stove, and preparing for that meeting. You know what else is on the back burner? Your health.

The clue is in the name—supplements. They’re meant to fill the gaps, not serve as a complete solution. So, let’s talk about the issues that arise when we lose sight of this:

1. Overdoing it isn’t overachieving

More isn’t always better. You wouldn’t pile extra salt into your dal, right? Similarly, overdosing on supplements can backfire:

• Vitamin A: Too much can hurt your liver and even complicate pregnancies—a serious concern for many women planning a family.
• Iron: Excess can lead to heart and liver troubles, especially if you’re self-diagnosing without a proper blood test.

2. Clash of the Titans

Supplements can behave like relatives at a shaadi—lovely on their own but disastrous together.

3. Wasting your effort

Water-soluble vitamins (like B or C) in excess? They’re flushed out immediately. That’s literally your money and health down the drain.

4. Labels aren’t everything

The supplement market isn’t tightly regulated. This means:

• Hidden Ingredients: Some capsules sneak in harmful substances
• Wrong Dosages: What’s promised on the label isn’t always what’s inside.

That’s scary, right?

Your schedule is already a masterpiece of time management. Let’s see where your supplements take their place.

Always remember, supplements are the sidekick to your superhero.

• Prioritise local produce: Seasonal fruits and vegetables (think palak, drumsticks, and guava) are loaded with everything you need.
• Choose verified brands: Look for FSSAI-approved options and avoid shady imports.
• Consult first: Your doctor definitely knows better. Trust them to guide you.

Doesn’t it feel like you’ve just dodged a massive scandal by reading this?

That’s the magic of women supporting women—whether it’s health, nutrition, hobbies, or just life. I can’t even count the times the Nourish With Sim community has lifted me up. Every time I open the chat, I’m instantly grateful for the amazing women there. Honestly, life savers.

Trust me, the community is the supplement you didn’t know you needed.

It’ll give you what you’ve always wanted—step challenges, hobby groups, expert webinars…

And the recommended time? Immediately!

Celebrating health,
Simrun Chopra