Dave Scott Q and A

Q & A with Dave Scott

Dave Scott is the most recognized athlete and coach in the sport of triathlon. He is a six-time Ironman World Champion and the first inductee into the Ironman Hall of Fame.

Please send your questions to DaveScott@BodyHealth.com. Some will be selected for response in his MAP newsletter column.

Hi Dave –

Would you recommend MAP for women also – or is this not the right product for us?

Right now I take an “Ultimate Woman” multi-vitamin, Cor-omega, Osteo bi-flex (glucosamin, chondroitin, MSM and “joint-shield”) an extra dose of Multi-B, and to top it all off…CoQ10!

What do you think of this regimen?

Interested in your recommendation!!

Please advise!

E.G.

From Dave Scott :

Elizabeth-

The daunting task of selecting a “perfect” supplement program really depends upon numerous factors: 1. daily dietary intake 2. health history, specifically the last five years 3. fitness and exercise regime 4. body weight and body mass index 5. age 6. family health history.

Recognizing these factors, the value of recommending a balanced and applicable supplement routine could be maximized. Since I don't have this personal information, let's get back to your basic question(s).

First off, MAP is not gender specific. The functionality of MAP is based upon the absorption of the eight essential amino acids (EAA). These EAA have to be injested by food – or taken as a supplement, ideally on a daily basis. Our bodies do not manufacture or assimilate the EAA from other proteins. This is why they are Essential – essential to your body's performance. Optimal intake of EAA provides a short and long term benefit including: 1. enhancing all cellular repairs and rebuilding 2. hormone production and balance 3. carbohydrate and protein synthesis 4. oxygen transport 5. function of muscles, bones, teeth and blood 6. and a whole lot more! The building blocks of protein, amino acids are instantly “turned over” in the body. As an athletic woman, your demands are extraordinarily high. It is important to fuel yourself with nutrient dense foods – protein included.

However, the problem with “eating well” including eating optimal protein containing all the EAA's is extraordinarily challenging. The challenge is that even ingesting the best quality protein (that contain EAA's) such as lean meat, chicken, fish, eggs, beans, tofu and milk - whatever your choice(s), the net nitrogen utilization of the “best” proteins and their aminos is “incomplete” or excreted. So, MAP's effectiveness is two fold: 1. utilization is 99% 2. you get all 8 EAA's to supplement your healthy intake of protein.

Eliminating the void of EAA's in your daily intake will provide optimal protein synthesis – even when you are “eating well”.

Regarding your other supplements, as I mentioned there are numerous factors that ultimately determine your “perfect” supplement program. However, there are several recommendations that I'll suggest based on your concerns/questions.

• Include 2000 to 3000 mg Omega 3's. Despite literature on combining EPA & DHA, two forms of Omega 3's, the ingestion of a higher intake of EPA (80%) and DHA (20%) is recommended. The Omega 3's reduce the inflammatory response at the cellular level, seemingly may enhance brain function, memory and stabilizing mood. Take a split dosage at breakfast and dinner.

• Glucosamine, chondroiton and MSM can be taken to enhance joint integrity. There are some researchers that question the validity of chondroiton, however glucosamine and MSM are both effective. Take 800 to 1500 mg of combined glucosamine (80%) and MSM (20% of dosage).

• Women's vitamins typically contain higher levels of Ca, Mg, and B – vitamins and possibly iron. However, the levels are generally too low for an athletic woman. Ca ingestion will be enhanced by taking vitamin D along with the Ca. A multi-vitamin or women's multi-vitamin will not have the adequate dosage. Mg, B-2, B-6, folic acid and B-12 are too low in a multi-vitamin. Iron supplementation should only be considered after a full blood chemistry panel that is interpreted by your physician. So, following my recommendations: A) take an 800 – 1200 Mg of Ca citrate daily with 200 IU of vitamin D (sun exposure of 30 minutes per day) or 600 IU of vitamin D if you have less than 30 minutes of sun exposure. Take 1 hour after the evening meal. B) Take a B supplement. Get a B 50 mg supplement. Also include an additional 400 mcg of B-12 if you are vegetarian and/or over the age of 45. C) Include 400 mg of Magnesium. E) CoQ10 – Good Idea! Take 50 to 100 mg to enhance small antioxidant profile, energy production specifically in the mitochondria.

Elizabeth, lastly I like an antioxidant called Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA), which is a vitamin like compound that can cross the water and fat membranes. It is called the scavenger of antioxidants and directly enhances the quality of your mitochondria. Free radicals attack the mitochondria- ALA combats the stress of exercise and our environment that break down the mitochondria. Take 200 mg per day.

Okay Elizabeth , that's enough! Good luck and may 2008 be your healthiest year.

Editors Note: Take a look at BodyHealth Complete. Its best multil available and has 16 organic whole food concentrates including Alpha lipoic acid! dm

Dave

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