The Super Energy 7 are the key nutrients to help your body perform at its optimal level by making sure the body has enough energy. They are:

1. Alpha Ketogluteric Acid

(AKG) is a vital component of the Krebs and glucose-alanine cycles. During strenuous exercise, there is evidence that availability of this endogenously-synthesized molecule is a rate limiting factor contributing to fatigue. (Cynober). The ornithine salt of alpha-ketoglutaric acid (OKG) may provide additional benefits via non-steroid stimulation of protein synthesis and maintenance of glutamine pools. (Jeevanandam) (Rennie)

Supplementation with AKG appears to increase oxygen delivery, reduce lactic acid buildup, and decrease recovery time. What’s more, mobilization of branched-chain amino acids depends upon adequate levels of AKG. And human clinical trials with oral supplementation have resulted in enhanced human performance. In fact, alpha ketoglutarate is the only substance that, when taken orally, has been demonstrated to increase VO2 MAX, thereby enhancing aerobic and anaerobic energy production. (Marconi).

2. CoQ10

CoQ10 is a naturally-occuring compound found in every cell in the body. CoQ10's alternate name, ubiquinone, comes from the word ubiquitous, which means "found everywhere." CoQ10 plays a key role in producing energy in the mitochondria, the part of a cell responsible for the production of energy in the form of ATP.

3. N-Acetyl-L-Carnitine or L- Carnitine

Acetylcarnitine (also spelled as acetyl l carnitine, acetyl-l carnitine, or l-acetylcarnitine) and carnitine play several important roles in the human body. These nutrients shuttle acetyl groups and fatty acids into mitochondria for energy production. Without carnitine, fatty acids cannot easily enter into mitochondria. The acetyl group of acetyl l carnitine is used to form acetyl-CoA, the most important intermediary in the generation of energy from amino acids, fats, and carbohydrates. Therefore, acetyl l carnitine serves as an energy reservoir of acetyl groups and both acetylcarnitine and carnitine help improve energy production. The acetyl group of acetyl l carnitine is also used to make the important brain chemical acetylcholine. Some studies suggest that perhaps acetyl l carnitine can even act as a neurotransmitter itself. This name of this nutrient is sometimes abbreviated as ALC or ALCAR. What you may notice by taking an acetylcarnitine supplement. Those who take carnitine pills notice an increase in physical energy.

4. Chromium Picolinate

Chromium is a mineral that humans require in trace amounts. It's found in small quantities in foods such as brewer's yeast, calf liver, whole grains, processed meats and cheese. In 1959, chromium was first identified as an element that enables the hormone insulin to function properly. Since then, chromium has been studied for diabetes and has become a popular dietary supplement.

Chromium is also believed to help the body process carbohydrates and fats. It is marketed as a weight loss aid for dieters and an ergogenic (muscle-building) aid for bodybuilders and athletes. One form in particular, chromium picolinate, is popular because it is one of the more easily absorbed forms.

5. Potassium Aspartate

Potassium Aspartate is used as a mineral transporter to the metabolizing cells, aiding in metabolic process by replenishing potassium, thereby contributing to efficient production. Potassium is a mineral that is classified as an electrolyte, a substance that has electrical properties when it is dissolved in the fluid part of the blood. Potassium works closely with sodium to maintain the body’s proper balance of fluid and acid-base; specifically, potassium controls the amount of fluid inside the cells while sodium maintains the balance of fluid outside the cells. Potassium is involved in maintaining the body’s fluid and acid-base balances. It also is essential for proper muscle function and various metabolic processes.

6. Magnesium Aspartate

Magnesium helps convert blood sugar into energy and it is necessary for effective nerve and muscle functioning. It is often referred to as the anti-stress mineral. Many people are deficient in this mineral because of reliance on processed foods and because magnesium is easily depleted by stress, some diseases and medicines, and intense physical activity. Magnesium is an important mineral to promote health because it enhances around 300 enzyme-related processes. This mineral converts blood sugar into energy, facilitates effective nerve and muscle functioning (transmissions of impulses among nerve cells and muscle cells), and it is involved in bone and tooth formation. Magnesium (along with calcium and potassium) regulates heart rhythm, clots blood, and assists the body in producing and using insulin. Magnesium's role as a cofactor in calcium utilization is very important, for without it the enzyme that facilitates the passage of calcium across cell membranes fails to act, resulting in both calcium and magnesium deficiencies.

7. Alpha Lipoic Acid

Alpha lipoic acid is a fatty acid found naturally inside every cell in the body. It's needed by the body to produce the energy for our body's normal functions. Alpha lipoic acid converts glucose (blood sugar) into energy.

Alpha lipoic acid is also an antioxidant, a substance that neutralizes potentially harmful chemicals called free radicals. What makes alpha lipoic acid unique is that it functions in water and fat, unlike the more common antioxidants vitamins C and E, and it appears to be able to recycle antioxidants such as vitamin C and glutathione after they have been used up. Glutathione is an important antioxidant that helps the body eliminate potentially harmful substances. Alpha lipoic acid increases the formation of glutathione.

Alpha lipoic acid is made by the body and can be found in very small amounts in foods such as spinach, broccoli, peas, Brewer's yeast, brussel sprouts, rice bran, and organ meats. For maximum absorption, the supplements should be taken on an empty stomach.

Alpha Lipoic Acid is not a form of energy, but as an antioxodant that helps mop up the extra energy you leave behind in the blood and that is why it is part of the Super Energy 7.

All the Super Energy 7 combined with the right dosage of DHEA, you will go the extra mile as far as your body will perform at it's best. I hope this information helps! Please always consult with your doctor if you are taking medications so that it won't counter act with your meds.

Now you are increasing more energy. You want to make sure you are doing something with the extra energy, like workout or do cardio, or just stay active. Your body is ready to perform at a optimal level. If you need extra help burning that extra energy give me a call at (425) 939-6857 or email me at ray@pureresultsnow.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it on questions you may have about this article. My clients have an extra advantage because they are well educated in exercise and nutrition. As a result they see dramatic fat loss or increased lean muscle gain and muscle retention, that's the key!

Now lets talk about implementing exercise to strengthen your immune to your regular routine. If you exercise on weights, make sure you keep your rest to a minimum of 30 seconds or less. Depending on your level of strength or cardio conditioning, you can work on super sets. Super sets is going from one exercise to another different exercise without stopping. For example, if you do sit ups for 15 reps, then once you are done immediately work on lower abs like leg raises for another 15 reps. The key is to not stop from one exercise to the next! This could be done with different muscle groups. Keep it to two or three cycles at most - meaning repeat it two or three times. Again the key is to sweat! By not resting from one exercise to another you should be sweating. If not, do another cycle!

Lets talk about implementing this to cardio exercises. Again depending on your level of aerobic conditioning you want to start out slow, which is a recovery pace. Then go fast until you have a hard time breathing and then go back to a recovery pace which is again slow. This could be done with any type of cardio - walking, cycling, swimming, or running. Your recovery pace will take anywhere from one minute to two, depending again on your aerobic conditioning. Then your fast pace could take anywhere from 15 seconds to one minute or more of running, walking, etc. This type of cardio training is also called interval training. Interval training has been used for years and is currently being implemented by my clients and professional athletes around the world. If you're trying to lose weight, even better! Interval training is 3 times more effective than doing the standard 30 minutes to one hour of basic regular cardio. Meaning if you are used to doing cardio for half an hour, and you do interval training for 15 minutes, it would be the equivalent of about the same effort put forth for a half an hour or more. So now the question is, "Why isn't everybody doing intervals?" For one, not a lot of people know about it. Second, it's boring doing it on your own. Now that you're educated about interval training, do it with a friend and make it fun. Because if it's not fun you won't do it!

Okay, so now we are going to stay consistent with working out with weights and cardio at least two to three times per week. The key is to vary your pace and to sweat to be able to strengthen your immune and to stay ahead of the game of life. Let's live to the fullest and make sure to keep our immune system strong!